Back 40 Fitness — progressive-overload

Can we please make a case for the least exciting piece of equipment in the weight room? The 2.5 lb plate. One of the foundational principles in strength training is progressive overload. Fancy term. Simple idea. If you want to get stronger, your body needs a reason to adapt. That might mean doing another rep, adding another set, improving your technique, or lifting a little more weight than you did before. Notice we said a little. People act like progress only counts if you're throwing another 20 pounds on the bar. Your body would respectfully disagree. Tiny jumps are actually really smart....