Dynamic lifts like squats, snatches, and sprints often headline training programs. However, isometric exercises—static holds where muscles contract without moving—are the key to unlocking your full-strength potential. These powerhouse moves build strength, boost speed, and amplify power, especially when you…
A while back a movie came out that pretty much everyone in my social circle, including me, loved. It got good reviews overall. Some people on the internet thought it was bad though, and box office sales were lower than…
I’ve been trying to do a few things differently in 2025. Specifically, moving towards moments or things that make me uncomfortable. (I don’t mean “times when I am in physical danger,” of course.) But rather, I’m going to run toward…
We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. Sauna bathing is an age-old Nordic tradition that can have huge benefits for your overall wellness. There are a variety of sauna styles available, from the traditional…
The word “fitness” often sparks visions of punishing workouts, restrictive diets, and a daunting packed gym. For many, it’s a four-letter foul-mouthed word wrapped in dread—a task to grit through rather than savor. But what if fitness didn’t have to…
If anyone in my family is reading this—surprise! Don’t tell my niece, of course. My niece turned two last month. When I visited for Thanksgiving, she was really into having me read bedtime stories to her. I like coming up…
So you’re interested in eating only plants, eh? Well, you’ve come to the right place to learn all about it. I’ve seen many people over the years have success with a Plant-Based Diet. Truth be told though, I’ve seen many…
We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. A power rack allows you to safely perform weightlifting exercises like barbell squats and bench presses, without a spotter, in your home gym. Add-on accessories like pull-up bars,…
Preventing abuse in sport is a community effort. It takes the awareness and attention of everyone, from coaches to parents to the athletes themselves. This National Child Abuse Prevention Month, we encourage parents, guardians, and other adults who regularly interact with…
I have a few new year’s resolutions. One is to write an article a week; this, my first article of the year, is about another of them. Many years ago I came up with this idea called the energy journal,…