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Instead of limiting focus to specific outcomes like sheer muscle size or strength, Eugene’s method encompasses five areas: hypertrophy, strength, power, mobility, and endurance. This comprehensive approach allows for simultaneous development across different fitness aspects, ultimately leading to a resilient and functional body.
While the integration of these elements may seem like an ambitious endeavor, Eugene clarifies that the challenge is to strike a balance. Training across various dimensions can be effective if structured intelligently, allowing individuals to gain substantial benefits even when resources—like time—are limited.
Core Principles of Minimalism in Strength Training
Eugene identifies three core principles that form the backbone of a minimalist training program: