You can listen to this article. Use the player below, download the MP3, or use iTunes. I never expected to have the desire to deadlift 225 pounds for 20 reps, let alone actually achieve that goal. But today, I finally did it. A quick aside for those who will say, “ThiS DoeSN’t couNt beCauSE the BaR didN’t COme to a dEaD sTop,” allow me to respond. First, I don’t care. Second, I’m …
Titan Fitness Linebacker Squat Landmine Attachment Review
I’ve had the Titan Fitness Linebacker Squat Landmine Attachment and Landmine Stand for a couple years. Because I’ve received numerous questions about them when people see them in my workouts, I thought it was time to give a proper review. Please note I purchased this equipment and I was not asked by Titan Fitness to write a review. Affiliate links are used for the products discussed …
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“Feeling Like It” Isn’t a Requirement
You can listen to this article. Use the player below, download the MP3, or use iTunes. Most of the time I look forward to my workouts. Not only do I enjoy the physical challenge they present, but they’re meditative. When I start a workout, I shove everything else out of my mind and focus on the task at hand. It’s a welcoming breath of fresh air that allows me to decompress. And then there …
Health and Fitness Should Make You Feel Good About Yourself
You can listen to this article. Use the player below, download the MP3, or use iTunes. A health and fitness regimen should make you feel good about yourself. Yes, that sounds like a common sense statement, however … Obsession; deprivation; frustration; guilt. Those are not words that make you feel good about yourself, and we certainly wouldn’t choose to experience those feelings. But …
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Titan Fitness Seated Leg Curl and Extension Machine Review
It’s always exciting to add a new piece of equipment to my home gym. It can be a bit less fun when you spend your hard-earned money on something that ends up being a disappointment, and even more fun when something turns out to be better than expected. Which one was the Titan Fitness seated leg curl and extension machine? You’ll find out in this review. Please note, I purchased this machine …
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You Don’t Have to Love Every Part of Your Body
You can listen to this article. Use the player below, download the MP3, or use iTunes. The health and fitness industry profits off the insecurities of women. Conveniently, many people and companies eagerly offer to sell us the solution. “You hate that fat on your body? Take this pill!”; “Unsightly cellulite on your thighs? Try this cream and simple procedure!”; “Hate seeing yourself in the …
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Struggling with Nutrition? Try This.
You can listen to this article. Use the player below, download the MP3, or use iTunes. Nutrition. It can be confusing. It can be tremendously frustrating. If you’re currently caught in the wake of a diet-gone-wrong or you struggle to adhere to nutrition guidelines, try this simple exercise. For the next seven days, write down everything you eat and drink. And by …
It’s Not Just About Workout Performance
You can listen to this article. Use the player below, download the MP3, or us iTunes. Something must be made clear. As much as I love hitting personal records, steadily improving workout performance, and answering the “What else can I do?” question, do not forget that wins come in many different forms. They are not exclusive to performance improvements and personal records, changes in …
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