Sleep.

Fascinating article about the scientific benefits and purpose of sleep! See the original article link here.   Goodnight. Sleep Clean. By Maria Konnikova  JAN. 11, 2014 SLEEP seems like a perfectly fine waste of time. Why would our bodies evolve to spend close to one-third of our lives completely out of it, when we could […]

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A heartfelt complement

“…If you delight in existence, You will become a guide To those who need you, Revealing the path to many.” – Sutta Nipata A friend sent this to me, it meant a lot…

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Happiness

“Those who are not looking for happiness are the most likely to find it, because those who are searching forget that the surest way to be happy is to seek happiness for others.” MLK

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Massage for Recovery

We all love getting massages, here’s proof that massage therapy works and can speed recovery times after hard workout… Muscle massage may speed healing Molecular benefits to rubbing overworked areas include reduced inflammation By Nathan Seppa March 10th, 2012; Vol.181 #5 (p. 17)  Offering a modern take on an age-old remedy, scientists report that the satisfaction one […]

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Athena Bars don’t be afraid of calories

Athena Bars: dont be afraid of calories 1/2 cup Agave 1/2 cup Peanut butter (Or Almond if you prefer) 1/2 cup egg whites 1/4 cup coconut oil 1 tsp vanilla 1 egg 1 cup hemp hearts 1 cup choc chips 4 scoops whey protein powder 1 cup oats (use GF if you need to) 1/2 […]

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Eat more fat

I’m not the first and I certainly won’t be the last to say it: don’t be scared of eating fat.  In fact, it is essential to our health for multiple reasons, and it’s important to understand the differences between the various types of fats that we can get obtain from our diets.  Omega-3 essential fatty […]

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Video Killed the Radio Star

Some of you may remember that old song by the Buggles, if not Google it. Technology marks progression, we adapt and change however as is apparent in today’s America not all change and adaptation is good. What happened? What happened to people and families going outside? What happened to people enjoying the satisfaction of learning […]

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Pumpkin Pancakes

Wheat free, gluten free, dairy free, high protein pancakes! Carolyn’s Pumpkin Pancake Recipe I love pumpkin pancakes, you can eliminate pumpkin, add fresh blueberries, applesauce (6oz) or even a little yogurt (6oz). Ingredients: Bob’s Red Mill – Gluten Free (wheat and dairy free too) Pancake Mix is the easiest. Follow directions for pancakes on bag […]

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Respect for your elders

I’m not going off on this one because I’m 45, really it’s just something you realize more and more as you “mature”. There are a lot of athletes who are still going hard in their 50’s, 60’s, 70’s and on; some gave up.  What many may not realize yet, is that it does get harder, […]

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Be Brave

Don’t let a single moment or a single day slip by, life goes fast, then even faster. Live, face your fears, be brave, be passionate, only you are in control of your destiny, love those close to you and show them you care, not much else matters.

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In the Gym December 18th

10:00 warm up 2 × 8 shoulder openers 2 x 5 cuban press 3 × 5 wall squats 2×10 Good Morning 2×10 Bent Over row Then: 3x (Heavy) RDL 5x Front, lateral, Reverse Fly X6 Rounds, Rest 1-2 minutes between rounds Then: 10x Med ball sit toss or single arm weighted situp 10x Side Plank […]

In the Gym December 16th

Strength #14 10:00 warm up 2 × 8 shoulder openers 2 x 5 cuban press 3 × 5 wall squats 2×10 Frog Hops Then: 30m (Heavy) Sled Push 10x Deck Squats X5 Rounds, rest 1 minute in between rounds Then: 8x Flying burpee 10x Anchored Leg Lowers 60 sec superhero hold (hold weights in hands […]

In the Gym December 13th

10:00 warm up 2 × 8 shoulder openers 2 x 5 cuban press 3 × 5 wall squats 3×6 Goblet Squats 2×5 KB OH press and stretch (Can do half kneeling if more comfortable) Then: 5x Back squat (Pause at 3 points on the lower. Power up. Can use chains if appropriate) 5x Single KB […]