Making exercise harder seems like a silly idea. Isn’t it already hard? You need to make time for it, endure the discomfort, and sometimes wake up the next morning and find it difficult to get out of bed. Yes, Shane, … Read More
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Do Less of This And More Of That
Do less of this and more of that could refer to anything. It could be eating less candy and more fiber, but it’s not. Who really wants to eat less candy? The headline refers to an abstract idea, similar to … Read More
Age-Proof Your Strength with Power Training
Staying strong and youthful as we age isn’t a luxury—it’s essential. Strength training is excellent, but incorporating power training into your workouts is the cherry on top of your ice cream sundae. Power training focuses on explosive movements that improve … Read More
How to Make Exercise a Habit
How many bad habits do I have? Let me count the ways. If I were to write an article about bad habits, we would be here for a while. Instead, let’s discuss how to make exercise a habit. The physical … Read More
Make Fitness Fun Again
It’s an oxymoron to combine fitness and fun. When you’re thinking of fun stuff to do, grinding on the treadmill or the squat rack doesn’t come to mind. Although some may find those fun, they’re in the minority. I often … Read More
How To Get A Fitness Mindset
Are you familiar with the term ‘own worst enemy’? Some of that comes down to your mindset. Mindset is the set of attitudes a person holds. Oh, attitude — I have plenty of that — but there’s no need for … Read More
Putting In The Work
“Putting in the work” means dedicating consistent effort to reach a goal, whether it’s in a job, a relationship, or personal growth. I know it’s an exciting start, but it’s essential to get a working definition when a term means … Read More
4 Best Exercises For The Time-Crunched Adult
If you’re time-crunched, time is something we all want more of or want to slow down. Who wants a disagreement with their partner to slow down? Anyway, time, or lack of it, is often used as an excuse reason for … Read More
The Hardest Part About Getting Hurt
I’ve suffered from many injuries. Pain and I are on a first-name basis. Not the discomfort you feel from working out, but the sharp, stabbing, radiating pain that hits when your lower back says fuck you. Rehabbing and the pain … Read More
Why Minimal Effective Dose Training Works
Staying fit in our busy, time-crunched society is a challenge. Then you need to decide among all the workout options available what you’re going to do. With so many choices, it’s easy to fall into analysis paralysis and never get … Read More