A recent comment thread discussing low penetration of gym memberships produced some polarising interpretations. This isn’t uncommon given almost every single facet of our life has a xxxxx-wing or ideology attached to it.
Predictably gym memberships, protein isolates were labelled imports. As opposed to yoga and our traditional foods as indigenous and up to the task.
Here’s my idea of the elements that constitute a good life:
1. Shelter
2. Clean air
3. Clean water
4. Hygienic food
5. Access to quality learning resources (aka parts of the Internet)
6. Cost effective ways to stay active and promote longevity and independence.
7. A food supply chain that seeks to put all the nutrients that we know promote optimal growth in every single persons plate. This is not just hygienic or indigenous. This is culture keeping up with science.
8. The ability to participate in the market economy with the fewest barriers and least friction.
9. The ability for every person to tap into their genetic potential and exploit their skill set to compete in the market place.
Gym memberships, strength training, good coaching and cost-effective protein and fiber are not pawns in globalisation or Western hegemony.
They are the most effective and proven paths to 5,6, 7 and 9. Protein is crucial for growth and brain development. It’s crucial for muscle retention and bone health. We can all agree that’s a good thing right?
Same goes for strength training. It’s the easiest way to keep muscle on your frame.
Not embracing these tools is the equivalent of rejecting concrete and steel to make cost-effective shelters in favour of stone construction. The latter may work. But not everyone will have access to it.
Saying no to what works simply because our ancestors did not have access to it does not strike me as pragmatic or competitive.
Predictably gym memberships, protein isolates were labelled imports. As opposed to yoga and our traditional foods as indigenous and up to the task.
Here’s my idea of the elements that constitute a good life:
1. Shelter
2. Clean air
3. Clean water
4. Hygienic food
5. Access to quality learning resources (aka parts of the Internet)
6. Cost effective ways to stay active and promote longevity and independence.
7. A food supply chain that seeks to put all the nutrients that we know promote optimal growth in every single persons plate. This is not just hygienic or indigenous. This is culture keeping up with science.
8. The ability to participate in the market economy with the fewest barriers and least friction.
9. The ability for every person to tap into their genetic potential and exploit their skill set to compete in the market place.
Gym memberships, strength training, good coaching and cost-effective protein and fiber are not pawns in globalisation or Western hegemony.
They are the most effective and proven paths to 5,6, 7 and 9. Protein is crucial for growth and brain development. It’s crucial for muscle retention and bone health. We can all agree that’s a good thing right?
Same goes for strength training. It’s the easiest way to keep muscle on your frame.
Not embracing these tools is the equivalent of rejecting concrete and steel to make cost-effective shelters in favour of stone construction. The latter may work. But not everyone will have access to it.
Saying no to what works simply because our ancestors did not have access to it does not strike me as pragmatic or competitive.