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Wanderers!  There’s quite a number of research that suggest focusing on effectiveness of exercise (quality of your movement and choosing exercises that target your specific goals) is more beneficial than simply focusing on quantity (duration or number of repetitions) especially for long-term fitness gains and injury prevention. Quantity of exercise can still play a role, but it should be secondary to effectiveness. Improved efficiency: By focusing on proper form and technique, you will get the most out of your workouts because it ensures you target the intended muscles effectively. This minimizes wasted energy and movement, maximizing the results you achieve from each rep thus allowing you to achieve your fitness goals   more quickly.   Reduced risk of injury: Using good form during exercise can help reduce the risk of injury, particularly when it comes to lifting weights or performing high-impact activities. It ensures that you are using the right muscles and not plac...

I am currently reading “ Think & Grow Rich ” by Napoleon Hill and all I have been getting from this awesome book is the power of a mindset: originating from the ‘desire’ to win, be someone or gain something in life which later transpires to ‘faith’.  Let me pose an important question first: Have you ever witnessed an athlete with seemingly average physical abilities outperform someone who appears more gifted? Or perhaps you’ve experienced plateaus in your own fitness journey, feeling stuck despite consistent effort? The answer to these questions and any other relative to them might lie in a powerful, yet often overlooked factor: mindset. Mindset & its Categories Mindset is defined as the set of attitudes or beliefs that we hold that eventually affect everything we do, feel, think, and experience.    Although we have one overall mindset, this can be made up of many smaller mindsets. Mindsets are powerful: They create your realities, and shape your thoughts, feeli...

Wanderers , conventional wisdom often portrays wealth and health as separate entities. We chase financial success, sometimes at the expense of our well-being. However, first principles thinking ( an approach which was used by the philosopher Aristotle and the late Charlie Munger and still used now by Elon Musk ) reveals a deeper truth: investing in your health is a cornerstone of building long-term wealth. This unveils a profound connection between our physical well-being and our financial prosperity. In today’s article, let’s explore the symbiotic relationship between health and wealth, and how investing in your health can be a strategic financial decision. We will discover how building wealth with your health is not only achievable but essential for a prosperous future. PS: I like using the First Principles Thinking to understanding and explaining concepts which can be complex at first encounter, so I hope you can get the most out of the readings. Let’s get back to it. So, what is We...

W anderers, we can all agree that embarking on a fitness or athletic journey is a personal and transformative experience, right?. However, it's crucial to recognize that each wanderer(individual) is unique, and one size doesn't fit all in the realm of fitness.  One of the fundamental aspects influencing your fitness and athletic journey is your body type. Bodies come in different shapes and sizes, influenced by a person’s frame and composition. Rather than following generic workout plans, diets, or training routines, today I want you to see how understanding your body type can be a game-changer in achieving your fitness goals. First, lets see the Three Primary Body Types A person’s body type depends on the distribution of muscle mass and fat. Some people are long and lean, while others are curvier. Likewise, some people find it challenging to gain weight, whereas others have difficulty losing weight. According to William H. Sheldon( 1940 ), the body can primarily be classified...