Is all exercise the same?
Doing HIIT classes until you puke, lifting your little pink dumbbell 3 x 10 times, and doing six heavy singles can all get you stronger.
So can many other varieties.
So what do you choose? What are some factors to consider when designing an exercise program?
- What are the biological benefits?
- What is the biological cost?
Is it worth being 'fit' enough to do 30 burpees in a row if you're chronically injured, hangry, and tired?
Is it worth 'getting stronger' if it takes you 6 years to be strong enough to pick up a 50 lb box?
Is it worth 'being shredded' if you risk injury turning over in bed?
Finding a routine that will allow you to make quick progress while lowering the biological cost is the fun part of program design.
How good can I feel while getting as strong as possible, both now and in the future?
Not sure how I want to end this one.
Maybe it's just some food for thought.