If you’ve been out of the gym since mid-March, you’re probably, like me, wondering, “what’s going to happen to my strength when I get back to the gym?”

While the data is minimal when it comes to relevant studies relating to detraining in these circumstances, I decided to take it upon myself to test my own strength in the name of science.

Maintaining progress or “staying lean” during quarantine can occur more naturally than you think. While you may need to make small adjustments in habits and behavior, I think you’ll be shocked at how easy it is to implement these three tips into your everyday routine.