BischTits

@fit4racing: keep doing what you’re doing, it’s great. People can make up their own minds and call it like they see it.

CrossFit as a GPP program all the way to the elite level in any sport is the way to train. It varies in volume and time of year, but as the primary strength and conditioning program for these guys, you can’t find a better option. Pretty cool to see it utilized here, even if it’s under a different name.

@WAKIdesigns: Maybe we're getting lost in translation here, for sure this is getting lost in the woods. I'm not sure what you mean by plyo squats. And for the uninitiated, an air squat would be considered a 1RM. There are many, in fact infinite ways to scale every movement. You didn't provide any evidence for your senseless claims, so I thought I'd offer where my perspective is coming from. I think CrossFit is an incredible GPP program, and for the majority of the population a great tool for escaping decrepitude. That doesn't mean it's the only way to achieve fitness or superiority in sport. It's too bad I probably won't get to see you in the gym, I sense a face to face interaction between us would go much differently than an internet conversation. Squatting is good, so is major muscle recruitment. Best of luck to you and your kid in each of your biking endeavors.

This is a good take. @WAKIdesigns:

Power = force x distance / time. That we can agree on. You’re assuming when I said back squat that meant 1 RM. could not be further from the truth. Try back squatting with a pvc pipe. Or simply air squat. As someone who has been a gym goer for nearly 20 years, I have not seen what you claim happens regularly. And even if it did, I would contend the benefits outweigh the potential injury. I think your opinion is completely uninformed and could benefit from some real world application. @WAKIdesigns:

Back squatting does not make you shorter. Please if you feel that way provide some evidence from a medical study outside of a corrupt organization like the NSCA or the ACSM. If resistance isn’t your thing, then air squat. Major muscle recruitment is the intent. And that creates higher potential for power. Honestly, I’m not really sure what you’re arguing or attempting to prove. Lifting is beneficial, no beans about it. If you lack range of motion, obviously don’t put your body in compromising positions, but also, work on being less decrepit. Strength or Resistance training develops power. It comes in many forms that also develop: speed, coordination, strength, agility, balance and accuracy. You can eve develop cardio/realities endurance and stamina. I would suggest not spreading misinformation under the guise of informing. Looks dangerous @WAKIdesigns: