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Apr 7, 2015

A Man’s Guide to Quitting Sugar: Part 2 – The Problem with Sugar

Let’s get one thing straight: Sugar is not evil! The problem with sugar, however, is that it directly affects a man's testosterone, mood, and ability to gain muscle. Man needs to guide himself toward quitting sugar if he wants to be his best self.

Apr 6, 2015

A Man’s Guide to Quitting Sugar: Part 1 – I, Marshmallow Man

“Pie…it fills the cracks of the heart. Go away, pain.” – Paul Blart, Mall Cop Several years ago I decided to go for a jog around the outdoor track of my local YMCA. That day, I went from regular man to Marshmallow Man. That day, I had to guide myself toward transformation, and my success came in quitting sugar.

Feb 11, 2015

The U.S. Navy SEALs Physical Screening Test

The question then becomes, if you wanted to join the U.S. Navy SEALs today, would you be able to pass the minimum physical requirements? See how your results compare with those of actual SEALs who complete the physical screening test.

Jan 22, 2015

Eugen Sandow: Part 4 – Sandow’s Exercise Routine

Eugen (Eugene) Sandow began exercising, using the methods of the day, shortly after visiting Italy at the age of 10. Inspired by the Greek and Roman statues, the frail and sickly Sandow was determined to become strong like the heroes cast in marble and developed his own routine.

Dec 3, 2014

Routine Will Kill You

“The less routine, the more life.” – Amos Bronson Alcott, American Teacher, Writer, Philosopher, and Father of Louisa May Alcott, 1799-1888 This article was inspired by a story a friend relayed to me. It wasn’t told with the intent of imparting a moral lesson, rather, something of a humorous and “Can ...

Nov 22, 2014

The Importance of Nasal Breathing for Cold Weather Exercise

Old Man Winter has hit hard and early this year, leaving very little time for our bodies to adjust to the cold, biting and dry winter air. Nasal breathing is of most importance in regulating our body temperature and oxygen intake, especially in winter exercise.

Oct 31, 2014

Stuff Every Bearded Man Should Know About Movember

So you’ve decided to join #Movember and give cancer a united swift kick in the ol’ hairys, eh? That’s right, cancer can bite it! It’s pretty cool that we get to show our support and raise awareness by growing out our stache-o supreme-o, but that means starting with a clean-shaven face. For a ...

Oct 2, 2014

How to Take a Punch!

On the last day of the school year, some young punks decided to jump a kid outside our cul-de-sac. Several of them got off the school bus at his usual stop and pretty soon had him up against the side of a house letting him have it. Several other young punks decided to ...

Oct 1, 2014

Fireside Topic: How do you handle hair loss (going bald)?

It happened several years ago. After getting a haircut, the first in quite a while, I noticed something looked different. Had she taken off too much? No. My hair was thinning. I always had a full, thick set of hair and never considered it might thin out, at least not at such a ...

Aug 13, 2014

The Dangerous Talk of Peace After Suicide

With Robin Williams’ death, and him being such a big presence in the lives of families, there has been some well-meaning, yet dangerous, talk that I have noticed from his and other celebrity suicides that I believe we should take note of and be careful with. Ultimately I believe it is a reflection ...

Aug 11, 2014

Vim, Vigor, and Vitality!

When I was just a boy I distinctly remember having a conversation with one of my uncles that went something like this: Me: “Why is your belly so big?” I said pointing out his beer gut, though I didn’t know that was what it was at the time. ...

Aug 5, 2014

Eugen Sandow: Part 3 – Views on Diet and Exercise

Before diet fads and exercise trends, Eugen Sandow showed what a proper diet for a bodybuilder should look like. He also had some thoughts on the American diet we should pay attention to.
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