Training & The Proliferation of Bullshit

As usual, haven't updated lately on training. The lower (yet still heavy - relatively speaking of course) weights next week are coming none too soon, I think. While I've managed to hit all my weights, it is getting tougher, though of course it is supposed to. That said, my impaired recovery (due to lack of sleep) is doing me no favors. But I digress. Hit 315x5 on squat Monday, which is basically a PR. I hit 320x4 years back. 260x5 on bench this Saturday could get pretty hairy, but I got 255 last week, and while difficult, it wasn't a complete max effort. I remain confident.

The Proliferation of Bullshit
As I have mentioned before, I'm a huge fan of the Opie & Anthony show. Recently, they had Dr. Ian Smith on, who came in to promote his new book "Super Shred." While I won't go into all of the ridiculousness he spewed, I will just note this - why are people, most of all DOCTORS, allowed to peddle nonsense?! It's shit like that that has the nation completely confused as to how to lose weight. How about this - come out and simply tell everyone LESS FUCKING CALORIES. DO THIS FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME AND LOSE WEIGHT. I realize that doesn't move product, however.
While that is a specific, it's an unfortunate reality of the capitalist system. Now listen, I'm all for the free market. However, the issue arises when popularity and noise rules the day over actual substance. And, as you've hopefully noticed, that is what rules. Those with the most money can figure out how to make the cheapest product, spend more money to make more noise, sell more product, and continue making noise. It's a vicious cycle I don't see ending anytime soon.
The Golden Rule, while perhaps idealist, is still golden for a reason. I'm not religious in any way, but still see value in treating others as you wish to be treated. If you were to fuck over others who make a living doing the same, they no doubt would not be happy. And yet, those same assholes have no problem doing so! Ugh, my hope for the human race simply dwindles nearly daily...