We Asked Fitness Experts How Often You Should Really Change Your Workout Routine (Health)

Posted: Oct 28, 2025 in In the News

This article originally appeared on Health.com on October 28, 2025.

When someone finds a workout that clicks, they tend to stick with it. Runners lace up their sneakers, lifters pick up their dumbbells, and yogis roll out their mats, often for years on end.

But variety isn’t only the spice of life—it can also unlock better fitness, experts say...

“When you perform the same exercises over and over, your muscles, joints, and nervous system become more efficient at those movements,” causing progress to plateau, explained Erin Nitschke, CPT, a certified personal trainer and American Council on Exercise health coach. “Changing your workout routine periodically helps you continue to challenge your body, improve your strength and endurance, and keep your workouts mentally engaging.”...

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