Let’s be honest: Structured exercise isn’t for everyone.

Now, we’re not encouraging you to become a total couch potato or lead a more sedentary lifestyle.

Keep track of your protein.

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“Protein is essential for muscle growth,” says Jones.

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Map out your vitamins.

If you’re not taking daily vitamins, now may be a great time to start.

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“They supply your body with essential nutrients that help on a cellular level.

Doing so will help your body build up its supply of muscle.

Vitamin shots that contain Lipo C are also excellent for revving up your metabolism and delivering an energy boost.

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Make recovery time a top priority.

Helping your body recover is a crucial part of the overall muscle-building process.

Have better ‘cheat meals’ in your arsenal.

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Thor Bradley,C4 Energybrand ambassador, encourages you to havehealthier cheat mealson deck.

So when it’s cheat meal time, think a little cleaner.

Not so much with the candy, chips, or ice cream.

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Think bowls of pasta with lean meat, steak, fruit, homemade burgers, and sushi.

At least these types of foods are going to bring you nutrients …

I’m not saying no ice cream EVER.

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But maybe, reach for more real food on cheat meal day.”

“Here is a way that I have found success with itI just cheat,” he explains.

As you get better, you may be able to do it without the music.

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But it helps in the beginning.

And it’s a free way to reduce stress.

(Muscles like when you are stress-free!)"

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Add athletic movements to your routine.

We’ve already established that the gym life is not for everyone, and Bradley totally gets that.

“Nothing replaces athletic movements,” Bradley says.

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And it can even complement your aesthetic and keep your physique looking more balanced."

Test out electrotherapy.

You’ve likely heard thehype surrounding ice bathsand saunasand for good reason.

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But have you heard about TENS?

Electrotherapy can give you so much bang for your buck.

If you cannot afford a massage therapist, this is your next best thing.

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Boost your blood flow.

Carve out time to move your body daily.

Moving your body daily is crucial to your overall health and wellness.