^ You don't seem to understand why what you're saying is wrong. Think about it a little bit more: even in your example, do you see flyweight boxers fighting heavyweight boxers before matches with boxers in their class? Do you see Tour de France racers training on full-suspension mountain bikes with panniers and backpacks? Why do you think they mimic the conditions they will face as much as humanly possible? Is this a secret you're aware of that world-class athletes and trainers just...aren't?
Dear UKE, I think that my "rationalization" is indeed a better method; this is my opinion on the matter. So yes, I think that "world-class athletes" could benefit greatly from this method. And to be fair I am not sure that this method is as obscure as you paint it out to be. However, both are subjective methods practiced on the basis personal preference. I have had great success with this technique in my life. Again, lets not pretend that I am the only one with a rationalization in this conversation. I am not claiming that my method is the only method, only that I think carrying a 10-pound lock will actually increase the power of the rider so that he or she can exert his or herself more than without the 10 pounds.
Respectfully
Jack