I feel like it had almost no effect on my life.

Depends on the job a great deal. I can’t use the same words to talk to customers as I can my coworkers.

If those are the only arm workouts you’re doing, you’re really just working your triceps. Need some pulling motions for the bi’s.

But it is a bridge

There is no US law requiring you to talk to cops. About crimes you might have committed or witnessed. You could be forced to testify in court but never to a police officer.