This is something I’ve thought about more as I’ve gotten older. It’s easy to keep training the things you enjoy and are already good at.
The stuff you avoid is probably where you need the most work. Doesn’t have to be complicated either. Just start giving those weak areas a little attention instead of ignoring them.
Exactly right, Dad. When I ditched bar squats and started doing single-leg workouts, I mentally shifted my expectations from “this will be fun!” to “this will be humbling.” But after a few months, I’ve created unilateral strength that wasn’t there before and will serve me for the long run, which brings its own sense of accomplishment that then feeds into having better workouts.
I just recently switched to unilateral leg days also because I always felt one leg taking over. After that first workout, I couldn’t walk or sit right for about 3 days after.
While I pretty much agree on most of what you say about wearables, I'll continue to wear mine. Had my first AFib event about 8 years ago. Had an ablation about a year ago and no events since but still find it important to know how hard I'm pushing myself.
Tom, thanks so much for your comment. I presented an argument that I hope applies to many. I know it won't apply to all. Especially folks who have cause to closely monitor their cardiovascular health and stay within medically advised limits. Keep going.
This is something I’ve thought about more as I’ve gotten older. It’s easy to keep training the things you enjoy and are already good at.
The stuff you avoid is probably where you need the most work. Doesn’t have to be complicated either. Just start giving those weak areas a little attention instead of ignoring them.
Exactly right, Dad. When I ditched bar squats and started doing single-leg workouts, I mentally shifted my expectations from “this will be fun!” to “this will be humbling.” But after a few months, I’ve created unilateral strength that wasn’t there before and will serve me for the long run, which brings its own sense of accomplishment that then feeds into having better workouts.
I just recently switched to unilateral leg days also because I always felt one leg taking over. After that first workout, I couldn’t walk or sit right for about 3 days after.
haha…Same!
Keep going.
Absolutely I will.
While I pretty much agree on most of what you say about wearables, I'll continue to wear mine. Had my first AFib event about 8 years ago. Had an ablation about a year ago and no events since but still find it important to know how hard I'm pushing myself.
Tom, thanks so much for your comment. I presented an argument that I hope applies to many. I know it won't apply to all. Especially folks who have cause to closely monitor their cardiovascular health and stay within medically advised limits. Keep going.