@@christopherellis2663 I suppose it depends on what you apply it for but it seems to be a general rule of thumb at least from what I have encountered throughout my life. I have been many of thing, ice cream man construction worker bartender, teacher, the list goes on… All these myriad of skills and abilities that I have picked up throughout my journey has helped especially during rough times… For instance, had I not the experience I had I would not have been able to fix the house myself and would’ve had to spend money on a contractor. But hey, The rainbow is made up of many colours, thus we all have varying favorites
@@BlazePiffington From being able to wash, mend and cook, changing other people's kids nappies through to sleeping rough, being on the road for seven years, learning new languages, and getting residency in another country. Farm, factory, bookshop, restaurant, art gallery (3) offices and security.
@Light nah, being skilled at multiple things is far better than being a pro in just one thing. I'd say it's a severe disadvantage being really good at only one thing. Then you need other people to do stuff for you because you didn't take even the smallest of time to try things out yourself.
Totally agree, & I find this especially applies to athletes (including adolescents). Studies have found that young athletes who train for & participate in multiple sports instead of focusing on only one sport, have a reduced risk of injury, are better balanced in their physical development, & have a greater overall athletic ability in any sports they play than their counterparts who only focus their training efforts on one sport. This is an important topic that isn’t discussed enough!!!
That depends a lot on how different the sports are. If you are a competitive runner and do powerlifting you are not less likely to get injured but WAY more likely to get injured. There's a very dark side to doing more than one thing at a time. Doctor Mike Israetel did a wonderful video on the difference of lifting and cardio (all sports that are mainly endurance based) being a jack of all trades is great if you want to do many things at a time but it's definitely not true that it will make you less injury prone it depends on a lot of different variables, mainly not using the same muscle groups in all modalities. Dr Mike's video: ruclips.net/video/kfcaMF1ipvk/видео.html
As a mediocre heptathlete/decathlete who got the opportunity to train and compete against some real studs, could not agree more with that statement! While some of these fellas might seem only slightly above average on all of the events, when you factor in that they do all the events... they're studs. No surprise that doing everything makes you better at doing anything!! Loved this topic
It would be really interesting to see this training concept tackled in a team oriented scenario. The jack of all trades quote is quite individual-centered. A master, the specialist, is valuable when up against another specialist or when needed to assist a group with an extra challenging task. A specialist can typically only thrive when there is a group around to support him or her. A jack of all trades however, the generalist, will strengthen all links in the chain and be on standby for whatever obstacle that might arise... but the generalist rarely gives the group that edge that is needed to move the group to new frontiers. I find the T-mentality more healthy of a philosophy; that one should build a wide foundation but also find a niche where one excels.
Generalists can be incredibly useful at tying a team together though, which gives them an edge in the leadership position because they understand the inherent strengths, weaknesses, and needs of specialists, making it easier for them to appreciate and negotiate differences.
Think of your classic heist movie, when they get "the team" together. There's the nerd that concocts the plan. There's the tank who carries out the safe. There's the ninja who pickpockets the key. There's the charming femme fatal or charismatic funnyman to talk them out of trouble. And the empathetic, relatable normie who keeps them all together!
Most people can completely get by with a Leatherman Supertool. But aim to be a Leatherman Surge and you will be unstoppable. Don't settle for a Wingman or a Wave+!
My argument against this guy is that there are certain training methods that only work for their particular discipline. For example I'm a bodybuilder so most of the movements he's showing here are useless to me. And to correspond your analogy with this context I would say "the best knife is more useful than a multitool in a kitchen" for all around life I would say that a variety of things is best for fitness because fitness is such a wide category. Excuse my rant I'm not particularly agreeing or disagreeing with you, I'm just discussing.
@@vincentlee7359 but if you only train powerlifting(,let’s say) training something in the rotational plane or strongman activities shouldn’t hinder your SBD. Sometimes adding in movements like a pull up can help build lats and grip for deadlift. Hence your not just good at SBD, but also pull ups
@@aidans_journey02 Pretty sure you just described cross training. But that doesn't mean said power lifter who incorporatesa but of other training methods (i.e. Endurance or Strength/Strongman) will make them functional. The video talks about training and incorporate all types of training.
At first, I started with calisthenics, as, as a beginner, I had no equipment. I continued basically only using calisthenics for the next year, with the only exceptions being weighted calisthenics and maybe a few "backpack curls". I hardly did any cardio -- in fact, I didn't do *any...* But ever since finding your channel, roughly a year after starting to train (2019 -- the year I found your channel), I began using some of the training modalities I saw from you. And another year later (ah yes, the iconic year of 2020), I added plenty more exercises of all types and 'trades' onto my list. I love going beyond average. It makes me feel like more; like I'm.. well.. *above average!* And what I like even more is going beyond functional -- *SuperFunctional.* Thank you for, well, not exactly creating it, I guess, but *establishing* this brand of SuperFunctional". It truly *is* SUPER!! My dream was to be something in the world; have use and value to it. That has changed since, but I still love it when people "label" me as the "strong one". I also want to be that smart, reliable person who can help those in need, or be able to save myself if I have to. "I don't believe in evolution. But I *do* believe in *adaption."* -Abigwhale, 2021 And so that is what I want to be capable of doing. Thanks for reading to the end (if you did... ;) )) Stay strong, mah mann!! And keep up with what you've built!! I'll be on my way, backwards lunging to the top with a 20-kilo barbell balanced across my neck and 500g fake nails to strengthen my fingers so they don't hurt after typing this much... Anywayyy... that was already a lot, so byyyyeeeeee (cep 💪 lol)
I went through a similar process the last couple years, all because I'm gettting older and was fat and wanted to do martial arts. So I figured "what the hell, have to start somewhere". Couldn't do more than maybe 10 or 12 pushups, 20 crunches etc....but I could do some, and some lead to more, and then when I wasn't getting sore added more and more excersizes and started training. This channel couldn't have come along for me at a better time, a time when now I'm excited to go climbing and hiking and whatever else, and this channel also made me realize just how fun my out of dojo training can be! Your story is great and inspiring and I think the world needs more people like you that want to be better and add value, in my opinion of course.
