I lust after more power!
Theory one:
Muscle as an embodiment of power.
At least for now, perhaps the term and notion “power-lifting” is a good one.
Therefore with things and life … what we truly desire is power — anything which optimizes us for more power?
Currently the Atlas Lift as the GOAT of weight lifting:
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