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The Mind is Primary

The mind is primary in any physical endeavor. Most often the mind drags the body –struggling behind it – very rarely the opposite. It has been shown in many instances that when spirit and moral is improved, superior physical performance … Continue reading →

Constantly Varied 2.0

The term “constantly varied” is not simply defined as “random” when applied to strength and conditioning. Even as a hallmark buzzword used in CrossFit, this term can have a dramatic impact when implemented properly, and can have enormous impact on … Continue reading →

Sleep, Recovery, and Weight Gain

SLEEP!! It is the most valued commodity we have – and for the most part – we all get far too little of it. In fact, most of us sleep too little, and are stressed too much. As with our … Continue reading →

Understanding your ‘sweet tooth’

  You ever wonder why we have a “sweet tooth” ? Our body yearns for sweet foods, but it is not supposed to be chocolate, soda, or sugar. It yearns for naturally sweet foods that are rich in Vitamin C. … Continue reading →

The Wisdom of Fight Club

Let’s be honest – most people simply work to live.  We grab a hold of the elements in our day jobs that get us excited, maybe even justify the drudgery of our existence to help maintain our sanity.  Often times, … Continue reading →

Rest And Digest

The key for optimum health is a proper balance between the parasympathetic nervous system (PSNS) and the sympathetic nervous system (SNS). The sympathetic nervous system is what activates the “flight or fight” response. It is triggered by stress and fear, … Continue reading →

What is our true nature?

I recently watched a documentary titled, “I AM”. It was an engaging non-fiction film by filmmaker Tom Shadyac. He is one of Hollywood’s leading comedy filmmakers, force behind “Ace Ventura,” “Liar Liar,” and “Bruce Almighty.” But in this film he … Continue reading →

The Movement Snack

During the workday we constantly break up our days with different activities: trip to the restroom, coffee break, a small snack in the lunchroom, a sip of water. Well, there is now an innovative and exciting way to break up … Continue reading →

Making Your Exercise Practical

I LOVE the word “practical.” It embodies everything I need from a movement; something that directly carries over to a real world event. The term “functional” has lost meaning and been exploited by nay-sayers, trends, and info-mercial salesman. So, let’s … Continue reading →

What Are You Feeding Your Kids?

A recent article about the “10 Worst Cereals for Kids,” by TIME Magazine, got me thinking…WHAT are we feeding our kids?!?! It’s no secret that almost over 40% of America’s population is either obese or overweight, and that Type II … Continue reading →