I don't have the same pump as I used to.?!
Question: I been lifting weights for a year. I feel like I lost the pump I used to have. I don't have as much energy as I used to. I'm not old. Do you think I need to up my calories?
Answers: I been lifting weights for a year. I feel like I lost the pump I used to have. I don't have as much energy as I used to. I'm not old. Do you think I need to up my calories?
YOu need to up your calories. I think it's normal for a guy who lifts for a long time to lose his energy sometimes. YOur probably not taking in enough calories. I bet your bf is dropping.
You may need to switch your routine.
Add more cardio.
Increase your carbohydrates or evaluate your vitamin supplements.
Go for a checkup first.
You might be depressed. I believe you can lose that extra power if you're feeling bad over something. You need to ask yourself what Negative things might have started happening around the same time you lost your "pump".
Consume more calories and increase your weights.
most likely. could be because of health rasons, get a physical an tell the doctor you dont have the same pump.
could be hormones/testosterone levels.
i would increase my protein intake. it could be youre not consuming enough, and your body is consuming its own muscles as protein source, making you feel tired and unmotivated.
No, you shouldn't need to up your caloric intake. Everyone feels slumps every now and again. I AM getting older, but am intend to maintaining physical fitness until I die.
You may consider changing up your routine by trying different exercises for the same muscle groups. You could even shift your focus for a while too (Incline/declines instead of regular sets).
If you notice changes in your overall health (dizziness and the like) I would recommend an immediate appointment with your physician. Good luck!!