is this image just a meme or is there really such a thing as functional strength?
I thought being bear mode was genetic. If it isn't, how can I achieve the functional strength body type?
ps i'm still DYEL tier as of now (just began regularly exercising two months ago)
I'm so tired of this reddit meme
Mostly a meme, a couple of truths in there (for example bodybuilders being at their weakest on peak week).
>iggy pop
The only truth to this means is that you do well at what you train for.
You want to be strong? Train for strength. You want to be able to run a marathon on a whim? That's a different training regimen. Want to be the healthiest dude on Earth? Again, it requires a specific way of going about things.
However, the idea of functional strength is a mean because functional is never defined. Is it functional to be able to 3 plate squat? Is it functional to be able to hike every day? Is it functional to feel better about yourself, physically and emotionally? What functions are you talking about?
If you're going to compete, train like you're going to compete. SS and SL are thrown around a lot, and they're good routines, but they are strength training routines, and might not have the all encompassing functionality for what 99% of people on this forum are really expected to do. Maybe the functional strength of people that are talking about means being able to look good, help a friend move a couch and go on a day-long bike ride. In which case, train for that.
Can I train to fight bears on mountains?
Yes, but you have to train your way up to it. At least six months of fighting raccoons in the hills before you deviate.
Sure. 3x5 every other day. First two should be cubs
I dunno man.
There was that one guy who was out hiking and killed a bear with his teeth.
He may have had background raccoon slaying experience though.
Okay, how about achieving bear-mode body?
The reason why I want it is because I think it gives off massive patriarchal vibes and I want to be able to rape feminists just by flexing my muscles without touching them