I may have a slightly different definition of "elegance" than most - and its origin is oddly enough, Computer Science! In CS, sometimes we talk about elegant code, or an elegant system. And this is essentially something like a large task accomplished with as few keystrokes, or as few lines of code or even characters as possible. One of my favorite college computer science … [Read more...] about Elegance and Efficiency
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A Simple Strategy for Healthy Eating
Ah, excuses... gotta love them - actually I do love to hear people's excuses because whenever I hear them, they give me ideas for blog posts! Also, it makes me think about my own excuses for things and how to overcome them. So yes, keep whining and giving me excuses :) Did you know I've been writing a cookbook of sorts? It's part cookbook, part stategy, part "truth or … [Read more...] about A Simple Strategy for Healthy Eating
Gift Guide for the Kettlebell Enthusiast in Your Life
It's notoriously difficult and probably annoying to shop for someone like me. If I really really want something, that means I may have already purchased it, or its so exorbitantly expensive that I'd never even think to ask anyone for it. Ever. Pair that with the fact that for over a year I've been systematically getting rid of anything extraneous*, am excessively … [Read more...] about Gift Guide for the Kettlebell Enthusiast in Your Life
Catching Up… Pictures of Somewhat Random Things
It's been pretty all business all the time, but I just wanted to take a second and make a random stuff post - First Off - if you're on my Beyond Organic team, or are thinking of joining (because you should - it's tasty, awesome and fun) I came up with a cheap and easy idea to help you promote your business. I found a stack of laser printer labels in my closet (typical return … [Read more...] about Catching Up… Pictures of Somewhat Random Things
What’s the FitFluential Thing? A Heart to Heart and 7 Tips for Starting Your Fitness Journey
If you've been on twitter this weekend, last week etc - you may have seen me toss around a strange almost-word: "FitFluential." For those of you wondering what in the world that is - here's the official description: FitFluential is a nationwide network of fitness enthusiasts sharing their journey both online and offline via multiple social media platforms. FitFluential is … [Read more...] about What’s the FitFluential Thing? A Heart to Heart and 7 Tips for Starting Your Fitness Journey
Girya Girl’s Top 5 List of SECRET INGREDIENTS!!!
My local friends know I'm always in search of interesting things to eat - and with that in mind... here we go! 5: Organic Tuscan Herb Infused Olive Oil from The Ancient Olive Drizzle this and a little vinegar over salad greens and you've got an instant salad. Saute mushrooms in it - toss with steamed green beans and walnut pieces - add a swirl of it to the top of your … [Read more...] about Girya Girl’s Top 5 List of SECRET INGREDIENTS!!!
The Satisfaction of Fixing What’s Broken
Some of you who hang out with me in real life may or may not have noticed that I have an interesting habit - partially born of 12 years of economic ups and downs as an entrepreneur, partially from being stubborn, picky, and just a little bit snooty. I'm one of those people who gets their shoes repaired instead of buying new, who buys replacement parts for small appliances, … [Read more...] about The Satisfaction of Fixing What’s Broken
Outdoor Workout – Repurpose Your Local Fit Trail!
I'm technically "between programs" right now as I figure out the next strategy other than the usual general physical maintanence, get stronger, etc. That plus having too much fun with the Convict Conditioning progressions (got past my mental barrier with the walking down the wall bridges, and of course am now totally addicted to doing them), and being introduced to MovNat a … [Read more...] about Outdoor Workout – Repurpose Your Local Fit Trail!
The Shopping Trip….
Laughing about what I bought yesterday - basically a whole bunch of things that I eat regularly - and had run out or low on - then realized it was a carload of what I "run on."* Here's a short list - and since many of these things are habitually consumed, some are purchased in bulk. I'm already figuring out how much ground grass fed beef I eat in a typical week (it's … [Read more...] about The Shopping Trip….
Squash Week Day 6-7 and Conclusion
Ok - sorry I slacked out there for a couple days - the MovNat experience workshop on Saturday, and general craziness on Sunday made for a little interruption on the posting here. I apologize for that, but it seems like many of you were outside and enjoying the great weather many of us had this weekend. As one to never skip out on my duties or promises, here's the last little … [Read more...] about Squash Week Day 6-7 and Conclusion
