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post 1690430063 09-21-2023, 11:16 AM
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Originally Posted By 401Delta⏩
If you have good genes you don't have to grind or be consistent.
which is like 1% of people...the other 99% are grinding and trying to convince themselves it's fun because they'll be happier with their body and get validation from others at the end which could be 5+ years away
post 1690430183 09-21-2023, 11:17 AM
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Originally Posted By eddiehaskell⏩
which is like 1% of people...the other 99% are grinding and trying to convince themselves it's fun because they'll be happier with their body and get validation from others at the end which could be 5+ years away
12%

Do you even Spanish?
post 1690430303 09-21-2023, 11:19 AM
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Originally Posted By eddiehaskell⏩
good body, bad body...none of it makes repetitively lifting a piece of metal any more fun. the whole concept of dedication/grinding when it comes to lifting is basically people trying to will themselves to do something they know is mind-numbingly boring...because supposedly years or decades down the line they will be able to look at their body and think it was all worth it.
At 51, it's worth it. Sure, there's definitely EGO involved when I'm in the top tier physically at my age and even mog even kids half my age, but it's more to what it brings me health-wise. I can recover from injuries, I can do more physically, balance, coordination. I can go longer, further on hikes, walks, and MTB rides.

Also, it's important to be bored and to do boring, menial tasks every once in a while. It's actually brings great mental fortitude, concentration, and meditation.

Google boredom and the mind some time.
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post 1690430533 09-21-2023, 11:23 AM
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Originally Posted By eddiehaskell⏩
Sounds stupid actually. why do you need huge calves? your basically agreeing the repetitive lifting is boring but is worth it because you get huge calves.
You missed the entire point.
You are attempting to modify self from areas that you dislike, don't admire, or feel self conscious about, to areas that you do like.
It wasn't about calves......that is an example that most readers can relate to; it is about genetic limitations and goal setting behavior.
simple concept
We do it for ourselves and it is a stress reliever, health improver, confidence builder, social activity if you are normal, and you feel amazing after.
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post 1690430593 09-21-2023, 11:24 AM
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Originally Posted By eddiehaskell⏩
which is like 1% of people...the other 99% are grinding and trying to convince themselves it's fun because they'll be happier with their body and get validation from others at the end which could be 5+ years away
"trying to convince themselves"
this is where we differ.
it works and i am sorry that your success has been minimal thus far.
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post 1690430783 09-21-2023, 11:27 AM
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Originally Posted By x-trainer
"trying to convince themselves"
this is where we differ.
it works and i am sorry that your success has been minimal thus far.
works at what?
post 1690430943 09-21-2023, 11:30 AM
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Originally Posted By x-trainer
You missed the entire point.
You are attempting to modify self from areas that you dislike, don't admire, or feel self conscious about, to areas that you do like.
It wasn't about calves......that is an example that most readers an relate to; it is about genetic limitations and goal setting behavior.
simple concept
We do it for ourselves and it is a stress reliever, health improver, confidence builder, social activity if you are normal, and you feel amazing after.
Nothing you've said makes repetitive lifting of metal plates sound fun. Why can't you have a stress reliever or work on the source of the stress, improve health, build confidence and be social without the mind-numbing endeavor of repeatedly picking up metal plates for years and years?
post 1690431023 09-21-2023, 11:31 AM
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Originally Posted By eddiehaskell⏩
Nothing you've said makes repetitive lifting of metal plates sound fun. Why can't you have a stress reliever or work on the source of the stress, improve health, build confidence and be social without the mind-numbing endeavor of repeatedly picking up metal plates for years and years?
Metal plates are denser than most materials, so they are more convenient to use as a means of resistance.

Are you retarded?
post 1690431073 09-21-2023, 11:33 AM
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Originally Posted By 401Delta⏩
Metal plates are denser than most materials, so they are more convenient to use as a means of resistance.

Are you retarded?
And your point being? Denser materials are more fun to repetively pick up for years and years?
post 1690431163 09-21-2023, 11:35 AM
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Originally Posted By eddiehaskell⏩
Nothing you've said makes repetitive lifting of metal plates sound fun. Why can't you have a stress reliever or work on the source of the stress, improve health, build confidence and be social without the mind-numbing endeavor of repeatedly picking up metal plates for years and years?
here is what i do to make it not mind numbing, your list may differ.
i have a plan for what body part i want to "bring up" or improve.
i have a list of new unusual exercises to try and master.
1 preworkout drink
1 dj mix with fast paced edm to not be mind-numbing, so i dont sound or feel like eddiehaskell.

i do lots of other sports as well , this is just 1 activity.
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post 1690431243 09-21-2023, 11:37 AM
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Originally Posted By eddiehaskell⏩
I agree OP.
he's talking to himself now
post 1690431503 09-21-2023, 11:42 AM
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Originally Posted By x-trainer
here is what i do to make it not mind numbing, your list may differ.
i have a plan for what body part i want to "bring up" or improve.
i have a list of new unusual exercises to try and master.
1 preworkout drink
1 dj mix with fast paced edm to not be mind-numbing, so i dont sound or feel like eddiehaskell.

i do lots of other sports as well , this is just 1 activity.
So you're finding newer and newer ways of trying to make something that's boring not as boring. Got it.

lol @ men finding body parts they need to "bring up". men of past generations would laugh their asses off.
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Originally Posted By eddiehaskell⏩
And your point being? Denser materials are more fun to repetively pick up for years and years?
Yes.

