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VIDEO GAMES AND BODYBUILDING

by Jonathan Salmon Published on Apr 6, 2015

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Level up your gains.

Video games are perhaps the greatest pass time in between trips to the gym. It’s escapist fun that allows you to unwind and focus on beating the latest Call of Duty or level up in World of Warcraft. That being said, not everyone is into gaming (we call those people the clinically insane), but that doesn’t mean they can’t learn a thing or two from gaming, even a bodybuilder. Here’s how bodybuilders can learn from video games.
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Create Your Own Character (Set Goals)

Creating the your character is the first step in many modern day multiplayer games yet it’s something that’s been commonplace in bodybuilding. Ever since Eugene Sandow became the world’s first bodybuilder, athletes have been hoping to replicate the process. By understanding exactly how you wish to look and setting goals, you can create a better version of yourself.
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Learning The Moveset

Think of your favorite fighting game, maybe Mortal Kombat. Do you know all the moves as soon as you turn on the system? Didn’t think so. If you want to kick some ass with Johnny Cage then you’re going to have to learn moves. Bodybuilding is no different. Want a bigger chest? Then you’re going to have to research some exercises. Want ripped abs? Then you better understand the rules of losing belly fat. Every move you make is taken one at a time until you achieve mastery.
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Leveling Up

Much like leveling up in a game, lifting for a new personal best can become addicting. With each new striation, with every new defined detail in your muscles, it feels like you’re bringing your physique to the next level. If you were going into a bodybuilding competition or any other athletic endeavor then leveling up is surely as important to your gains as it would be to get you through a game. Leveling up takes time, experience and patience. Just like when playing a game you’ll need all three to see some progress in your bodybuilding journey.
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Save Points

These can be a life saver in any game. No one wants to bust their ass and play through an entire game only to find all your hard work squandered when you’re killed off in game. Luckily save points make all that headache a thing of the past. The same goes for bodybuilding. Not all games can be beat in one day and the same goes for your gains. It will take steady progression and rest to get to your end goals. Resting is the save point to your workout. Use them wisely.
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About Jonathan Salmon

Managing editor of Generation Iron, Jonathan Salmon is a writer, martial arts instructor, and geek culture enthusiast. He has been writing about bodybuilding, combat sports, and strength sports for over 8 years. Check out his YouTube, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and Sound Cloud for in-depth MMA analysis.

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