weight loss

The most effective or best ectomorph workout isn't one that is consistent and uniform from one day to the next. It's one that evolves, grows, and allows for adjustments according to your workout needs.

It's great to be dedicated to the cause of gaining weight even though you know you're a hard gainer and will find your path to greater muscle mass difficult. However, the one common problem that most ectomorphs face as they begin the ectomorph weight training routine is that they over train which leads to unnecessary and potentially damaging muscle stress.

I have to be upfront, the odds of you seeing major results in the first couple weeks are not very likely. Just don't let that discourage you and be aware that you'll have to be a little more patient in seeing results once your body adjusts. We all want to see results when we put in the work, but in this case you have to work smart.

Here are a few tips that can help you avoid common problems that often impact beginning ectomorph training programs.

First, most people forget to warm up. It might sound silly, but even taking some time the day before to warm up the muscle groups you will be using the next day will benefit you. By avoiding excess strain that you will be putting on cold muscle you will help decrease the amount of time it takes your muscles to recover and increase the chances of getting an effective workout.

Second, most people who are looking to build muscle mass thing that they need to avoid cardio because it will burn excess calories. However, doing the proper cardio will allow hard gainers such as yourself to build muscular endurance and burn fat at rest. This is how you will gain that ripped lean muscle that all ectomorphs are looking for.

3) Allow plenty of "rest" time between sets. Heavier weights lead to greater strain for muscles. Longer rest periods allow time for your system to recover from what you've just finished.

4th, less is more. So make sure that you increase the frequency of your workouts but cut back on the duration. You should be focusing on targeting specific groups of muscles and lifting at a higher intensity.

Customize the workout you perform to meet your individual ectomorph weight gain and muscle building needs. Don't forget important things like eating prior to working out in order to give your body the fuel it needs to build muscles. In fact, you should eat five to six meals each day while working towards ectomorph weight gain.

If you continue to incorporate these tips into your workout you'll see real results in the mirror over time that are sure to please. You will have to do some things that others aren't willing to do. When you do these, you'll also get what they won't.