Since the start of Bodyshop Athletics X, I've learned a lot about running a business. It's been fun, but it is a up and down. There are times when things are going great, and before you have time to smile, something else just went sideways. That's not a complaint. Of course it would be awesome if things were always up, but that's not realistic. I get a kick out of learning, adjusting, planning and overcoming. But in order to do that, you have to be willing to start and adjust as you move along. Bodyshop X has had to do that. Start, and adjust as we move along.
The weight lifting parallel-
When I started weightlifting, I thought I would get it right away. There are a lot of things I've done, that I was able to pick up fairly easily. Weightlifting is not one of them. But the key is I started it. As I've progressed as a weightlifter, my start position has changed numerous times. I've adjusted my hand position. The catch in my jerk has changed. I haven't been lifting long, so I've had conversation and trained with other lifters and coaches who have lifted longer than I have. It was reassuring to hear, that those changes are fairly acceptable. Because there are so many moving parts, as one area improves it requires an adjustment in others. ie, I started out with a narrow snatch grip because I was not strong in over head position and my mobility was terrible. I'm not tall, but by weightlifting standards I'm long, so my snatch grip position should have been wider to decrease the distance the bar has to travel. At a seminar I attended, Coach Wilkes, suggested I move my snatch grip out wider. It was difficult in the beginning, but the adjustment has been beneficial.
Both scenarios (among others) have made the point clear to me. Being perfect shouldn't be the barrier to starting something. Be aware that consistent change is going to occur. As time passes you get stronger, learn new techniques, and new strategies. Applying the adjustments can some times seem tough, but worth the effort.