Strength In Context E43: Saying No, Training Smart, and the Real Role of Biomechanics
Jul 25, 2025
They unpack learning to protect time by saying no and how priorities shift after a decade in the field. They challenge overcomplicated biomechanics and call out trend-driven novelty in training. They describe using biomechanics as a practical filter for exercise choice while insisting effort and consistency remain central.
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Textbook Models Versus Humans
- Textbook biomechanics often presents rigid, idealized models that don't match adaptable humans.
- Real coaching quickly reveals those models are narrow and often impractical.
Don't Ignore Historical Context
- Trendy training fads replace decades of proven work without acknowledging past foundations.
- People often adopt recent studies as gospel while ignoring what built prior progress.
Use Context To Choose Exercises
- Choose exercises based on client context, not a single hypertrophy metric.
- Prioritize what the client needs (pain reduction, function, enjoyment) over theoretical optimality.