Setting the Daily Standard - Standard 7 - >10 Series
How do you set your daily standard?
Setting the time you are going to wake up, and getting up at that time. Yes, it is literally that simple.
No excuses. No need for sleep…
Read MoreMEDIOCRITY - BE AFRAID OF IT - Standard 6 - >10% Series
MEDIOCRITY.
Today, this term still has a negative ring to it. The negative ring no longer has the sting it used to have. When I was growing up, at least in my family, mediocrity was never acceptable. Perfection was the standard…
Read MoreThe 3 FACTORS of STRESS - Standard 4 - >10% Series
STRESS.
How many of you have truly thought about what factors into stress? What exactly is stress? I am talking on a conceptual basis versus the actual hormone cascade as a response of stress.
Read MoreRun from Procrastination - Standard 2 - >10% Series
What is the greatest killer of willpower?
PROCRASTINATION.
Procrastination happens to everyone. It sucks your life energy and leaves you feeling empty. It is that little voice in your head saying you can do it tomorrow, later today, next week, before the deadline or possibly never.
Read MoreFeet and Posture in Thailand
Currently, I am in Thailand experiencing the culture and learning about how other, often slimmer, cultures live and experience life. One thing I have noticed while here in Thailand is the posture of the locals. It is near perfect. In the US, it is very rare to see so many people with great posture.
Read More2017 New Years Resolution
New Year's Resolutions typically get a bad rep because they entail some form of body or lifestyle modification. Typically, that thing which has been an issue for years, like losing fat or getting to the gym more than once a quarter...
Read MoreStrategies to Beat the Holiday Weight Gain
Many people gain weight during the holiday season. Whether it be from a few too many desserts or drinking so much. Family and financial stress can also lead to substantial weight gain. Here are some tips to help beat the holiday weight gain.
Read MoreThe Testosterone Lifestyle - Introduction
Men’s health is not rocket science. It isn’t all too complicated. It does require an advanced knowledge of hormones, bio-physiology, nutrition, diet, stress management and proper use of effective supplementation. Men need testosterone...
Read MoreThe INGUINAL LIGAMENT: The key to strong, ripped legs
Have you ever felt like your quads aren’t growing the way you think they should? Do your legs not get sore with an intense leg work out? Do you not have the definition and strength you want? Can you flex your quads as a whole group without any mushiness? And I mean REALLY flex as a whole group...
Read MoreEXCESS BODY FAT INFLAMES BRAIN, BUT THERE IS HOPE!
Excess body fat has never been thought of as a good thing, and now new research is showing it is probably worse than originally thought. In a new study the researchers found that excess body fat increased inflammatory cytokines (specifically Interleukin-1 beta or IL-1b) in the body and also the brain. The hippocampus was one of the most affected areas making this inflammatory situation all the more alarming...
Read MoreLOSE FAT TO IMPROVE BRAIN FUNCTION
Staying lean is one of the best strategies to maintain a healthy functioning brain on a number of different levels. It has been known for years that excess body fat, and the conditions associated with it like diabetes, heart disease, stroke and cancer, greatly impact the brain...
Read MoreCONCUSSIONS: The Critical Piece NO ONE is Talking About.
Dr. Bennett Omalu wrote a piece in the NY Times explaining his rational for kids not playing football and other potentially traumatic contact sports until they can consent legally at the age of 18. Will Smith has the new movie ‘Concussion’ releasing this week...
Read MoreEXERCISE TO DETOXIFY HEAVY METALS
Have you ever wondered why almost all health experts recommend exercise? Besides the improved heart function, better energy production, helping maintain a healthy body weight and an undisputed factor in being healthy, we now know it also helps detoxify heavy metals...
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