RandyMLooney

Always stretch before you start a workout. Stretching is the way to warm up muscles, and it will help you avoid injury. Also, stretching after you are finished will help your muscles cool down going into the recovery phase. Another way to encourage muscle recovery is through gentle massage, which often incorporates gentle stretches. Bring your diet into your overall muscle-building strategy. You need to increase protein and carbohydrates while reducing your fat intake. Don't be under the assumption that this means you can overeat; it simply means that you need to follow a healthy balanced diet. You can build your muscles more quickly by taking vitamins and a protein supplement. Do not workout more than three or four times each week. This allows your body time to recover from the workouts. The more you work out, the more likely you are to injure yourself and hinder your progress toward your goals.