Anyone who knows me in real like knows how much I love a good experiment. Having made my science fair debut at age 5, I've been on a life-long quest for all kinds of answers. Early highlights include (reworded, obviously): reciprocity of smiling, acidity and plant growth/survival, and of course all the undocumented backyard efforts. Still one of my favorites, was some … [Read more...] about An Experiment…. Hardstyle Dog Training or More Reasons NOT to Practice Mistakes
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Fun with the new Convict Conditioning Push Up DVD and Manual Set… and Tiger Bend Push Ups!
I posted a full written review on the Dragon Door website, (Check it out here, and no surprise, I really really dig this DVD!) While I won't be training on The Rock (Alcatraz) any time soon, it sure is a neat concept for the video.... can't wait to see the other ones. One day... ONE DAY I will do the one arm push up - :) … [Read more...] about Fun with the new Convict Conditioning Push Up DVD and Manual Set… and Tiger Bend Push Ups!
A Little Heads Up on Some Exciting Stuff!
Heya, just a short one today and full of links and reminders... First off, you have until March 9th to get the discounted price on the one of a kind, intensive, limited registrationSuper Human Training Workshop with modern strength legends, Bud Jeffries and Logan Christopher. Discover how you can accomplish your own feats of strength, and apply this strong thinking and … [Read more...] about A Little Heads Up on Some Exciting Stuff!
Heavy Stuff…. A Workout with Laurel Blackburn RKC Level 2 at Tallahassee Kettlebells
Good friend and fellow RKC Level 2 Instructor, Laurel Blackburn and I had a whole lot of fun this past weekend at her gym. She'd had a HUGE week - when she donated a training session to the Tallahassee Police TAC team - they showed up and apparently so did the press, and the local news, and and... it sounded like if someone had showed up with a food truck, Tallahassee … [Read more...] about Heavy Stuff…. A Workout with Laurel Blackburn RKC Level 2 at Tallahassee Kettlebells
KB swings
Good Morning Everyone, I have a general question about swings.......If I do swings only, will that improve general fitness and lose weight? I'm thinking of doing 100-200 a day. Thanks Michael … [Read more...] about KB swings
Excuses are Incredibly Dangerous for You and Other People Too!
Think before you pass the blame. Seriously. Are you unhappy with some particular aspect of your life? Fitness? Money issues? Relationships? Or whatever else? Listen to the "voices in your head." What are they saying? Are they passing the blame? Are they arguing aggravating or mitigating circumstances?* I know a lot of people who blame their problems on things … [Read more...] about Excuses are Incredibly Dangerous for You and Other People Too!
At Long Last – the CONTEST….
OK! So I finally decided what you all need to do in order to be entered into the GiryaGirl.com 2012 Food Lifestyle Prize Pack Contest thingy... You have to answer a whole lot of questions... ESSAY QUESTIONS! And I don't want incomplete goof off answers either - do it RIGHT or it won't get into the drawing. ONLY 100 people will be able to participate - so make sure you … [Read more...] about At Long Last – the CONTEST….
Getting Caught Up a Little – Recipes, My Beyond Organic Order, Book Reviews
If it looks cool after editing, then there will be a video to go with this, but I didn't want you to have to wait - as I've already eaten at least 2 tons of this Turbo Tuna Salad ... you know, to test it out, make sure its good enough for you guys. Right? Anyway - check out the tuna salad that contains probiotics, superfoods, a ton of protein and more: Turbo Tuna … [Read more...] about Getting Caught Up a Little – Recipes, My Beyond Organic Order, Book Reviews
Fitness Conspiracy Theories and How To Fight Back!
It's funny - every time I hint about a "conspiracy theory," many of you perk up, some of you text, some email, some even call! If I'm ever feeling lonely, I really know what to do. HA. I don't have a case of the lonelies today, but I did want to get your attention and tell you some of my theories and why they are so insidious. And also how YOU can be smart and beat... THEM. … [Read more...] about Fitness Conspiracy Theories and How To Fight Back!
Abstract goals and the road to strength
It used to annoy the heck out of me when I'd meet someone presently or formerly very successful in their technical or artistic field (a former newscaster, various artists, filmmakers, writers, programmers, etc.) and upon asking them about what they did, they'd come back with some kind of abstract answer like: "I'm a Storyteller." Problem was, I didn't get it at the time. Now … [Read more...] about Abstract goals and the road to strength
