"It depends..." - so, so, so true. Asking quality questions will greatly improve the chances of getting a quality answer that you can actually use. Thanks for posting this, Ross. If people take this advice, it's really going to help them cut through a lot of frustration and BS.
People often ask training questions as if the answers are etched in stone. The reality however is that what makes sense for you today may not make sense as the weeks and months pass. Almost any training related question warrants an "it depends" response - Addressing Common Training Questions
Once again though, it really does depend. No one should train with the goal of "fucking yourself" up however. Continuous improvement is what really matters. Therefore, it is important to monitor progress so you know when/if it is time to make an adjustment. Simply stating "how much" one can or should do isn't possible. Using myself as an example, what I can do today is different from what I could do a five years ago, and will likely be different from 5 years from now.
I just wanna say that I bought your books The Boxers Guide and Infinite Intensity many years ago. Those two books changed me. Thanks a lot. You rock Ross!
You have such a talent for getting right to the point, using the least amount of words. It is true that no one knows their body better than themselves, it just takes time to see what works:) Now I'm sure that since you've done this video I will be hearing/seeing someone else turning your words into their own. You are a true leader.
So many videos I've watched recently ... workout/fitness related, "what's the best sword"-related ... and always the response "It depends on context!" I suppose that there's a lesson in there somewhere, but I'll be damned if it is "Well, nothing can be considered in isolation".
In many ways, that is the point though. It is very rare that a simple answer exists for a training question. A considerable amount of background information is often required as a prerequisite to answering the question (ie. info about the individual and his experience, background, goals, current schedule, etc.). Many novice trainees don't realize this however, hence the reason for this video.
First found out about you back in 2008 and 2009 and just recently stumbled across your channel. You're a great motivation and inspiration! Thank you! Do you still have your DVDs and books available?
SO TRUE! Well done! I deal with this myself when giving advice and recommondation's.There are multiple variables to consider sometimes for many people.I made a video myself relating to this topic
Fair point. But if you think about it, one can always give the answer "It depends" to any question. Can you please give us a good example of a "good" question that doesn't lead to the dreaded "it depends".
Black and white answers have their uses for sure though, they can cut through all the riff raff and bad information when there are a thousand voices repeating what you know is quite wrong. When given the choice though, egoless admittance of ambiguity is good. That message requires a disciplined listener though.
"It depends..." - so, so, so true.
Asking quality questions will greatly improve the chances of getting a quality answer that you can actually use.
Thanks for posting this, Ross. If people take this advice, it's really going to help them cut through a lot of frustration and BS.
People often ask training questions as if the answers are etched in stone. The reality however is that what makes sense for you today may not make sense as the weeks and months pass. Almost any training related question warrants an "it depends" response - Addressing Common Training Questions
Once again though, it really does depend. No one should train with the goal of "fucking yourself" up however. Continuous improvement is what really matters. Therefore, it is important to monitor progress so you know when/if it is time to make an adjustment. Simply stating "how much" one can or should do isn't possible. Using myself as an example, what I can do today is different from what I could do a five years ago, and will likely be different from 5 years from now.
I just wanna say that I bought your books The Boxers Guide and Infinite Intensity many years ago. Those two books changed me. Thanks a lot. You rock Ross!
You have such a talent for getting right to the point, using the least amount of words. It is true that no one knows their body better than themselves, it just takes time to see what works:) Now I'm sure that since you've done this video I will be hearing/seeing someone else turning your words into their own. You are a true leader.
So many videos I've watched recently ... workout/fitness related, "what's the best sword"-related ... and always the response "It depends on context!" I suppose that there's a lesson in there somewhere, but I'll be damned if it is "Well, nothing can be considered in isolation".
In many ways, that is the point though. It is very rare that a simple answer exists for a training question. A considerable amount of background information is often required as a prerequisite to answering the question (ie. info about the individual and his experience, background, goals, current schedule, etc.). Many novice trainees don't realize this however, hence the reason for this video.
First found out about you back in 2008 and 2009 and just recently stumbled across your channel. You're a great motivation and inspiration! Thank you!
Do you still have your DVDs and books available?
Awesome topic! This goes right into my favorites.
Best video I've seen in ages, peace!
SO TRUE! Well done! I deal with this myself when giving advice and recommondation's.There are multiple variables to consider sometimes for many people.I made a video myself relating to this topic
The people who talk about that 45 minute bullshit are the people who wouldn't last a day in our gym
Hey Ross, can you go over common symptoms/signs of over-training and ways to help speed up your recovery from it?
Thanks.
That t-shirt looks clean!!!
Fair point. But if you think about it, one can always give the answer "It depends" to any question. Can you please give us a good example of a "good" question that doesn't lead to the dreaded "it depends".
Black and white answers have their uses for sure though, they can cut through all the riff raff and bad information when there are a thousand voices repeating what you know is quite wrong. When given the choice though, egoless admittance of ambiguity is good. That message requires a disciplined listener though.
over training is a myth
I see what you did there hahahahaha. Twin muscle