This is the normal person’s guide for training the pull-up. It’s not a program with the end goal of 25 unbroken strict one-arm pull-ups. I’d also say this won’t be a valuable resource for you if you *can’t yet do 2 pull-ups. But, if you can manage a few pull-ups at a time, […]
6 Ideas to Keep Things Interesting at the Gym
For those of you who have been reading each week, you’ll be relieved to know that I’m letting up a bit on my density and intensity for today. No rabbit-holes, no extended metaphors, no rants. Rather, just a run-down of some things I’ve been doing in the gym. Ya know, in the event that you’d […]
How to Look Good Naked (The Minimalist’s Guide)
Shh… Are you ready for this? I’m about to answer the 2nd most pertinent question in the universe. (The first of which is obviously How do they get the cars in the shopping malls?) So straighten up, skooch to the edge of your seat, and perk up those lovely little ears of yours. Consider this a PG […]
Why being strong is about more than aesthetics
Do you ever find yourself so focused on losing weight that you ignore building strength and muscle? If you’ve been preoccupied with weight-loss, doing whatever it takes to get the scale to drop, I’m here to give you fresh motivation to prioritize resistance training. Diet and traditional cardio exercise certainly have their roles, but being […]
Why your workouts should suck [sometimes]
Today, I’m going straight for the amygdala. Or maybe the nucleus accumbens…or the ventral tegmental area…or the cerebellum…or maybe I’m going straight for the pituitary gland? [Believe it or not, I’m not a brain surgeon, so I’m not exactly sure. BUT, I’ve heard these parts regulate pleasure, so I figure I’ll cover all my bases.] Wrap […]