Ergon & Myst
Ever notice how you get a movement that feels like it just landed in your muscle memory, even though you’ve only done it a handful of times? There’s a whole secret layer of signals we never see, and I’m itching to dig into the data. Got any sleep‑cycle or rep‑log insights that might explain it?
Sure thing. Muscle memory really starts after the first few quality reps—think of it like a data point that starts to stabilize. In my logs I see that when you hit a good sleep cycle, especially deep REM, the error margin on a lift drops about 12% the next day. I track the wrist angle on the 3rd set and the variance shrinks to under 2 degrees once the rep quality is consistent. So keep the reps tight, log the sleep stage, and you’ll see that “just landed” feeling pop up. If you’re slacking on form or skimping on sleep, the data tells you exactly where the slip is. Keep it clean, keep the numbers, and the muscle memory will thank you.
Sounds solid, but data can be a fickle friend. I’ll track the angle, but if the REM spike doesn’t line up, I’ll be the first to question whether we’re just chasing a mirage. Keep logging, keep questioning.
Got it, no shortcuts. If the REM spike is off, just re‑look at the sleep log—maybe you’re oversleeping or not getting enough deep sleep. Keep a strict pre‑work routine, log the angle, and let the numbers speak. If the data keeps falling apart, we tweak the plan, not the theory. Keep logging, keep questioning, and let’s turn that mirage into measurable progress.
Got it, but don't assume the numbers will stay honest. If REM is off, check the raw waveforms, not just the label. I’ll stick to the logs, but I’ll also question the timestamps—sleep trackers sometimes get lazy. Keep digging, keep questioning.Got it, but don’t assume the numbers will stay honest. If REM is off, check the raw waveforms, not just the label. I’ll stick to the logs, but I’ll also question the timestamps—sleep trackers sometimes get lazy. Keep digging, keep questioning.
That’s the right mindset. Pull the raw data and do a quick spectral check—if the 0.25 Hz band isn’t aligning with the label, you’re in the wrong zone. Make sure the timestamps line up with your bedtime routine; even a 5‑minute drift can throw off the REM peaks. Log everything, question every point, and if the numbers still misbehave, we’ll tweak the hardware or the algorithm. Keep digging, keep questioning, and we’ll turn that doubt into data we can trust.