Everyone loves a good, gruesome workout. You feel accomplished afterwards, you’ve got the endorphins flowing, but what next? Is it a protein shake? Is it a full meal? What about before the workout? What fueled you during those intense bicep curls? There is a lot that goes into … [Read more...]
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Running: Everyone’s favorite form of exercise
No, running is not everyone’s favorite form of exercise. The mindless jarring forward with little-to-no reprieve can last fifteen, twenty or thirty minutes before a solid, worthwhile distance run is knocked out for the day. By the end, you’re out of breath, sweaty and, if you … [Read more...]
Rockwell Coliseum Fit Kryptek Yeti | Tracking without the tether
I was given the opportunity to try out the Rockwell Coliseum Fit watch. Previous to this I had never heard or Rockwell Time before but after doing a little research I was eager to give it a go. I have been looking for a fitness watch that I didn't have to link to my phone so the … [Read more...]
Old Man Fitness: Establishing a fitness baseline
I’ve been asked on multiple occasions over the years what I consider the be a good measuring stick when it comes to fitness, and just about every time, I respond with the same canned answer: fitness is a personal journey, and I’m not here to tell you how to pursue it. I really do … [Read more...]
Old Man Fitness: Body image issues aren’t just for girls anymore
When you hear the phrase “body image,” (particularly when followed by the word “issues”) your brain may immediately associate the concept with an insecure teenage girl, walking through the magazine aisle of her local grocery store. With photoshopped images of hundred pound, … [Read more...]
Why I Never Hit the Gym and What I do Instead
I want fitness in my life but I don’t want exercise to take up too much of my life. So I never hit the gym but I like to maintain a certain physique. For the entirety of my career, I had a rigorous workout routine which meant much of my free time was spent at various gyms. … [Read more...]
10 Fitness and Nutrition Tips to Help Reach Your Goals
If you’re trying to get ready for a military Physical Fitness Test or preparing to go into Boot Camp, Flight or a Police Academy try these simple tips. Challenge yourself to go refined sugar-free 6 days a week. Sweeten your life with lots of fresh fruit! In season, local … [Read more...]