I've been asked about my shopping list, so I figured I'd use today's post to present you with my must have items. I keep all of these foods in heavy rotation and find myself upset when they are not near. All other foods I can go without for extended periods of time. I buy organic whenever possible. I’m leaving out the items that I buy for my boys; I'll address that ball of … [Read more...]
How to Eat Wisely While Traveling
Traveling can cause even the most dedicated, disciplined eater to stray off course. Here’s a pretty natural unfolding of events. You arrive in a foreign city, and your body’s clock is off. You've been stuck on an airplane and taken the strong, bold step of avoiding snacks at the airport, assuming you’ll grab a meal first thing upon arrival. But you ate breakfast at 6:00 am … [Read more...]
My Top 10 Workout Songs
Workout classes blast their sound systems for a reason, folks. Music enhances your training sessions. Your favorite tunes are capable of subconsciously encouraging you to train harder and distracting you from pain. From the New York Times in 2010: Multiple experiments have found that music increases a person’s subjective sense of motivation during a workout, and also … [Read more...]
Answering Your Questions
I appreciate all the great questions. Take a look at my previous posts if you’re curious about supplements, general workout routines or how I structure my workout days. Jeremy asks, "Gabe, can you give us an example a sample one day diet outline for yourself?" Love this question. Here's an ideal day. 6:45am: Tall glass of water with organic lemon. 7:00am: Another tall … [Read more...]
Enjoying Life’s Pleasures - Alcohol and Fitness
Dear inquisitive and intelligent drinker, Liquor is like cheesecake - rich and delectable, an extraordinary sensory experience if the quantity and quality is spot on; downright nauseating if the quality is poor and the amount gluttonous. I can’t think of a single reason why a healthy minded and bodied adult of legal age shouldn’t enjoy these intense pleasures as part of a … [Read more...]