I really like the idea of getting to that first plateau in something, then switching to maintenance on that thing, and starting the easy gains of something else. Sure, I might never reach excellence in a narrow ability, but having that many things that I'm well above average in would unlock new possibilities others haven't even thought about before.
The fact that this philosophy is applicable across all disciplines makes this a great guiding principle for life. Do it for yourself...make it fun and interesting. Interesting is interested
I love this philosophy. I’ve spent so long following set disciplines but longed for more. I don’t want to bench 400lbs (though that’d be cool) if it means not being able to run from an attacker. You inspired me to run faster, push for longer, and lift heavier all at once. You’re a huge inspiration and I love these thought experiments
If you still want to lift heavier while doing those things than why not bench 400 lbs AND perform well in those other aspects? Alex Leonidas benched 405 and yet he can do things like one arm pull ups for reps, high level calisthenics, and GPP work like sandbag workouts, boxing, and general cardio. Sure it’ll take longer if you don’t specialize in it but if you’re in the fitness game for the long term, it won’t matter how long it takes. EDIT: Before anyone tells me how unrealistic that is, try it anyway. Even if you don’t get to a 400 lb bench while doing those other things, you might still get like 365 or something which is still pretty damn impressive for almost anybody.
At first I'm a hardcore gymrat kind of guy for 2 years and started to get bored of it because of plateu. Then switched to calisthenics, and became freakishly strong and also got plateu. Implemented weighted calisthenics in my routine and yoga/animal flow training and I feel so good. And later on combined both of the world of weightlifting and weighted calisthenics and I never got better. Been training for 5 years now nonstop with structured intensity and deload week, and I found this channel and became fascinated with the idea of functional athletic kind of training. Lastly, my friend whose a kickboxer welcomed me in the world of martial arts and man, my life is good! This channel is gold!
I definitely can say with all certainty that I have used Bruce Lee's training philosophy and it have literally saved my life as a bouncer. I know the video is about Jack of trades. I just wanted to express my thoughts about the late sifu Lee. Great video . 👍
Thanks for always renewing the hype in skills and activities of all sorts, Adam. I think I speak for a lot of people when I say your enthusiasm and positive energy is contagious
I'm so glad to have come across your channel. Most people laugh at my jack-of-all-trades approach to most things in life, and finding information about an all-round approach to training is difficult. I used to swim, requiring me to be strong in all parts of my body, and I've stuck with this full-body view on training ever since. At first I did regular 3x12 workouts, but for the past 2 years, I've been experimenting with heavy and explosive gym workouts to increase my (lacking) strength and become powerful. On to of this, I do cardio work and sprinting, and I'm looking into agility work hoping to move into parkour in the future.
@@TheBioneer awesome your vids have helped me overcome some very bad habits and have deffinatly contributed to setting me on a healthyer path in my life! Thank you dude your work and dedication is insperational! 😁
After training in Swimming, Karate and Crossfit, this makes so much sense. This is where i want to go, this is what i want to be. Thanks for appearing... it means that i'm ready.
Everything depends on your own personal goals. I used to workout pretty hard and do tons of intense cardio. The cardio ate into my gains a lot and decided to tone that down a good deal recently. Definitely good to engage in a variety of physical activity, just be aware you won’t excel at any particular activity if you try to do too much. The body has only so many resources to work with.
What's the point of being super great at something if it's going to hinder you in other ways. I'm not a professional athlete so it's for health and overall fitness for me
@@WhoDatGuyJ Being hyperspecialized won't hinder you in other ways. You are simply superhuman on something and average everywhere else which still makes you better than the average person. Still, it all depends on your goals. If your goals are only fitness, health and well being of course a more well rounded approach will look a thousand times more appealing to you. In my case I'm all about body control, doing gymnastic skills, and competing which is why I focus on that kind of training. In my case it means I won't have the best legs up until I'm done and I've mastered everything I want to master (maybe 5-10 years from now) but I have my priorities straight. Just want you to see how your goals can change your whole perspective, you see hyperspecialization as useless because it doesn't align with your goals. In my case since I want to be the best then I have to make sacrifices
I definitely agree it’s so much better to be well rounded than focusing on one particular style. Not only is it fun, but it never makes your workouts boring. You always have something new and challenging to try
I think it is also the best advice to anyone starting at a higher age. I did sports pretty much my whole life, but switched my focus frequently, therefore i will never be a top athlete in anything. Now at age 32, i just try to be good and multiple disciplines, like mobility, strength and endurance. This way training never gets stale, you are less prone to overtraining and if you have a plateau in one discipline, it does not really matter, as you progress in another area. And like you said, just by being physically active, your already way ahead of the curve in regards to any fitness metric.
I really enjoy bodybuilding as a form of training because weightlifting has always jived with me, however I also rock climb regularly to increase my mobility and hand strength which are often a bodybuilders weak points. Love the vid!
Agree entirely. I was happy to find your channel and see I wasn't the only person who believed in training to be good at everything possible as opposed to specializing in one thing exclusively, such as powerlifting or only running, etc. Your channel is also quite a motivation, as it shows that people do want to learn about fitness and being a "complete" athlete. I definitely hope that one day I can have as much reach as you do in teaching proper fitness techniques.
Dude This really te inspired me into building that best body I can. I am someone who has experienced so many injuries however I’ve always loved moving my body and building it. Kind of like a super hero. Be a bit older I am seeing how important your body is if you want to have a chance at living a comfortable life in the potential later life and evening now being your best
Creativity is paramount to training. It's the only way to unlock your body (and mind's) true potential. I'm constantly creating new exercises or tweaking old ones and finding new ways to move my muscles that I never even thought of before.
