All these little lifting quirks

[Lee]

I've been on these boards for a few months, and have tried to be as involved and helpful as I can be, but I'm getting annoyed with some of these little quirks people always post. Such as the post about energy drinks, where someone said you don't want an insuling spike in the middle of your workout. I mean, really, is it that big of a deal to have an energy boost. I think people look at these things too hard. Personally, I believe if you eat good, rest enough, and train your ass off, you will see great gains and will always get stronger, regardless of these stupid little things people always point out. If something works for one person, and someone else says it's wrong or doesn't work, then I think that person is a fool. Do what works for you, take advice, but always find what works for you.

 

[spatts]

M O D E R A T I O N

I don't think there's anything wrong with wanting to learn about or research the particulars; however, nit-picking about the particulars IN PLACE of shutting the hell up and WORKING is ridiculous.

 

[Zander1983]

I think you seriously contradicted yourself

Doing what works for the individual is great. However for many, little "quirks" actually alter their performance and results. That means they are something to worry about and warrant mentioning.

While people posting negative stuff about such "quirks" can be annoying, especially if you're different to they are in that respect and don't see why they're bothering even saying it, they might be helping somebody work out a problem they are having.

 

[Zander1983]

nit-picking about the particulars IN PLACE of shutting the hell up and WORKING is ridiculous.

Definately, that goes without saying, although it needs to be said

 

[spatts]

I can't talk, when it comes to "details." I love the science behind the mayhem. It has been my personal experience that the people that get the most annoyed with it tend to be the people who don't understand it (scientifically) enough to care, and frankly they don't WANT to understand it. I can respect that; it's not everyone's cup of tea. Doesn't mean the rest of us shouldn't be able to carry on as intended. If you don't like it, don't read/reply. As long as it's on topic, I think you should feel free to post about whatever you want without being worried about boring or offending anyone.

Just my .69 (inflation )

 

[casualbb]

See my signature. Arguing the particulars is something I do between training just for fun.

-casual

 

[spatts]

 

[Hannibal]

Just my .69 (inflation )

Funny you should mention that...on a bit of a related tangent I remember when I introduced you to bands for AR. Your question was always "why"...and I completely respected that about you (still do)...and you hated that I didn't really have an answer. However, while we were tryin to figure it out you were using them and getting results.

Do what works, and figure out why it works along the way. Never get complacent and never think you know it all.

 

[sk*]

I go crazy if I can't have my post workout protein shake and cranberry juice within 10mins of lifting.

-sk

 

[he-man]

not too sure how long you have been lifting but when you get to a certain point over the years it is the "little nit picky things" that will make all the difference bro

 

[IronLion]

there are better uses for ones energy than debating the minutia. It always amazes me when people worry about details when they don't even understand the basics. They want to know where to hang the picture before they frame the wall

 

[Thaibox]

Lee....
This is a game of nitpicking. The very fact that lifters are so damn anal about every part of their lives is what makes us who we are. From the time I wake up in the morning, until the time I hit the sack, I'm thinking about the details. Like sk* said, If I don't have my protein/carb mix in the car after I lift, I turn into road rage man and haul-ass home to get it.


Would you ignore the details of lifting inside the gym? Would you neglect that last 2" of motion on a particular lift, not pronate your wrists when curling, not squeeze out that last rep, or let a little cheat enter your lifts? Fuck no. This is nitpicking, and this is what makes lifters acheive their goals. Same thing applies to "energy drinks," and other "quirks" that you refer to.


When I built my car, I did every little tiny thing I could to squeeze out every last horse I could get out of it by "nitpicking." Of course, like Ironlion said, the engine was strong as hell before I began to worry about the little things. My car dominated the road and the strip. Same thing applies to our bodies.

 

[blinddeafmute]

there are better uses for ones energy than debating the minutia. It always amazes me when people worry about details when they don't even understand the basics. They want to know where to hang the picture before they frame the wall

Exactly. Details only matter if you are to the point where that is what it takes to reach goals. Other than that, stick to the basics.

 

[argent]

...nit-picking about the particulars IN PLACE of shutting the hell up and WORKING is ridiculous.

SPATTS has spoken. Praise be to SPATTS.

 

[collegiateLifter]

Don't major in minor things -Dave Tate