Balancing Training vs. Recreational Activities

[Tony_Stark]

Hey Everyone,

For the past roughly 5-6 months I have started to train to be a competitive powerlifter. However in the last 2 weeks a lot of things have happened in my life to make me rearrange my goals. I still eventually want to compete but not anytime soon and I love training using the Westside Method. However, I am looking to loose BF and pick up many of the activities that I have put aside in the quest to be a powerlifter, in particular golf. I am just curious about people's opinions on how they balance their training vs. recreational activities? I understand that by not fully focusing on powerlifting right now I will not be getting the gains I could especially if I plan to cut soon but I wish to get more involved in other recreational activities as well.

Any Thoughts?

Tony

[GqArtguy]

Golf sucks.


Cut back on training (ie lift 3 days a week instead of 4) or cut some volume. Golf on the weekends or whatever. If you enjoy it, do it.

[eastcoastsurfer]

Do both. Unless you're golfing everyday you should still have time to get to the gym 4 times/week or so. The main issue with golf isn't the physical requirements (unless you're walking) it's how much time it takes to play.

I think in the end it does depend on what extra recreational activities you're doing. If I'm planning to golf, I won't think twice about working out prior to going. On the other hand, basketball I wouldn't do on the same day as legs and surfing I wouldn't lift at all the same day.

[Tony_Stark]

Thanks Guys,

Yeah that is pretty much how i feel about it...golf isnt that physically demanding so I should be ok...I just feel like by limiting myself to powerlifting right now isn't the best decision for me...I love it but I want to play golf and be more active in general

Tony