The Right Way To Train

There is a lesson I learned from Louie Simmons which I reflect on frequently, which is: there is only one right way to do anything. 

Other ways, or even variations, might work - but there is only one way that is most correct. 

And, in the world of fitness and strength, everyone is searching for this one, "true", way. 

What's interesting to me about this lesson, outside of the standard it imposes on application, is the importance of context. 

As I scroll through social media I see advice, for sale or otherwise, touting the results of a particular program or diet as the proof its efficacy. Which is not to say that results are meaningless, but just because Sally lost weight a particular way, doesn't mean Sara will as well. 

Muhammed Ali and Oleksandr Usyk don't throw the same jab.

Mitchell Hooper and Hafþór Björnsson don't have the same deadlift technique. 

Steve Jobs and Jeff Bezos don't follow the same business strategy. 

There is A right way for you to achieve your goals, but there is nothing resembling the right way. And, the search for "the" way, will only delay you from finding a right way for you. 

*On a personal note, I know you don't want to hear this. I know this and there are times I still find myself ignoring it - or wishing it wasn't true. That said, the more often you can operate with this in mind, the more progress you'll make - towards any, and every, goal you care about.