I’ll start by saying: "Get your minds out of the gutter! It’s nothing like that!"

I’m using Alton Brown’s starter (aren’t they all pretty much the same?).

Before I use it or feed it (if I’m not using it that week) I run the stick blender in the jar for a bit to get it nice and smooth and pourable.

Am I hurting myself by doing this? The bread always turns out great, so I don’t think I am. Just curious.