Chapter
The Role of Mental Strength in Physical Performance
25:43 - 31:12 (05:28)
Mental strength may give an extra 10-20% improvement in physical performance but won't necessarily overcome the limitations of a smaller stature or lack of muscle mass in comparison to bigger, stronger individuals. Breaking up longer physical tasks into smaller segments can also be helpful for achieving goals.
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Researchers have concluded that a typical person can access about 80% of their maximum muscle strength whereas a trained weight lifter can maybe get to 90% in competition.
25:43 - 27:27 (01:44)
Summary
Researchers have concluded that a typical person can access about 80% of their maximum muscle strength whereas a trained weight lifter can maybe get to 90% in competition. However, it is unclear where these numbers come from.
ChapterThe Role of Mental Strength in Physical Performance
Episode#046 - Alex Hutchinson - Endure; Finding The Limits Of Human Performance
PodcastModern Wisdom
The author discusses why physical strength can often trump mental strength, citing examples such as weightlifting competitions and races, while also mentioning a technique he tried known as transcranial direct current stimulation.
27:27 - 31:12 (03:44)
Summary
The author discusses why physical strength can often trump mental strength, citing examples such as weightlifting competitions and races, while also mentioning a technique he tried known as transcranial direct current stimulation.