In strength and conditioning circles, this is known as the Overload Principle. It basically states that you can force adaptation in your body by consistently pushing past yesterday’s limit; you can make yourself stronger by showing your body what stronger feels like. But in doing this, you’re going to experience adversity; you’re going to have days that are incredibly challenging, even scary. There are going to be days that cause you to question your motives and ability. It’s important to realize that the toughest days are your best days, because they have the potential to force the most
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