It is common knowledge, especially among bodybuilders that after we have learned the basics that really do work, we are then faced with particular choices to address enhancement, size, symmetry, leanness, posing and presentation. These sorts of decisions are aimed at deficiencies real or perceived so as to make us better and to win. Believe me it’s a process that never ends.
However, when we decide that something has to change and we look around for the “golden bullet” to make the change we are faced with a seemingly endless palette of choices and decisions to make to address our problem area. We start by deciding which choices or methods best addresses the “need of the hour.” We write them down, talk about them with fellow muscle heads and coaches. Then, we decide which one will do the trick. Day-by-day we incorporate the new tool into our routine. The first few reps and sets are super awkward. Not discouraged, we do it again and again and again. Pretty soon we start doubting our choice and we begin making up reasons in our head about why this newly found tool will not work for you. But out of nowhere the answer presents itself. I have no idea how this happens. We get sort of a peace, or an epiphany telling us that what we are doing is perfect for us. Our problem ‘WILL” be solved. This, once discovered (or decided on) is our answer and we know it. It permeates our bones and it is here that we ignore all the false noise surrounding the method and press on. One of my favorite quotes from an old friend says, “THERE ARE THREE PEOPLE WE NEVER TRUS. CLOSE FRIENDS, RELATIVES, AND KNUCKLEHEADS.” Hell, we are putting in the work the mental energy and it’s “US” we have to trust.
Bottom Line: Intuition undergirded by a willingness to try will always lead you to a logical and usually decision. Keep experimenting to avoid the rut of sameness that leads to staleness and a severe loss of direction.
To quote a famous President: “What do you got to lose? Keep pushing even when you want to quit…..There is only a rewarding tomorrow if you do.
Six Pack and Senior 