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This is going to be unpopular... but even if less booze isn't your goal, it's worth the read if you desperately want to do something but have a hard…

Aug 31, 2021

How my neighbor went from never touching a barbell to making serious gains with one resistance training session per week.

Jan 14

Not everyone enjoys working out for the sake of working out. Fortunately, those that don’t like working out probably like games.

Aug 23, 2021

Fighting the urge to turn 3 days into 60.

Nov 5, 2021

Is it possible or even desirable to alleviate a young adult's angst about life? I don't want anyone to be in pain. But can you grow without the…

Feb 18

Four books that have shaped how I think about, build and participate in teams. What should I read next?

Feb 4

What makes this macronutrient so great, how much should you eat, and where can you find said quantities? Plus a poem, because I needed some levity this…

Feb 25

A book report on Glute Lab: The Art and Science of Strength and Physique Training

Nov 12, 2021

Thanksgiving is my favorite time to slow down and reflect.

Nov 19, 2021

How can a home be complete without a gym?!

Jan 7

Also, how to avoid meetings. Also, the art of the memo.

Oct 15, 2021

A book report on "You’re Not Listening" by Kate Murphy and confessions from an aspiring listener.

Apr 22

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