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Navigating the world of fitness can sometimes feel like trying to decode the rules of 19th-century baseball. Trust me, I’ve been there. But a recent twist (literally) in my tale – an MCL sprain, followed by a comical adjustment to my gait

Hello, fellow busy-bees and occasional couch potatoes! Here I am, trying to master the intricate dance of juggling work, play, and (thanks to a pesky MCL sprain) recovery. Let’s be real – if juggling

Life has a way of testing our endurance, both mentally and physically. As an individual who has reveled in the world of sports since my school days — from the football fields of high school to the CoRec diamonds at Purdue University — I’ve always considered myself fit and active. My current regimen comprises functional fitness sessions, playing in a 50-and-over baseball league, and participating in the unique world of vintage base ball.

I’ve spent a significant portion of my life on the field, whether it’s baseball, football, or even embracing the rich traditions of Vintage Base Ball. Over the years, I’ve come to understand that the challenges we face in sports often mirror those in other aspects of our lives.

Pushing boundaries and challenging limits has been a constant in my athletic journey. But as I stand on the cusp of 50, I’ve realized that the true strength lies not just in relentless training, but in understanding when to pause. Dive into my insights on the perils of overtraining and the silent power of rest and recovery.

A new year brings a new set of goals! It has been over a year since I created content for this blog/website! It is disappointing considering publishing regularly and allotting a specific number of hours per day towards content creation. So, it is befitting and amusing that my first post in over a year will…

Ever watched someone doing something and thought, “I can’t do that” or “I can’t do that anymore.” Unfortunately, age seems to make “I can’t anymore” a more readily available excuse for not trying. And, before you jump on me about trying to do something that can get you hurt

Joey Votto reaches milestones seldom touched over a MLB career, and he accomplish them all at home. The man who the pundits have written off is still banging in a career resurgence

Let’s just say Rip does not mince words. He says what he means to say. There is no beating around the bush with the man who says, “Strong people are harder to kill than weak people and more useful in general.” So what does he mean when he says, “CrossFit doesn’t have the capacity to program strength increase.”

If you are like me, goals usually mean reaching a specific amount in a set amount of time. In other words, a goal should follow the SMART mnemonic–Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-bound. We love expressing our objectives in this fashion. How many of us start the year by saying we will lose so much…