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True strength is wicked hardcore

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 True strength is wicked hardcore  There is no denying that the base of the human bodies power is the core muscle group. More than just the appearance of a six pack, proper training of this group is fundamental not only for the overall strength of the body, but provides  resistance from injury as well. So this begs the question, whats the proper way? Well the rabbit hole on this is as wide and as deep as the internet it seems. My research provided me with a million ways to wail on my abs, but left me still questioning how to best approach core training.  I thought about it and rephrased the question to search for the best practices in core training programs as opposed to just looking at specific exercises. This lead to greener pastures, and the insight that I have a habit of over complicating things.  The article attached is contains the the approach that makes the most sense to me. The paragraphs below are clipped from it. If you found this and took the time, thank you. Please leave a
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Can Weight Training Help Anxiety and Depression?

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  Short answer is yes, yes it does. As I am constantly fighting with depression and anxiety I have notice relief when I can actually motivate myself to move. I know it sounds completely ridiculous to those that haven't experienced it, but on my really bad days the hardest thing in the world is standing up. Honestly some days you win and some days you lose, some days it rains. So I have one more reason to look forward to the new equipment arriving. Right now I'm giddy with anticipation . That is a sensation I haven't known in a very long time. This uphill climb I have in front of  me is likely going to break me, but I am ready to die on that hill if need be.  If you found this and took the time, I appreciate it. please leave a comment and let me know what you think. I have pulled what I thought to be the best 3 articles I found on this topic. I copied the text of the best one to this post.   https://www.strongfitnessmag.com/health/can-weight-training-help-anxiety-and-depress
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Time to Get Up!

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  You are young and life is long and there is time to kill today And then one day you find ten years have got behind you No one told you when to run, you missed the starting gun -pink floyd Ten years I have struggled with mental illness and addiction. Now that I have reclaimed my life I am left physically wrecked and addled by regret. That is a story for another blog. I spent my youth in athletics and weightlifting and know of no better foundation to build on. That is what this blog is about, rebuilding my body, my spirit, my life and my family.  Beginning Again The mind of the beginner is empty, free of the habits of the expert, ready to accept, to doubt, and open to all the possibilities. Though I have had to begin again many times in this life, this time it feels very different. In the past when failure loomed I would become afraid and anxious and agitated. However I feel peaceful and focused and actually excited to start over.  I have come to understand everything that happens to y
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