How to Break Through a Fitness Plateau Even When You're On-the-go

It's been a while since you've seen any results from your workout routine. You're probably either frantically exercising for longer periods or letting discouragement dampen your motivation.

Don't blame your "on-the-go" lifestyle. Fitness plateaus happen to nearly everyone who works out regularly. Fortunately, you don't have to remain stuck at that level forever.

Here are some useful tips for breaking through a fitness plateau that work whether you're at home or on the road:

1. Mix it up: Repetition without variation is one of the main culprits behind a fitness plateau. Your muscles get bored just like you do, and a new challenge is the perfect way to give them a jump-start.

If you're a runner, add a light weight lifting routine. Try a yoga class one day instead of spinning. With a Prime Travel Pass, you have access to a wide variety of physical activities and local gyms, no matter where you are.

2. Change your workout time: Another way you can surprise your muscles is by varying the time of day you exercise. Instead of heading to the gym after work, get your body moving with an early-morning workout or vice-versa.

3. Get enough sleep: As a busy person, you may balk at the idea of spending more time sleeping. But the recovery period is when all the magic happens, so give your body the rest it needs.

4. Track your progress: Don't depend on your impressions to let you know where you stand. Tracking your workouts can reveal patterns that will help you adjust your routine, as well as show progress you didn't even know was there.

Thanks to technology, you don't need a cumbersome paper and pencil to track your activities. There are a number of sophisticated fitness apps that are as close as your smart phone or tablet.

5. Find or make a new playlist: Technology also makes it possible to get motivation from your favorite tunes. Why not switch it up with some banging dance music or booming rock songs?

There's no better secret weapon for blasting through a fitness plateau than a Prime Travel Pass. With access to more than 10,000 fitness locations across the United States, you have plenty of resources to add fun and variety to your workouts.

A Prime Travel Pass is available in convenient one- or two-week options. Learn more about how the Prime Travel Program is the answer to reaching your fitness goals anywhere and anytime.