I'm not concerned with body building; I'm just trying to make people normal human beings.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The goal of physical training should be functional capability for daily life rather than purely aesthetic muscle building.
- In plain terms
- Exercise should help you function normally, not just look muscular.
- What can you take from it?
- Focus on functional fitness over bodybuilding.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is your goal for working out?
- Do you value looks or function?
Another view
Some people pursue aesthetics for personal satisfaction.
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