I used to go long stretches of feeling captive to one certain modality at a time. I'd get into power lifting for an entire year, then feel less functional and mobile. Then, I'd just get into running a whole lot and lose a lot of gains. I'm at a point in my life where I've finally embraced just mixing it up and doing whatever feels good. Yoga, lifting, walking, running, bodyweight exercises. I feel more well rounded than ever. Abolutely love your philosophies on training brother!
Truth bombs 💣 here! And this is honestly applicable to any field of interest you have. There's nothing wrong with having versatile skills. You can be a finance guy, a personal trainer, a photographer and cook all in one. Just a matter of your own passions and you making the time and effort to do them and get good and efficient at it!
I couldn't agree more. Everyone comes from a certain background be it Calisthenics, Body building, Power lifting or Track and Field, but I think diving into other aspects really help you grease those groves, fill those gaps in strength, power, mobility and even physique. I have a Calisthenics Background, but incorporate Powerlifting and Mace Swinging to fill in the strength defecit, my Overall Strength is high (Advance Calisthenics) my BW/Strength Ratio is high (Power Lifting) I have better Flexibility and Mobility (Calisthenics and Crawling Movements) then most average Gym goer and my endurance and fine motor control are good (Mace Swinging) Still looking forward to encorporate Weight lifting after I master the mace.
Do not combine fencing, boxing, and wing chun. Take what they have in common and use the principles to EXPRESS YOURSELF. This also reminds me of the Rodney Mullen video "how context creates content". You're awesome, man! :) You got my wheels turning today for sure.
I love this philosophy! I think that, in addition to what you just said, this kind of training makes you happier; a person who does a lot of cross training necessarily does a lot of training. So they eventually become fit and healthy like kids are. that fitness is great for your brain, emotions, ability to appreciate the beauty of life. It almost automatically leads to fulfillment and happiness.
I just stumbled on this……. I love bodybuilding but I have been thinking about what this gentleman is talking about; he is absolutely correct!! Thank you sir; I am going to incorporate your ideas in my workouts!!!!
I will start doing more cardio combined with my weights training and my martial arts training after this video, you really opened my eyes as I was just focusing on strength for a long time I guess it’s time to train resistance too
Adam, you are a Jack of all trades and master of most. Absolutely loved your book Functional Training And Beyond and your channel is amazing. Thanks for helping me redefine my fitness over 50. 👍💪
When you do experience injury, as we all eventually do, you may avoid the modality that caused it. However if you enjoy multiple endeavors you may focus on the ones that are not the cause of injury and actually speed up recovery July getting the blood and endorphins flowing.
Like your perspective on fitness and functionality, that its a combination of factors like speed, power, mobility etc. Cognitive abilities the whole spectrum
I think this approach to fitness is the one I’ve been looking for. I’ve been struggling to find my “specialty”, not realizing that fitness is broad, and that should be the best approach, especially in workouts
I've been kind of sleeping on your vids and my own fitness routine for a bit but this video provided the bit of inspiration I needed to get serious again. Thank you for all the great content you put out consistently!
This is all very true. One additional benefit - you learn to learn. By learning lots of skills you increase your learning ability and - as you said - you learn faster and better. You learn to ask questions, to seek advice, to research and end up training way more than just your body but your brain as well.
Totally agree with all the mentioned aspects! Another thing I also really enjoy as an allrounder is to join friends or new acquaintances in their favorite activities. Meanwhile, I see a lot of other people being uncomfortable and wanting to stay in their domain. As I also tend to progress quickly competition might also increase the fun. So the social aspect is an important one for me too, is what I'm trying to say hahaha
THE PROBLEM IS comparing yourself to others have been doing body work for say 20-30 years off and on major accidents over last 18 months have forced re consideration and how does it fit into my life , as explained yoga one of the most advanced exercise systems ever invented still has to be made yours , enjoy have fun challenge and do combine my yoga helps with gardening , I lift lighter weights , just come back from a nightmarish camp where being strong allowed me to push through into long walks haul a 30-40 pound rucksck + up a 3 mile hill , BUT didn't sleep and it made it 10 times more difficult , try Tarhthang Tulku Kum Nye style , try freestyle body movement feldenkrise etc add to repertoire , but great keep it up Bio engineer your enthusiasm is wonder full need a rest and recuperate did some yoga this morning damaged back , bowel problems a really traumatic time , but still managed over 10 miles a day sometimes upto fifteen walking with a 5-10 pack ,Sleep problems due o deep level PTSD and adapting diet to eating with no teeth ... obstacles handicaps not to mention this frame is now circa 1960 WALKING is much underrated as are subtle gentle exercises designed to maximize kinaethetic sense ! Bye for Now God bless R
This guy has brains 🧠, brawn 💪🏿, amd a zest for life! Wouldn't want to get on the wrong side of him, he would kick my ass i believe. Keep up the good work bro 👌🏼🤙
Thanks for uploading a new video I was literally reading your book Functional Training and Beyond as this popped up in my RUclips notifications what a coincidence. Shout out to you from Seattle Washington
My gym partner is a strictly hypertrophy focused guy, and sometimes it can be a bit frustrating for me who just enjoy training and furthering my physical capabilities. I love strength training and the "big lifts", but limiting myself to just those seems boring and counterproductive. I always make sure to have 2 (sometimes 3) training sessions every week, wherin I just don't plan anything ahead. Maybe I'll skiprope and run, maybe I'll do floor-based exercises, maybe I WILL just deadlift. I just love moving and feeling my muscles working :) This was a great video. "It is a shame for a man to grow old, without seeing the beauty and strength of which his body is capable" ~Markus Aurelius
This is so true! Get good (not great) in one modality, e.g - barbell training. Then maintain those skills with much less work, whilst moving onto another area:calisthenics, mobility work etc. This way is so much more functional than banging your head against the wall to add a few kg's to your bench!
I think "motivation" is the key for any general public increase in health and fitness, and the jack of all trades approach makes it simply more likely to be fun and practical, especially anyone with a short attention span. Do you ever actually dress up as Batman to work out? I truly believe in the benefits of theatrical aspects of fitness. If you want good posture, wear a crown! Raise your scepter of magical spells! Today I worked out at my gym with a guy who tore his Achilles on Ninja Warrior, had to get surgery. The Jack of All Trades mindset is fundamental for healthy injury rehab and aging gracefully. When I worked at a PT hospital, it was the recreational therapy that impressed me most by creating motivation, by sparking the imagination. You are not thinking about the pain, or loss, or even your knee, when you work in the garden to give flowers to "that girl". The coldest rock climbing club in the world is the Edelweiss club, finding impossible flowers...
Bro i started doing Burpees this month and it feels amazing. I started doing L sits last week and it has also been incredible. I don't know what you're going to talk to me today, but I'm already taking notes.
Jack of all trades is the right mindset on how you want to approach training if you are a natty, I've been training for strength, size, endurance and specific skill I want to develop, creating a healthy relationship with food, eating food to feel good about my self and be healthy(meaning it doesn't need to be 100 percent clean, but I try to keep it clean), not following fad diets, and life have never felt better and training is never boring 💪💪💪
Love this comment, mate! I see a lot of downers in the comments not understanding Adam's point. Training for life as an actual person who has a life and wants to be the best they can be is a worthy cause. People in here acting /training like they are going to actually be the world's best is ridiculous ridiculous at best.
Great video :) I am for sure a jack of all trades when it comes to combative training, having trained Kung Fu for 10 years, I know animal styles traditional weapons etc, but I also practise my boxing and BJJ which I use with Kung Fu kicks if it's for MMA, while also sparring with the animal style techniques... finally I've trained Krav Maga and been a student of self defense myself and I also train for that... I am a master of none, but a student of all trades, combat sports, martial arts, self defense.
Well speak it. now i know why i seek for more and fun ways in fitness even developing own fithing style and body function or routine its not rare but jack of all trades i love it
Thanks for your videos! I've been following you for a few years and it's always interesting! I agree with you, it's awesome and more challenging to do multiple training but it's funny to see society glorifying the athlete who masters one type of sport and not the person who knows a lot of different styles.
I appreciate the way you have a great way of approaching the things that I am interested in making myself more knowledgeable about things like you have already done a lot with the knowledge.
This are my exact thoughts on the subject matter, not only in fitness but in life in general. The problem is that todays society people need experts in one field, and to diversify you need a very unique profile.
COMPLETE FACTS!! PREACHING AWESOME KNOWLEDGE AS ALWAYS my Friend!
The man himself
Ayo what's up Mr. Blade
You both should collab sometime!!
Thanks JB! 🔥🔥💪🏻
You guys should collab one day
“The jack of all trades master of none, certainly better than a master of one.”
Fine for plodders and follow the leaders, yet useless for anyone with a whiff of intelligence.
I was looking for someone to post the entire saying. Thanks.
@@christopherellis2663 I suppose it depends on what you apply it for but it seems to be a general rule of thumb at least from what I have encountered throughout my life. I have been many of thing, ice cream man construction worker bartender, teacher, the list goes on… All these myriad of skills and abilities that I have picked up throughout my journey has helped especially during rough times… For instance, had I not the experience I had I would not have been able to fix the house myself and would’ve had to spend money on a contractor.
But hey, The rainbow is made up of many colours, thus we all have varying favorites
@@BlazePiffington
From being able to wash, mend and cook, changing other people's kids nappies through to sleeping rough, being on the road for seven years, learning new languages, and getting residency in another country. Farm, factory, bookshop, restaurant, art gallery (3) offices and security.
*just one
The full quote is actually "Jack of all trades master of none, but oftentimes better than a master of one."
@Light Aaaw didn't think this would get this reaction. But that's great do what makes you happy ❤
@Light I feel the same way. this comment really helped
I think it would be better if to be, "Jack of all trades and master of one", atleast.
So we've split the quote down the middle and used it to put down people that have a wider skillsets then us, because that's what jealous people do.
@Light nah, being skilled at multiple things is far better than being a pro in just one thing. I'd say it's a severe disadvantage being really good at only one thing. Then you need other people to do stuff for you because you didn't take even the smallest of time to try things out yourself.
Totally agree, & I find this especially applies to athletes (including adolescents). Studies have found that young athletes who train for & participate in multiple sports instead of focusing on only one sport, have a reduced risk of injury, are better balanced in their physical development, & have a greater overall athletic ability in any sports they play than their counterparts who only focus their training efforts on one sport. This is an important topic that isn’t discussed enough!!!
That depends a lot on how different the sports are. If you are a competitive runner and do powerlifting you are not less likely to get injured but WAY more likely to get injured. There's a very dark side to doing more than one thing at a time. Doctor Mike Israetel did a wonderful video on the difference of lifting and cardio (all sports that are mainly endurance based) being a jack of all trades is great if you want to do many things at a time but it's definitely not true that it will make you less injury prone it depends on a lot of different variables, mainly not using the same muscle groups in all modalities.
Dr Mike's video: ruclips.net/video/kfcaMF1ipvk/видео.html
As a mediocre heptathlete/decathlete who got the opportunity to train and compete against some real studs, could not agree more with that statement! While some of these fellas might seem only slightly above average on all of the events, when you factor in that they do all the events... they're studs. No surprise that doing everything makes you better at doing anything!! Loved this topic
GO AWAY FFS!!!
Nobody wants to see your generic and repetitive commments!!!
@@TheKingOfSting32 why are u so angry lol
can doing several versions of combat sports count as more than one sport (like boxing, bjj, muay thai, etc.)?
This is one of the most important things. it leads to an exercise routine THAT YOU ACTUALLY LOOK FORWARD TO!!!!
