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Originally Posted by tooge
I don't want to come across as being a dick or starting an argument, but I have a question about some of the workouts being mentioned. So, some guys want to do a program over several weeks to enable them to bench press 300+lbs, or squat 400+ lbs or whatever. My question is, what is coveted about the ability to do such feats unless you are either 1. competing, or 2. making a living as an athlete? Point is, I'm a very active guy. Used to do triathlons prior to a shoulder injury. I play sports with my kids and other adults, etc. I can't find a single reason that I'd need to be able to bench press 300 plus lbs, or squat 400+ lbs. Please enlighten me.
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Pretty simple, I love lifting and challenging to reach new numbers. Not to mention I am a big proponent of natural lifters pushing getting stronger to gain muscle, more so than even steroid lifters who benefit from higher rep ranges. I believe natural lifters looking to gain muscle should be lifting in the 3-8 rep ranges and pushing for 1 rep maxes every few months.
When you did Triathlons, didn't you want a better finish time? When I am lifting on lifts all the time (bench/squat/dead), I want better numbers. If you aren't wanting to progress, might as well not do any activity to get better.