How to Program Your Workouts?

     I believe many have this obsession that they need the perfect routine to obtain optimal results, but this shouldn't be the case. Why? Obsessing which routine is perfect for you will cause you stress, anxiety, and even depression. In other words, if you assume you don't have the perfect outline to look like CBum, you'll begin to think you will never have your perfect dream body. However, you can. The reality is you need to find and create a routine that benefits you and you only. For instance, what works for me might not function for you. Everyone is different, which means everyone has a different routine.
     So how do you create a routine that works just for you? First, determine what you want to develop. This means indicating what is your weakness or area of development. As a coach & trainer, this would be my number one indication. Essentially, without knowing your weaknesses, your programming will be challenging to create. For example, if you're a person who needs to work on developing their quads, make those a priority. Determine the amount of sets, reps, and frequency.
     As previously stated, frequency is a vital tool regarding weakness development. Determine the days you want to train or focus on that particular weakness. If it is a specific muscle group, for instance, quads, you can try to train that muscle 2-3 times per week. Nevertheless, don't forget to progress or maintain the other muscle groups. The last thing you want to have is an uneven physique. Once again, be consistent with your frequency.
     Determining the days you will work out. Many struggle to assemble this step due to several reasons. This can be from work conflicts to school responsibilities or family commitments. However, plan ahead so you can stay one step forward. This also includes the time of the day you will train. If you have time to train in the mornings and it helps you stay consistent, don't change it. The same recommendation applies if you prefer training in the afternoon. The key is to make this easy for you. There's no need to complicate things.
     Experiment. Not many trainers will say this, but this is an essential recommendation. Discover other methods and put them to the test. There's nothing wrong with trying new things. When I first started doing this, I was used to sticking to what I learned when I began my fitness journey. Nonetheless, as I continued my education in fitness, I learned and practiced many methods. I know what works for me and what doesn't. This doesn't mean I won't continue experimenting with other methods because I will, but it's always good to be open to new things. You never know what you might learn. Who knows? You might end up receiving numerous benefits from that particular learned method.
     Lastly, there's no perfect way to train. This will take a lot of stress off you because this is the truth. As stated earlier, many get caught up in looking like a certain individual or need their exact routine to create the same physical appearance as them. This should never be the case. You have to find what works best for you. This is why I recommend experimenting with other alternatives or methods. I'll use myself as an example. If Cbum and I were to compare our training routines, chances are our programs are different. I have a feeling he uses different training styles than me. This doesn't mean his way is better than mine because my goals are not related to his. The same goes with him. His goals don't align with mine. However, we do have one thing in common, and that's planning our routines. At the end of the day, no matter what our goals are, they will be met if performed properly, and consistently. This is how you should create your workout routines.