Ditch the Tricycle, Fuel the Ferrari: Strength Training for Athletic Legends

Seth: "What are elective ways of working on athletic execution without the utilization of anabolic steroids?"

Yo Seth, buckle up because we're about to turbocharge your athletic game without diving into the dark side of anabolic nonsense! 💪🚀

First off, forget steroids; that's like trying to win a race with a tricycle. We're talking about PROPER TRAINING AND RECOVERY. It's the secret sauce to unlocking your body's full potential. Picture this: your muscles are like finely tuned instruments; treat 'em right, and they'll play your athletic symphony! 🎶

Periodization, my man! It's like planning a legendary road trip. You don't just hit the gas pedal non-stop; you need breaks to appreciate the scenic views. Same goes for your workouts – high intensity, then recovery, rinse, and repeat. It's the ultimate fitness playlist! 🎵

And let's not forget the dance moves – SPECIFICITY! Train for your sport, not for the ballet. You want game-day moves? Incorporate drills that scream

"I own this court!" 🏀

Now, NUTRITION – the real MVP! Think of your body as a high-performance car. You wouldn't fuel a Ferrari with potato chips, right? Load up on whole grains, lean protein, veggies – it's like a power-up for your athletic quest! 🚗💨

Pre- and post-workout nutrition, bro! It's like a superhero before and after their mission. Fuel up before to conquer; refuel after to recover. It's the nutritional superhero duo! 💥

Now, the extras – SUPPLEMENTS. But hold your horses, Seth. We're not talking about some magic potion here. Creatine, caffeine, beta-alanine, they're like the cool sidekicks. Always consult the wise wizard (aka your doc) before summoning them into action! 🧙‍♂️

And let's not overlook the PSYCHOLOGICAL FACTORS. Your mind is the ultimate game-changer! Think of it as the Iron Man suit for your brain – goal setting, visualization, positive self-talk – it's your mental arsenal. 🧠💥

SLEEP, the unsung hero! It's not laziness; it's your body's VIP lounge for recovery. You wouldn't skip the after-party, would you? 😴💤

And here's a pro tip: Learn to say 'no' to overtraining. It's not a flex; it's a wisdom move. Your body's like,

"Chill, bro, I got this, but I need a breather!" 🤷‍♂️

Remember, Seth, you're building an athletic empire, not a sandcastle. Consistency and discipline are your knights in shining armor. Celebrate the small victories, crush the setbacks, and enjoy the journey of becoming an athletic legend! 🏆✨

Oh, and since we're talking about building empires, ever heard of Solomon? Wise dude. As Proverbs 16:3 says,

"Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and your plans will succeed."

It's like having a celestial coach guiding your game plan! 🙏🏀

Hope this playbook helps you conquer the athletic realm, Seth! Hit those goals, conquer those fields, and remember – you're not just an athlete; you're a freaking legend in the making! 🚀🌟

Faithfully yours,

Strength Training with Gary

Unleash your inner beast at Fit40Strong

Reference:

Treatments for people who use anabolic androgenic steroids: a scoping review - Harm Reduction Journal

Background A growing body of evidence suggests that anabolic androgenic steroids (AAS) are used globally by a diverse population with varying motivations. Evidence has increased greatly in recent years to support understanding of this form of substance use and the associated health harms, but there remains little evidence regarding interventions to support cessation and treat the consequences of use. In this scoping review, we identify and describe what is known about interventions that aim to support and achieve cessation of AAS, and treat and prevent associated health problems. Methods A comprehensive search strategy was developed in four bibliographic databases, supported by an iterative citation searching process to identify eligible studies. Studies of any psychological or medical treatment interventions delivered in response to non-prescribed use of AAS or an associated harm in any setting were eligible. Results In total, 109 eligible studies were identified, which included case reports representing a diverse range of disciplines and sources. Studies predominantly focussed on treatments for harms associated with AAS use, with scant evidence on interventions to support cessation of AAS use or responding to dependence. The types of conditions requiring treatment included psychiatric, neuroendocrine, hepatic, kidney, cardiovascular, musculoskeletal and infectious. There was limited evidence of engagement with users or delivery of psychosocial interventions as part of treatment for any condition, and of harm reduction interventions initiated alongside, or following, treatment. Findings were limited throughout by the case report study designs and limited information was provided. Conclusion This scoping review indicates that while a range of case reports describe treatments provided to AAS users, there is scarce evidence on treating dependence, managing withdrawal, or initiating behaviour change in users in any settings. Evidence is urgently required to support the development of effective services for users and of evidence-based guidance and interventions to respond to users in a range of healthcare settings. More consistent reporting in articles of whether engagement or assessment relating to AAS was initiated, and publication within broader health- or drug-related journals, will support development of the evidence base.

https://harmreductionjournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12954-019-0343-1

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