Stop Switching Exercises Until Changing THIS First (Tolerance Analysis) | Ep 240

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Are you quick to abandon exercises that don't feel quite right? Maybe bench press bothers your shoulders, rows don't hit your back, or squats just feel unstable.

The typical advice is to "just find another exercise." But before you give up on a movement that could be great for your goals, there's an engineering solution you need to try.

You'll learn how the engineering concept of Tolerance Analysis reveals why small, systematic modifications can transform problematic exercises into some of your best movements - all while maintaining proper form principles.

Discover how to methodically test exercise variations, know exactly which variables you can adjust (and by how much), and determine when modifications will work versus when you truly need a different exercise.

Whether you're dealing with discomfort, poor muscle engagement, or exercises that just don't feel right, this episode gives you a systematic approach to optimize movements for YOUR body.

Main Takeaways:

• Maintain fundamental movement principles while making small adjustments
• Use systematic testing to find the right variations for your body
• Small, precise modifications often make the biggest difference
• Know when to modify versus when to move on to different exercises

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