It would be really interesting to see this training concept tackled in a team oriented scenario. The jack of all trades quote is quite individual-centered. A master, the specialist, is valuable when up against another specialist or when needed to assist a group with an extra challenging task. A specialist can typically only thrive when there is a group around to support him or her. A jack of all trades however, the generalist, will strengthen all links in the chain and be on standby for whatever obstacle that might arise... but the generalist rarely gives the group that edge that is needed to move the group to new frontiers. I find the T-mentality more healthy of a philosophy; that one should build a wide foundation but also find a niche where one excels.
Love this response! Thinking about it from a group perspective is really interesting, thanks :-)
Generalists can be incredibly useful at tying a team together though, which gives them an edge in the leadership position because they understand the inherent strengths, weaknesses, and needs of specialists, making it easier for them to appreciate and negotiate differences.
You must know something about everything and everything about some thing.
Think of your classic heist movie, when they get "the team" together. There's the nerd that concocts the plan. There's the tank who carries out the safe. There's the ninja who pickpockets the key. There's the charming femme fatal or charismatic funnyman to talk them out of trouble. And the empathetic, relatable normie who keeps them all together!
"You can be the sharpest knife around, but you can never be as useful as a multi-tool"
But then there are always the times when a good knife is needed, and only a knife will do. An edge case, if you will...
I'll get my coat...
Who can tell what's the best?
@@davide.0LG1471 The one who gives it a go, is my guess...
Most people can completely get by with a Leatherman Supertool. But aim to be a Leatherman Surge and you will be unstoppable. Don't settle for a Wingman or a Wave+!
My argument against this guy is that there are certain training methods that only work for their particular discipline. For example I'm a bodybuilder so most of the movements he's showing here are useless to me. And to correspond your analogy with this context I would say "the best knife is more useful than a multitool in a kitchen" for all around life I would say that a variety of things is best for fitness because fitness is such a wide category. Excuse my rant I'm not particularly agreeing or disagreeing with you, I'm just discussing.
There's no channel that motivated me that much to workout and live healthier than I ever did before.
Thanks man, I appreciate your work and content.
“A Jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better than a master of one” 👊🏻🔥
Well in this situation it is actually quite ideal when being a jack of all traits cause you would be more functional
@@ferumcastrum4097 Only if your goal is to be functional
@@vincentlee7359 but if you only train powerlifting(,let’s say) training something in the rotational plane or strongman activities shouldn’t hinder your SBD. Sometimes adding in movements like a pull up can help build lats and grip for deadlift. Hence your not just good at SBD, but also pull ups
@@aidans_journey02 Pretty sure you just described cross training. But that doesn't mean said power lifter who incorporatesa but of other training methods (i.e. Endurance or Strength/Strongman) will make them functional.
The video talks about training and incorporate all types of training.
I've always heard it as "Jack of all trades, master of none better than master of one trade jack of none"
At first, I started with calisthenics, as, as a beginner, I had no equipment. I continued basically only using calisthenics for the next year, with the only exceptions being weighted calisthenics and maybe a few "backpack curls".
I hardly did any cardio -- in fact, I didn't do *any...*
But ever since finding your channel, roughly a year after starting to train (2019 -- the year I found your channel), I began using some of the training modalities I saw from you.
And another year later (ah yes, the iconic year of 2020), I added plenty more exercises of all types and 'trades' onto my list.
I love going beyond average. It makes me feel like more; like I'm.. well.. *above average!*
And what I like even more is going beyond functional -- *SuperFunctional.*
Thank you for, well, not exactly creating it, I guess, but *establishing* this brand of SuperFunctional". It truly *is* SUPER!!
My dream was to be something in the world; have use and value to it. That has changed since, but I still love it when people "label" me as the "strong one". I also want to be that smart, reliable person who can help those in need, or be able to save myself if I have to.
"I don't believe in evolution.
But I *do* believe in *adaption."*
-Abigwhale, 2021
And so that is what I want to be capable of doing.
Thanks for reading to the end (if you did... ;) ))
Stay strong, mah mann!! And keep up with what you've built!!
I'll be on my way, backwards lunging to the top with a 20-kilo barbell balanced across my neck and 500g fake nails to strengthen my fingers so they don't hurt after typing this much...
Anywayyy... that was already a lot, so byyyyeeeeee (cep 💪 lol)
I went through a similar process the last couple years, all because I'm gettting older and was fat and wanted to do martial arts. So I figured "what the hell, have to start somewhere". Couldn't do more than maybe 10 or 12 pushups, 20 crunches etc....but I could do some, and some lead to more, and then when I wasn't getting sore added more and more excersizes and started training. This channel couldn't have come along for me at a better time, a time when now I'm excited to go climbing and hiking and whatever else, and this channel also made me realize just how fun my out of dojo training can be! Your story is great and inspiring and I think the world needs more people like you that want to be better and add value, in my opinion of course.
@@adam5words688 Thank you so much for the support and sharing your story!!
If there's ever an apocalypse, let's try and meet up, yeah?
adhd 💀
@@davidsprott3216 No, not Adhd, just a passionate, articulate person with more brain cells than you may ever have. 🤗😁
500g fake nails 💅 🤣🤣🤣👌🏼
I really like the idea of getting to that first plateau in something, then switching to maintenance on that thing, and starting the easy gains of something else. Sure, I might never reach excellence in a narrow ability, but having that many things that I'm well above average in would unlock new possibilities others haven't even thought about before.
The fact that this philosophy is applicable across all disciplines makes this a great guiding principle for life.
