Training Today for Tomorrow
May 03, 2024
Looking to ramp up your fitness routine? Maybe you've got a race, a beach getaway, or a wedding on the horizon—those are fantastic short-term goals! But let's talk about the long game.
What about training for the tomorrows that are five, ten, even twenty years down the road? Not the "next day" tomorrow, but the ones where you want to still feel vibrant and capable. Are you setting yourself up for success? Are you fueling your body with good nutrition, catching enough Z's for optimal recovery, and keeping up with regular check-ups? And let's not forget the biggie: is your current training regimen setting you up for a future of vitality?
Now, I get it—crushing personal records (PRs) and nailing those workout of the day (WOD) challenges can feel like the bee's knees right now. But trust me, in the grand scheme of things, it's not the be-all and end-all. What truly matters is consistency—building a foundation today that supports not just your current activities, but your future endeavors too. Because let's face it, chasing that PR today won't mean much if it lands you with a string of injuries down the line.
So, let's shift gears. Instead of fixating solely on maxing out every lift or shaving seconds off your run, let's aim for balance. Let's focus on covering all the basics: pushing, pulling, squatting, hinging, carrying, and all the other fundamental movement patterns. And let's not neglect the stuff that keeps us nimble and sharp—balance, proprioception, and keeping our brains agile through varied training modalities.
Remember, it's not just about today's gains—it's about setting yourself up for a future where you're still crushing it, no matter what life throws your way.