Which is worse: having no goal or having a dumb goal? Ever think about that? Do goals stress you out? They would really be a huge waste of time except for the fact that they work. Unless they are dumb goals and that is the reason for this post. Some people have an odd nebulous […]
Category: Exercise Equipment
Post 93: Mindset: Do I Have What It Takes To Get You In Shape?
Do I have what it takes to get you in shape? The idea of this blog comes from Natalie Sisson of the Suitcase Entrepreneur. I am taking part in the 30 day blog challenge. Why? Well because this blog has been patchy and sporadic at best and I need to get better at it. So […]
Post 91: Be Wary Of Anything That Is Too Complicated
“Be Wary of anything that seems too complicated. Be More Wary of anyone making something simple more complicated.” Wise words and I wish I knew who said them first. What I do know is that for most people out there and by most I mean 90-95% getting in shape is pretty basic. I realize […]
Post 85: Fat is Your Friend
There I said it and I stand by it. Fat is indeed your friend. We owe our existence to the fact that our bodies have learned to convert excess calories to fat. It all starts back here. caveman diet How often do you think this guy ate? How many calories did he expend in search […]
Post 66: How Much Do You Know About Strength?
So you think you know about strength eh? Well take this quiz and lets see how you do. The following information is taken from Men’s Health Power Training by Robert dos Remedios , MA, CSCS By the way, this is an excellent book. Don’t let the “Men’s Health” throw you. This is a serious book. […]
Beginning Kettlebell Training for Women
KettleBell Training For Women I found a great article by Lauren Brooks on www.Dragondoor.com. Let me just say this, if you get intrigued by kettlebells and what they can do for you, there is no better resource than Dragon Door. P.S. On the right hand side of this blog is an ad for Onnit. Check […]
An Ugly Kettlebell Circuit For Legs
Ready to get ugly? Kettle bells circuits are, in my opinion, the best type of circuit you can do. They are unforgiving. If your form starts breaking down, you will pay for it. So unlike other types of circuits,these demand your full attention. This is an ugly, ugly circuit for those of you who want […]
Post 54: Vacation Training
I just got back from vacation and I want to thank all the people at the Massanutten resort for not going to the gym. It is a great thing ( for me ) to go on vacation and have a gym all to myself. yeah I know that is selfish but after all i am […]
Post 47: Full Body Circuit Workout #3 Squat Jumps
Here is a great circuit that is total body with heavy emphasis on the legs. it doesn’t require a lot of equipment so it is perfect for in home training.Equipment needed: Exercise ball Dumbbells for Rows and bicep curls. Substitute band rows or chin-ups if you want. As with all circuits the idea is to […]
Post 40: Fast Friday Workout
I am right in the middle of two appointments so forgive me if this is quick and to the point. This is a great workout if you have about 20 minutes and need to hit the entire body. Do this as a circuit and only rest after one round is complete. As always, do as […]