Category: Training Tips and Routines
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Targeted Training for Small Chunks of Time
I remember watching an old gym teacher playing tennis. The old gym teacher stayed practically in one spot and forced his opponent, a young energetic kid, back and forth across the court. Youth can afford wasted effort. But as we have less youth to go around and more responsibilities, we can’t afford the waste—and we…
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A Saturday Workout to Try
On Saturdays, I like to do stuff throughout the day. Usually movement-based stuff. Lately I’ve really gotten into kicking the bag. Man, I love that. I used to watch Bruce Lee do his running side kick and thought it was amazing. Having a good running asset is a tremendous weapon to have up your sleeve!…
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Maximize ROI on Exercise and Eating and Stay Fit and Functional For Life
Parents are busy. We don’t have a lot of time to mess around. We need to be efficient to stay in shape. To be efficient, you need a plan—and eating and an exercise plan. Three Steps to a Fit and Functional Body Following John Tilden’s eating advice Following a movement-based exercise pattern Restructuring your thought…
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Focus on What You’re Doing
People are just not that focused. We’re scattered. Walking and texting. Blaring music and driving. Checking email and trying to work. Watching TV, texting, and talking. People don’t focus. In meetings at work, we see it. The off-hand comment and suddenly everyone loses focus and follows a train of useless banter. Or when we are…
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How to Construct an Exercise Routine
There are a few things that comprise a good training program: Strength and Prowess – Easily carry groceries, luggage, laptops, boxes, furniture, etc. Ability to do pull ups, full squats, sprint, jump, play, etc. Climb trees, run up a hill, pick up a kid and put them overhead, open jars, etc. Flexibility & Mobility –…
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Time Tips for Exercising
Time. Nothing changed my feelings about and awareness of time more than having a kid. I’m sure as Nora gets older it’ll only change more as she gets involved in various activities and develops her interests. Priorities. Regardless of the constraints on time, if I set my priorities, I can achieve that which I want…
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Barbell Strong
After a long hiatus – over a decade – I’m back to the barbell for the majority of my exercises. Bench press, bent over row, military press, squat, deadlift, and shrugs. In less than 6 weeks, I feel twice as strong. I’m not, but thanks to neurological adaptations I’ve added about 20 pounds to all…
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Combating Rounded Shoulders with George Jowett
Recently I read Key to Might and Muscle by George Jowett. One chapter talked about round shoulders. It really spoke to me because as someone who writes and sits at a desk, round shoulders can easily develop—and have.
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The Morning Recharge
A great way to get energized immediately in the morning is to develop a morning recharge. Something that gets you going for the day. Something physical that gets you moving. In fact, your morning recharge can lead right into your exercise, and then your exercise for the day is accomplished. Here are some things I…
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The Minimalist Diet and Exercise Plan
Here is a quick sample plan for making sure you get enough exercise and eat right. The plan consists of three routines: a morning routine, activity routine, and eating routine. Morning Routine The plan starts with the morning routine. Develop a morning routine that you do automatically for the first 5 – 25 minutes of…