Have you ever watched someone work a yo-yo. The spool goes up and down, but not without a source of power or momentum. If the timing is off during either phase- up or down, the yo-yo fails to continue moving. With practice, this movement and momentum seems to become easier to recreate. The yo-yo then …
Monthly Archive: October 2011
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31
Oct
29
Workout of the Week
Workout As many Rounds as possible in 20 minutes (AMRAP): 5 Box Jumps / Step ups 10 Push ups 15 Sit ups 20 Air squats Box Jumps Stand with the box or step in front of you. Jump up with both feet to the top of the box and fully open your hips. Jump or step …
Oct
28
Oct
27
Feeling Prepared
I’m getting ready for a few competitions this season and one of the things that has haunted me in the past was feeling prepared. There was always something that was missing in my skill set to leave me with some anxiety. Although I have many weaknesses and things to improve, I still feel more prepared …
Oct
26
Chocolate Chip Muffins (Grain Free)
I made these muffins for my kids this week. They turned out great! I wanted to lightly introduce a Paleo style muffin for my youngest son. The only non-paleo item is the chocolate chips, but I felt like I had to start somewhere. Ingredients 1 1/2 cups almond flour 1/4 cup arrowroot powder 1 teaspoon …
Oct
25
Bonus Workout
Workout 10 Rounds of: (time individually) Run 200m (sprint) Rest 1:30 Get Stronger2day!
Oct
24
This is not for me
This isn’t for me. Although I don’t necessarily believe in evolution, I do believe in at least the last 3 pictures above. Hunter, Fit Human, Fat Human. This is the pattern that America has begun to emulate. I am saddened by the current fate of our population, with so much obesity among us. I …
Oct
22
Workout of the Week
Workout As many rounds as possible in 15 Minutes of: 5 Burpees 10 Kettlebell swings 15 Air squats Kettlebell Swing Technique Start with feet just outside shoulder width apart Bend knees with chest remaining upright to pick up kettlebell or end of dumbell. (Deadlift set up) Swing kettlebell/dumbell over head maintaining a flat back and …
Oct
21
Friday Musings
You will find true success in those efforts that captivate your heart and soul – Belief fuels passion and passion rarely fails.”
Oct
20
I Believe
I Believe… Deep squatting is as essential to life as deep breathing and deep thought. Everyone should pick up heavy things. A grocery bag farmer’s carry is a good thing. Everyone should turn upside down every once in a while. Sitting is a slow death. Movement is The Fountain of Youth. Whole foods are good …
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