Do it for yourself...make it fun and interesting. Interesting is interested
I love this philosophy. I’ve spent so long following set disciplines but longed for more. I don’t want to bench 400lbs (though that’d be cool) if it means not being able to run from an attacker. You inspired me to run faster, push for longer, and lift heavier all at once. You’re a huge inspiration and I love these thought experiments
If you still want to lift heavier while doing those things than why not bench 400 lbs AND perform well in those other aspects? Alex Leonidas benched 405 and yet he can do things like one arm pull ups for reps, high level calisthenics, and GPP work like sandbag workouts, boxing, and general cardio. Sure it’ll take longer if you don’t specialize in it but if you’re in the fitness game for the long term, it won’t matter how long it takes.
EDIT: Before anyone tells me how unrealistic that is, try it anyway. Even if you don’t get to a 400 lb bench while doing those other things, you might still get like 365 or something which is still pretty damn impressive for almost anybody.
At first I'm a hardcore gymrat kind of guy for 2 years and started to get bored of it because of plateu. Then switched to calisthenics, and became freakishly strong and also got plateu. Implemented weighted calisthenics in my routine and yoga/animal flow training and I feel so good. And later on combined both of the world of weightlifting and weighted calisthenics and I never got better.
Been training for 5 years now nonstop with structured intensity and deload week, and I found this channel and became fascinated with the idea of functional athletic kind of training. Lastly, my friend whose a kickboxer welcomed me in the world of martial arts and man, my life is good!
This channel is gold!
I definitely can say with all certainty that I have used Bruce Lee's training philosophy and it have literally saved my life as a bouncer. I know the video is about Jack of trades. I just wanted to express my thoughts about the late sifu Lee. Great video . 👍
Every video teaches me something profound WITHOUT FAIL - thank you
My man's either preparing to dawn his super hero costume very soon or he's ready for the apocalypse. Regardless, he can do it.
This vid is just another example of why I follow this channel. Keep brining the content. You are putting all the pieces together.
Thanks for always renewing the hype in skills and activities of all sorts, Adam.
I think I speak for a lot of people when I say your enthusiasm and positive energy is contagious
I'm so glad to have come across your channel. Most people laugh at my jack-of-all-trades approach to most things in life, and finding information about an all-round approach to training is difficult.
I used to swim, requiring me to be strong in all parts of my body, and I've stuck with this full-body view on training ever since. At first I did regular 3x12 workouts, but for the past 2 years, I've been experimenting with heavy and explosive gym workouts to increase my (lacking) strength and become powerful. On to of this, I do cardio work and sprinting, and I'm looking into agility work hoping to move into parkour in the future.
Quickly becoming my favorite channel.
Love the juggling on a wobble board! You make working out look fun! Thanks for the inspiration dude keep the vids coming! 😁
That was fun!
@@TheBioneer awesome your vids have helped me overcome some very bad habits and have deffinatly contributed to setting me on a healthyer path in my life! Thank you dude your work and dedication is insperational! 😁
After training in Swimming, Karate and Crossfit, this makes so much sense. This is where i want to go, this is what i want to be. Thanks for appearing... it means that i'm ready.
Everything depends on your own personal goals.
I used to workout pretty hard and do tons of intense cardio. The cardio ate into my gains a lot and decided to tone that down a good deal recently.
Definitely good to engage in a variety of physical activity, just be aware you won’t excel at any particular activity if you try to do too much.
The body has only so many resources to work with.
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Dr Mike explains that wonderfully. He's a prominence when it comes to strength sports and sport science
I don’t disagree but watching Adam in his videos, I’m not sure I’d have much to worry about 😀
What's the point of being super great at something if it's going to hinder you in other ways. I'm not a professional athlete so it's for health and overall fitness for me
@@WhoDatGuyJ I personally am at a point in life where I prefer a more focused approach, but to each their own.
@@WhoDatGuyJ Being hyperspecialized won't hinder you in other ways. You are simply superhuman on something and average everywhere else which still makes you better than the average person.
Still, it all depends on your goals. If your goals are only fitness, health and well being of course a more well rounded approach will look a thousand times more appealing to you. In my case I'm all about body control, doing gymnastic skills, and competing which is why I focus on that kind of training. In my case it means I won't have the best legs up until I'm done and I've mastered everything I want to master (maybe 5-10 years from now) but I have my priorities straight.
Just want you to see how your goals can change your whole perspective, you see hyperspecialization as useless because it doesn't align with your goals. In my case since I want to be the best then I have to make sacrifices
I definitely agree it’s so much better to be well rounded than focusing on one particular style. Not only is it fun, but it never makes your workouts boring. You always have something new and challenging to try
I think it is also the best advice to anyone starting at a higher age. I did sports pretty much my whole life, but switched my focus frequently, therefore i will never be a top athlete in anything. Now at age 32, i just try to be good and multiple disciplines, like mobility, strength and endurance. This way training never gets stale, you are less prone to overtraining and if you have a plateau in one discipline, it does not really matter, as you progress in another area. And like you said, just by being physically active, your already way ahead of the curve in regards to any fitness metric.
Superfunctional fitness has literally changed my life, thanks Adam
I really enjoy bodybuilding as a form of training because weightlifting has always jived with me, however I also rock climb regularly to increase my mobility and hand strength which are often a bodybuilders weak points. Love the vid!
I learnt how to actually USE a body via you my friend. Thank you.
Agree entirely. I was happy to find your channel and see I wasn't the only person who believed in training to be good at everything possible as opposed to specializing in one thing exclusively, such as powerlifting or only running, etc. Your channel is also quite a motivation, as it shows that people do want to learn about fitness and being a "complete" athlete. I definitely hope that one day I can have as much reach as you do in teaching proper fitness techniques.
Dude
This really te inspired me into building that best body I can.
I am someone who has experienced so many injuries however I’ve always loved moving my body and building it. Kind of like a super hero. Be a bit older I am seeing how important your body is if you want to have a chance at living a comfortable life in the potential later life and evening now being your best
Definitely! Workout routines should feel fun and playful. Not always doing the same boring movements everytime!
I am genuinely impressed by the quality of your videos (and skills), since the summer. Fantastic!
