Physical Versus Technical Adaptation
An often overlooked aspect in skill training/learning, especially in the physical realm. Think of it as installing hardware versus downloading software.
Any skill you're trying to learn, you can take a good look to see what it is you lack. People often confuse their lack of skill for a lack of strength/condtioning/power, etc.
Do you actually need to get stronger to learn the skill? Or do you just need to get better?
Sometimes the two are the same, and other times they have very little to do with each other.
Sometimes you need a combination of both to do the job.
Why is this important to know? Because technical adaptations can happen a lot faster than physical ones. You can make massive technical improvements in a relatively short time with good coaching, whereas it will take much longer for your body to physically adapt to the stimulus placed upon it.
Understanding this difference can help you save time and make your training much more efficient.
Some examples to ponder:
Will strengthening your hand/wrist improve your handwriting? Unlikely.
Stronger/bigger biceps won't make you a better juggler(unless you are trying to juggle chainsaws or shot puts).
Increased shoulder strength mght help you thow further but won't improve your aim.
No amount of hollow holds will help you hold your handstand longer.
Stronger and more flexible shoulders/hips may improve your handstand skills, but only with proper application.
Will jumping higher improve your backflips? Yes, but so will better technique, positioning, and timing.
Improving your 100m time or olynpic lifts? That's probably going to require improving your technique and getting stronger/more powerful.
Anyway, just a couple ideas to thnk about. I see a lot of people thinking they need to get stronger when in reality they just need to get better.