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3 Pearls from Dan John

3 Pearls from Dan John

While I've been recovering from ACL surgery I've found I have more opportunity to read. And one author I particularly enjoy is Dan John.[caption id="attachment_4775" align="aligncenter" width="225"] Dan John and I in Vancouver.Dan John has been a strength coach in the industry for over thirty years. Some coaches have acknowledged him by saying he has been recording workouts for longer than many in our industry have been alive.In other words he has a lot of wisdom and a great manner in which he shares the many pearls he has gained over the years. Below are three random pieces of wisdom from Dan John.i. You Can't Do It All Often-times we'll have a new client come in to get started with some training. And when we discuss their goals they'll express wanting to rehab their shoulder, get stronger and run a faster 10 k.And individually each of these goals is possible. And is also possible to work on all three at the same time. The problem becomes one of sacrificing gains in each in order to obtain a result in all areas at the same time.Let me use an example to explain.[caption id="" align="alignright" width="300"] Don't fall for the trap of multi-tasking.Imagine you are at work. And you have a major project that is due. This should get all of your focus and attention. But rather than block out a set chunk of time you chip away at this project while also checking email, taking calls and any meetings that come up and helping your colleague with their project as well.At the end of the day, is your project done? Do you feel satisfied with your efforts? Or did you feel pressure that there isn't as much forward progress as you'd like and you know your boss will probably feel the same way.So...

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