Creativity is paramount to training. It's the only way to unlock your body (and mind's) true potential. I'm constantly creating new exercises or tweaking old ones and finding new ways to move my muscles that I never even thought of before.
Your striking and martial arts movements are becoming more fluid and crisp
I used to go long stretches of feeling captive to one certain modality at a time. I'd get into power lifting for an entire year, then feel less functional and mobile. Then, I'd just get into running a whole lot and lose a lot of gains. I'm at a point in my life where I've finally embraced just mixing it up and doing whatever feels good. Yoga, lifting, walking, running, bodyweight exercises. I feel more well rounded than ever. Abolutely love your philosophies on training brother!
I've just started the gym I'm a month in and you inspire me to be a better man.thankyou.uk
Truth bombs 💣 here! And this is honestly applicable to any field of interest you have. There's nothing wrong with having versatile skills. You can be a finance guy, a personal trainer, a photographer and cook all in one. Just a matter of your own passions and you making the time and effort to do them and get good and efficient at it!
I couldn't agree more.
Everyone comes from a certain background be it Calisthenics, Body building, Power lifting or Track and Field, but I think diving into other aspects really help you grease those groves, fill those gaps in strength, power, mobility and even physique.
I have a Calisthenics Background, but incorporate Powerlifting and Mace Swinging to fill in the strength defecit, my Overall Strength is high (Advance Calisthenics) my BW/Strength Ratio is high (Power Lifting) I have better Flexibility and Mobility (Calisthenics and Crawling Movements) then most average Gym goer and my endurance and fine motor control are good (Mace Swinging)
Still looking forward to encorporate Weight lifting after I master the mace.
Wow, this is the goal I'm striving for. Thanks for articulating it so well 👍
You are pretty cold(skilled) juggling and balancing on that balance board at the same time. Your mind
set makes sense and is extremely intelligent
I noticed your shoulder mobility improved. Your handstand is better.
Your book is very good. I wish you the best!
Do not combine fencing, boxing, and wing chun. Take what they have in common and use the principles to EXPRESS YOURSELF. This also reminds me of the Rodney Mullen video "how context creates content". You're awesome, man! :) You got my wheels turning today for sure.
i learned handstand.it took me 1.5 years . The way was too tuff but i didnt stop.
Thank you sir
You are such an inspiration
I love this philosophy! I think that, in addition to what you just said, this kind of training makes you happier; a person who does a lot of cross training necessarily does a lot of training. So they eventually become fit and healthy like kids are. that fitness is great for your brain, emotions, ability to appreciate the beauty of life. It almost automatically leads to fulfillment and happiness.
Most informative channel out here. Absolute legend.
I just stumbled on this……. I love bodybuilding but I have been thinking about what this gentleman is talking about; he is absolutely correct!! Thank you sir; I am going to incorporate your ideas in my workouts!!!!
yes sir, I've had this mindset with training since my early 20s, has served me well this entire time.
Your videos are super motivating. That's the number 1 benefit I get from being your subscriber. Thank you for your work.
I will start doing more cardio combined with my weights training and my martial arts training after this video, you really opened my eyes as I was just focusing on strength for a long time I guess it’s time to train resistance too
best fitness channel on RUclips! thanks for another great, and inspiring vid.
Hit the nail on the head, great video man!🎯
Adam, you are a Jack of all trades and master of most.
Absolutely loved your book Functional Training And Beyond and your channel is amazing. Thanks for helping me redefine my fitness over 50. 👍💪
Perfect timing. i was about to design my new routine with the notes i did with his book and this video appears
When you do experience injury, as we all eventually do, you may avoid the modality that caused it. However if you enjoy multiple endeavors you may focus on the ones that are not the cause of injury and actually speed up recovery July getting the blood and endorphins flowing.
This has been a topic that I have been contemplating for a while and I'm quite happy you made a video on it. Thanks man!
Love this video!!! I want to be strong but able to move as well...we are not confined to one training modality...great work always💪🏾💪🏾
Like your perspective on fitness and functionality, that its a combination of factors like speed, power, mobility etc. Cognitive abilities the whole spectrum
Could you share some of your personal stats?
- 100m sprint,
- max number of pull-ups
- max deadlift
- ...
@Nocoinersbtfo HAHAHAHAHA, no
I think this approach to fitness is the one I’ve been looking for. I’ve been struggling to find my “specialty”, not realizing that fitness is broad, and that should be the best approach, especially in workouts
I've been kind of sleeping on your vids and my own fitness routine for a bit but this video provided the bit of inspiration I needed to get serious again. Thank you for all the great content you put out consistently!
Enriki Fitness would love this one.
This is all very true. One additional benefit - you learn to learn. By learning lots of skills you increase your learning ability and - as you said - you learn faster and better. You learn to ask questions, to seek advice, to research and end up training way more than just your body but your brain as well.
Totally agree with all the mentioned aspects! Another thing I also really enjoy as an allrounder is to join friends or new acquaintances in their favorite activities. Meanwhile, I see a lot of other people being uncomfortable and wanting to stay in their domain. As I also tend to progress quickly competition might also increase the fun. So the social aspect is an important one for me too, is what I'm trying to say hahaha
Yuri Boyka, the most complete fighter in the world.
The bioneer, the most complete fitness channel on youtube.
Go Adam! Go Bioneer!
BEST COMMENT EVER!!
A bit off topic but Adam ur (superfunkcional traning and beyond) book is genius!
So inspiring!
U are a good writer!
