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Ask HN: Will lifting heavier make me code faster?

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Re: Ask HN: Will lifting heavier make me code faster?

#3

Probably not, but cardio and meditation might. Cardio will push more oxygen to your brain and may help develop brain cells. https://selfhacked.com/blog/ways-increase-neurogenesis/

I agree, cardio makes me so much more alert and a better thinker after a good run

Re: Ask HN: Will lifting heavier make me code faster?

#4
I doubt it, but it's fun.

If you're lifting for strength a sedentary job helps. Lift heavy, eat heaps and rest plenty. You'll get very strong over a long period of time.

That is if your goals are purely lifting strength. The above method works for winning amateur lifting comps but leaves you with a bit of surplus fat and no cardio fitness.

Re: Ask HN: Will lifting heavier make me code faster?

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post #4

I doubt it, but it's fun. If you're lifting for strength a sedentary job helps. Lift heavy, eat heaps and rest plenty. You'll get very strong over a long period of time. That is if your goals are purely lifting strength. The above method works for winning amateur lifting comps but leaves you with a bit of surplus fat and no cardio fitness.

The core/back strength helps with sitting and posture, which can indirectly help.