Why Most People Plateau After 3 Months (And How to Fix It)

Most people hit a plateau around the 3-month mark for one simple reason: their body has adapted to the stimulus they've been providing. Progressive overload is the most important principle in training, yet it's the one most people ignore after the initial honeymoon phase. The fix is simple: track your lifts, add weight or reps every week, and periodise your training across 4-6 week blocks.