THE PROBLEM IS comparing yourself to others have been doing body work for say 20-30 years off and on major accidents over last 18 months have forced re consideration and how does it fit into my life , as explained yoga one of the most advanced exercise systems ever invented still has to be made yours , enjoy have fun challenge and do combine my yoga helps with gardening , I lift lighter weights , just come back from a nightmarish camp where being strong allowed me to push through into long walks haul a 30-40 pound rucksck + up a 3 mile hill , BUT didn't sleep and it made it 10 times more difficult , try Tarhthang Tulku Kum Nye style , try freestyle body movement feldenkrise etc add to repertoire , but great keep it up Bio engineer your enthusiasm is wonder full need a rest and recuperate did some yoga this morning damaged back , bowel problems a really traumatic time , but still managed over 10 miles a day sometimes upto fifteen walking with a 5-10 pack ,Sleep problems due o deep level PTSD and adapting diet to eating with no teeth ... obstacles handicaps not to mention this frame is now circa 1960 WALKING is much underrated as are subtle gentle exercises designed to maximize kinaethetic sense ! Bye for Now God bless R
Your vids are everything! So glad you found the time to upload :)
This guy has brains 🧠, brawn 💪🏿, amd a zest for life!
Wouldn't want to get on the wrong side of him, he would kick my ass i believe. Keep up the good work bro 👌🏼🤙
*My main method of training ever since I can remember, thanks man for the simplification!*
Thanks for uploading a new video I was literally reading your book Functional Training and Beyond as this popped up in my RUclips notifications what a coincidence. Shout out to you from Seattle Washington
My gym partner is a strictly hypertrophy focused guy, and sometimes it can be a bit frustrating for me who just enjoy training and furthering my physical capabilities. I love strength training and the "big lifts", but limiting myself to just those seems boring and counterproductive. I always make sure to have 2 (sometimes 3) training sessions every week, wherin I just don't plan anything ahead. Maybe I'll skiprope and run, maybe I'll do floor-based exercises, maybe I WILL just deadlift. I just love moving and feeling my muscles working :) This was a great video.
"It is a shame for a man to grow old, without seeing the beauty and strength of which his body is capable" ~Markus Aurelius
Hey! Would you put subtitles in the next videos? It would really help us around the world. Thank you for your work!
Hi Adam , I'm reading your book and it's amazing!
This is so true! Get good (not great) in one modality, e.g - barbell training. Then maintain those skills with much less work, whilst moving onto another area:calisthenics, mobility work etc.
This way is so much more functional than banging your head against the wall to add a few kg's to your bench!
I think "motivation" is the key for any general public increase in health and fitness, and the jack of all trades approach makes it simply more likely to be fun and practical, especially anyone with a short attention span. Do you ever actually dress up as Batman to work out? I truly believe in the benefits of theatrical aspects of fitness. If you want good posture, wear a crown! Raise your scepter of magical spells! Today I worked out at my gym with a guy who tore his Achilles on Ninja Warrior, had to get surgery. The Jack of All Trades mindset is fundamental for healthy injury rehab and aging gracefully. When I worked at a PT hospital, it was the recreational therapy that impressed me most by creating motivation, by sparking the imagination. You are not thinking about the pain, or loss, or even your knee, when you work in the garden to give flowers to "that girl". The coldest rock climbing club in the world is the Edelweiss club, finding impossible flowers...
I needed to hear this from a certified fitness expert. You are a legend! ❤️
Well i am about to pick a punching bag to add to my small home gym. Just to mix it up! great content
Finished reading your book today
You're awesome man, I really appreciate your message. Very high quality stuff.
Bro i started doing Burpees this month and it feels amazing.
I started doing L sits last week and it has also been incredible.
I don't know what you're going to talk to me today, but I'm already taking notes.
This is exactly how I train and it really compliments martial arts!
Amazing content my man I train with all types of modalities this only confirms I am doing it right
Jack of all trades is the right mindset on how you want to approach training if you are a natty, I've been training for strength, size, endurance and specific skill I want to develop, creating a healthy relationship with food, eating food to feel good about my self and be healthy(meaning it doesn't need to be 100 percent clean, but I try to keep it clean), not following fad diets, and life have never felt better and training is never boring 💪💪💪
Love this comment, mate!
I see a lot of downers in the comments not understanding Adam's point. Training for life as an actual person who has a life and wants to be the best they can be is a worthy cause.
People in here acting /training like they are going to actually be the world's best is ridiculous ridiculous at best.
Bioneer gets my subscription 🙌🏼 today, cheers YT algorithm 🥳
All great points. I want to add that training this way would also help your brain as well.
Great video :) I am for sure a jack of all trades when it comes to combative training, having trained Kung Fu for 10 years, I know animal styles traditional weapons etc, but I also practise my boxing and BJJ which I use with Kung Fu kicks if it's for MMA, while also sparring with the animal style techniques... finally I've trained Krav Maga and been a student of self defense myself and I also train for that... I am a master of none, but a student of all trades, combat sports, martial arts, self defense.
Wow. I can really see your proprioception progression in this video compared to your earlier videos. Kudos.
My best friend, Great... We liked and enjoyed to the end. Awesome... Full watched. Thanks Have a happy day!
Whatever he says that's true and I appreciate Adam. I admire you. I love the work that you do
Estoy seguro que este es el mejor canal de entrenamientos de practicamente todo, y eso que he visto muchos canales, este siempre innova
Well speak it. now i know why i seek for more and fun ways in fitness even developing own fithing style and body function or routine its not rare but jack of all trades i love it
I always appreciate your videos and perspective. Great info thank you!
Thanks for your videos! I've been following you for a few years and it's always interesting! I agree with you, it's awesome and more challenging to do multiple training but it's funny to see society glorifying the athlete who masters one type of sport and not the person who knows a lot of different styles.
I appreciate the way you have a great way of approaching the things that I am interested in making myself more knowledgeable about things like you have already done a lot with the knowledge.
This are my exact thoughts on the subject matter, not only in fitness but in life in general. The problem is that todays society people need experts in one field, and to diversify you need a very unique profile.
The Bioneer based af for using footage from TASM2 & BvS 💯🔥
Excellent video!Good thinking
I'm not one for "inspirational" videos but this was a very good one.
Salute bro . I train boxing alot and learn exercises from u.