The Best Training Advice That Nobody Thinks to Use
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Thinking about skipping another training session?
Worried about how that heavy set of squats is going to go?
Considering shutting down your deadlift set after two reps instead of finishing all five?
You already possess an outstanding source of training advice - you just haven’t used it.
In situations like these, ask yourself one question:
“What would I tell my kids?”
I often refer to this as “kid talk,” and it’s both clarifying and compelling.
(Of course, you don’t need to actually have children for this to work. Picture a conversation with your niece or nephew, or imagine that you do have kids.)
“Dad, can I skip basketball practice today?” your son asks.
“No,” you respond. “You signed up, so you’re committed. This is how you build perseverance and discipline. Let’s go.”
“Mom - I’m scared I’ll forget my lines and mess up on stage,” your daughter says.
“I get it, kiddo, and that worry is normal. But you’ve rehearsed for weeks, and you know your part backward and forward - you’re going to knock their socks off tonight.”
You give your kids the truth, and you expect them to act accordingly.
Solid. Now treat yourself the same way.
Don’t complicate this - and don’t dodge it.
The next time you’re thinking about bailing on a session or a set, just ask yourself, “What would I tell my kids?”
You’ll know what to do.
As always, we hope this helps you get stronger and live better.
-Phil
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