You don’t have to limp around after exercising to be assured you had a fruitful workout. Pain does not necessarily equal gain.As a teenager, I assessed my workouts based on my subsequent level of soreness. I assumed if I was gingerly walking around the day after a tough training session, I was getting bigger and stronger. I was mistaken. From muscleevo.net: Exercise can … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2014
Open Thread - Week 7
Welcome back to our open thread. Let’s get straight to the action.M. squared writes: Kap-How often are you eating meat per week?Any cardiovascular concerns..?Have you ever flushed this out with a heart doc?Today you spoke of a planned indulgence… Were you referring to the bun and beer? All of the other stuff seemed within scope (grass fed ground beef, sweet … [Read more...]
Addicted to Praise
Abraham Lincoln: Don't worry when you are not recognized, but strive to be worthy of recognition. Abe had the right idea, but someone always recognizes superior work. You will be better served in the long run by letting someone else acknowledge your contributions. In the working world and in relationships, pointing out your own value does more harm than good. If you … [Read more...]
Red Cabbage
I’m sure you’ve seen the commercials for the pills and gels promising to reduce the symptoms of “low T.” “It’s just a number,” they say, then promise increased muscle and bone mass, elevated mood, more energy and a whole host of other benefits. Sounds appealing.Perhaps you can skip the pills. I have an alternate solution.Red cabbage.I’ve got your attention now, … [Read more...]
Traveling? Get Outside
I’m on the road right now for World Series pre- and post-game coverage with my FOX team. Travel can present unique challenges to our well-being, so I work harder to stay on point when I’m away from home.How often do you travel for business and find yourself eating meals in your room or the hotel restaurant? Perhaps you wake up, hit the fitness center, hop in the shower and … [Read more...]