6:41 Program the software, set the selector switch for speed, dial the power output, initiate task, and watch the machine do its job. If only it were that easy. What I find fascinating about each new task is the strategic flurry of calculations the mind initiates in an attempt to achieve whatever it considers achievable. This evolution is a wormhole for those who endeavor to find the nexus to the other galaxy of possibilities. Tired of going slow? Try the jet fuel. With moderate weight I set out to complete each ten rep-set with no deviation from a predetermined pace. This worked well for most of the journey but I discovered a crux or disparity in the programming (of my software) and the performance. As in any race the beginning and end are generally mentally comfortable and physically more than manageable. Essentially, it's easy when you're fresh or you know it's about to end. It was the middle third where I lost my bearing and found my body wondering through the sweltering heat of an orange desert, chasing a melting clock, and being followed by a talking coyote. The weight was manageable to maintain the determined pace but what I discovered was that I've been teaching myself to rest and, although necessary, I think I've been abusing the prescription like pain medication. Since taking on this endeavor years ago like a good little neophyte, oblivious to reason, and charmed by the flute player, I now come to realize that some of the public consumption tasks are equally detrimental as they are effective. Specifically, anything that increases load or demand is going to have a corresponding physical effect. This is a no brainer; however, when we program something impractical like 700 burpees we cease to follow the path of functionality. By doing oxidative ad nauseam programs there comes a point where the body slowly dials down the power output to barely moving. This is not a mode I ever want to operate in unless engaged in ultra endurance activities where longevity is the objective. The burpee is a dynamic move that should be performed dynamically. The snatch can't be done slowly so why would we every want to teach our bodies to move slowly? Many wods are programmed for speed yet it's impossible to move that fast just as it would be impossible to sprint a long distance race. To get faster we have to train faster and move faster. Doing 700 burpees is like running a marathon in order to run faster. Why use distance when you can use speed if speed is the ultimate goal? If speed isn't the ultimate goal then go all the way and program something that takes hours. What we need to realize is that, independent of our conscious mind, we are teaching our bodies how to behave and if we program so that our body is accustomed to resting for X amount in the same place at the same time then we are sabotaging our success. Sometimes it takes doing a program that goes against the grain (whatever that is) to wake the mind and body up from the slow sleep that the hypnotist has bestowed upon us. Different is good; unfortunately, what was once considered different is all the same. Don't be afraid to throw a little gas on the fire every now and again and burn off some eyebrows.
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ReplyDeleteProgram the software, set the selector switch for speed, dial the power output, initiate task, and watch the machine do its job. If only it were that easy.
What I find fascinating about each new task is the strategic flurry of calculations the mind initiates in an attempt to achieve whatever it considers achievable.
This evolution is a wormhole for those who endeavor to find the nexus to the other galaxy of possibilities. Tired of going slow? Try the jet fuel.
With moderate weight I set out to complete each ten rep-set with no deviation from a predetermined pace. This worked well for most of the journey but I discovered a crux or disparity in the programming (of my software) and the performance. As in any race the beginning and end are generally mentally comfortable and physically more than manageable. Essentially, it's easy when you're fresh or you know it's about to end. It was the middle third where I lost my bearing and found my body wondering through the sweltering heat of an orange desert, chasing a melting clock, and being followed by a talking coyote. The weight was manageable to maintain the determined pace but what I discovered was that I've been teaching myself to rest and, although necessary, I think I've been abusing the prescription like pain medication.
Since taking on this endeavor years ago like a good little neophyte, oblivious to reason, and charmed by the flute player, I now come to realize that some of the public consumption tasks are equally detrimental as they are effective. Specifically, anything that increases load or demand is going to have a corresponding physical effect. This is a no brainer; however, when we program something impractical like 700 burpees we cease to follow the path of functionality. By doing oxidative ad nauseam programs there comes a point where the body slowly dials down the power output to barely moving. This is not a mode I ever want to operate in unless engaged in ultra endurance activities where longevity is the objective. The burpee is a dynamic move that should be performed dynamically. The snatch can't be done slowly so why would we every want to teach our bodies to move slowly? Many wods are programmed for speed yet it's impossible to move that fast just as it would be impossible to sprint a long distance race. To get faster we have to train faster and move faster. Doing 700 burpees is like running a marathon in order to run faster. Why use distance when you can use speed if speed is the ultimate goal? If speed isn't the ultimate goal then go all the way and program something that takes hours.
What we need to realize is that, independent of our conscious mind, we are teaching our bodies how to behave and if we program so that our body is accustomed to resting for X amount in the same place at the same time then we are sabotaging our success.
Sometimes it takes doing a program that goes against the grain (whatever that is) to wake the mind and body up from the slow sleep that the hypnotist has bestowed upon us. Different is good; unfortunately, what was once considered different is all the same. Don't be afraid to throw a little gas on the fire every now and again and burn off some eyebrows.