Can you imagine trying to deadlift your fat mother?
post 1690431883 09-21-2023, 11:52 AM
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Originally Posted By 401Delta⏩
Yes.

Can you imagine trying to deadlift your fat mother?
no but i do hip thrust yours which is a nice workout
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Originally Posted By eddiehaskell⏩
no but i do hip thrust yours which is a nice workout
Do you even Italian?
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Originally Posted By eddiehaskell⏩
So you're finding newer and newer ways of trying to make something that's boring not as boring. Got it.

lol @ men finding body parts they need to "bring up". men of past generations would laugh their asses off.
Bodybuilders were basically looked at like celebs by men of past generations. In 2023 everyone is on gear and its super common to be a lifter. But previously not so much,. But in the 50s-60s-70s there weren't a lot of jacked guys walking around.

You can cope all you want but having a jacked physique gets you a lot of attention/admiration. And when you have the right nutrition/supplements/juice lifting absolutely is a fun activity.



Watch the below video of fast forward if you'd like but just watch the reactions. Sorry bro but men from past generations idolized BBers.

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Originally Posted By eddiehaskell⏩
So you're finding newer and newer ways of trying to make something that's boring not as boring. Got it.

lol @ men finding body parts they need to "bring up". men of past generations would laugh their asses off.
ahh i see, your mind is closed to new information, you do not want to improve, you just want to whine here on bb.com and deflect reasonable replies.
why did you create the thread in the first place since your mind was already closed?

I mean you could have called a friend or a parent and achieved the same results; why comment to a bodybuilding focused community?

lmfao @ posting the *opposite of what this community is geared towards*; men of past generations would laugh their asses off because your posting is illogical.

try basketweaving dot com.
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Originally Posted By x-trainer
ahh i see, your mind is closed to new information, you do not want to improve, you just want to whine here on bb.com and deflect reasonable replies.
why did you create the thread in the first place since your mind was already closed?

I mean you could have called a friend or a parent and achieved the same results; why comment to a bodybuilding focused community?

lmfao @ posting the *opposite of what this community is geared towards*; men of past generations would laugh their asses off because your posting is illogical.

try basketweaving dot com.
and the autist mind gets offended when you question the sanctity of their rigid routines/interests.
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Originally Posted By guest89⏩
Bodybuilders were basically looked at like celebs by men of past generations. In 2023 everyone is on gear and its super common to be a lifter. But previously not so much,. But in the 50s-60s-70s there weren't a lot of jacked guys walking around.

You can cope all you want but having a jacked physique gets you a lot of attention/admiration. And when you have the right nutrition/supplements/juice lifting absolutely is a fun activity.



Watch the below video of fast forward if you'd like but just watch the reactions. Sorry bro but men from past generations idolized BBers.

a lot of these people are mentally unhealthy and die or have debilitating health problems by their 50s. they aren't really people to be envied -- gawked at sure. It's akin to those conventions where people doing extreme body modifications go.
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Originally Posted By 401Delta⏩
Do you even Italian?
maybe
post 1690435613 09-21-2023, 12:59 PM
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Lifting is boring only reason to do it is because you don’t want to be a slob

Anyone that finds it fun is coping. Combat sports are fun, weightlifting isn’t Lmao
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Doing the same movements over and over again staring at 4 walls is usually going to be boring.

Rowing on an erg is boring af but rowing on the water watching the world go by in an actual boat is fun.
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Originally Posted By zknarc⏩
Doing the same movements over and over again staring at 4 walls is usually going to be boring.

Rowing on an erg is boring af but rowing on the water watching the world go by in an actual boat is fun.
yes. this is why i do enjoying kayaking
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It does turn into a grind going heavy everyday focusing on numbers vs how I feel. I've gotten burned out many times over the years and taken breaks.

Actually having a lot of fun right now. Son is just starting to lift for athletic improvement & I'm recovering from a couple of nagging injuries. Just loading up the bar with something comfortable and reppin with great form. Son has always had a strong arm but almost immediately his throws have noticeably improved (ball is flatter, faster, increased spin).
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