Introduction to the Muscle & Strength Pyramid

Question 1

What does the Pyramid consist of?

Answer 1

Question 2

Give a brief description of Adherence, and the reason for it’s placement on the pyramid.

Answer 2

Consistency is what makes progress, not perfection. Strive to be consistent then worry about perfection.

REF

• Realistic - What is your time frame? Is it realistic to your program for your goals?; What is your schedule? Can you fit your workout schedule to your life schedule (3 days on, 1 day off vs 5 day split; 1.5 vs 2 hour workouts;etc.)?
• Enjoyable - Is your program enjoyable, do you look forward to working out?
• Flexible - Is your program flexible when things go wrong, like missing the days or fatigue? Incorporate autoregulation for stress and energy levels.

Optimal is a concept that doesn’t always fit our realities. REF is placed first to make sure that you are consistent, the principles of enjoyment, flexibility, and having realistics goals based on time frames and schedules will ensure consistency.