Last weekend I put myself on the line, I entered California's Strongest Man Competition. Only six weeks ago I decided to enter wanting to have a measurable, meaningful goal. Since I do love the sport of strongman I thought nothing would be more ideal. However, there were many lessons that I learned along the way.
1. Even with competition one must learn to enjoy the process and the experience.
2. Focus on balanced training even if you have glaring weaknesses, even if you try to overfocus any program injuries are more than likely.
3. Work on weaknesses and strengths, as you will have to rely on both in competition.
4. Expect the unexpected and if you are well balanced you will be able to handle any challenges that are placed before you. Becoming a specialist does very little to create overall fitness.
5. Even if things don't go your way maintain focus. In sports they often say it is best to have short-term memory. Don't get overly high about success or low about failures.
To see how I learned some of these lessons the hard way check out my video from the competition.
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2 comments:
Great video Josh showing the ups and downs that come with strongman comps and competition in general.
Jeez, your hands looked sore!
This is my aim for 2009, to enter a strongman comp in the UK.
Welldone
Rob
Thanks Rob, I don't like to make excuses, but there were A LOT of bad things that happened prior to the contest. Next time hopefully I will go in feeling my best!
Definitely aim to get into one, lots of fun!
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