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I enjoy weightlifting and powerlifting as well, but I can't say it's ever maximally mentally stimulating. Yes, I have to concentrate in a way, but it doesn't fe
by jakeinspace 8y ago
I enjoy weightlifting and powerlifting as well, but I can't say it's ever maximally mentally stimulating. Yes, I have to concentrate in a way, but it doesn't feel like I'm thinking deeply or quickly, as I might while playing a team sport like basketball. Most of the mental effort is in concentrating on my muscle contractions, feedback from my nerves, and mental preparation before the lift.
Now that I type this out, I'm realizing that weightlifting (in an appropriate setting/mood) is not dissimilar to meditation.
- landonxjames 8y agoThat revelation came to me when I was talking to a friend who is very into yoga. It turned out that he and I received similar benefits from yoga and powerlifting respectively. They both improved our mind-body connection and had strong calming effects.
- tempestn 8y agoI just got into (light) meditation over the past few months, and I've found the practice has made working out more pleasant. In the past I always made myself do it, but it was more of a struggle to not want to be done and doing something more mentally stimulating. I think the meditation has helped train me to make the most of the experience and not be craving more stimulation (at least, as much as before).