Fall, a time to reflect and take action
If you are like me, you enjoy the fall season but also view it with some sadness. There's the joy of seeing the leaves change into...
He SAID what? Part 1: Connecting Actions with Appearance
OK, probably my dumbest title ever. Forgive me. Today’s blog post is about the SAID principle; or Specific Adaptation to Imposed Demands.
Dear Diary, Keeping a Workout Journal
You enter the gym and are about to start your workout, what do you do? Do you start with some squats or presses? Do you go heavy or light? W
Versus Series #2: Optimal Vs. Striving Toward Optimal
Will your training ever be optimal? Likely not. Why? Because life gets in the way. How do you deal with that?
Overcoming Adversity 2017 Part 2
I ended the last blog by saying that I am optimistic about my future. Why? My purpose comes from faith in God. My purpose does not change if
Overcoming Adversity 2017 Part 1
2017 was not a great year for me physically. I realize there are many people who went through far worse. However, I wanted to share my exper
How To: Film Your Lifts for Critique
Filming your lifts is extremely helpful and not just for beginners, even advanced athletes can benefit. Ensure you are using proper form, s
Are pictures the only way?
Are pictures the only way to measure your fitness progress? Pictures are a great tool but they also have many limitations. Other methods ma