EUGENIZATION.

(Note: It occurred to me recently that I should write up a weekly summary of the random array of topics I’ve blogged about over the past week(s), for benefit of first-time and new readers.  So, here it is.)

What did we chat about this week?

Abdominal bracing: Tightening your abs during exercise is a good thing.  It improves your posture and stability and makes the gym police happy.

Training vs. Working Out: Train (for something), don’t work out (randomly).

Muscle Health: Gina Kolata’s NY Times article discusses why it’s good to strength train, with some (unwarranted) concessions to the cardio crowd.  It’s still worthwhile reading, regardless.

Reps: Why do 5 reps, or 15 reps? I discuss a different way of thinking about reps - as a representation of work and a subdivision of time.

Enjoy the weekend.