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Spend an hour online and you’re bound to come across a hacking tutorial. No, I don’t mean computer hacking. I mean hacking ANYTHING. Hacking usually refers to using simple tricks and tools to make something easier or more efficient. The ease of sharing information in the technological age allows us...
Read MoreDo you still think heart disease comes from fat?? Think again. There is mounting research that suggests that insulin and heart disease are linked, so step away from the refined carbs and sugar. [caption id="attachment_110969" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Insulin will follow[/caption] I've mentioned a few other times how insulin is having...
Read MoreThe prime time speed event of the year has come and gone, the 100m final at the Rio 2016 Olympics. As always, it was exciting for athletes and non-athletes alike. People who don't sprint love the short term excitement and marvel at the incredible feat; the people who do sprint...
Read MoreSprinting is one of the purest expressions of athleticism. This is one of the reasons the 100m dash is one of the most popular Olympic events (just watch at Rio 2016). For athletes, sprinting is also a staple component of many sports; this is why sprint training is so popular...
Read MoreIf our goal is to lose body fat, why are we starting the day by storing more fat? Here are some breakfast ideas for fat loss.
Read MoreThis guy is an absolute beast who proves that cutting carbs might be optimal for you. He combines athletic training and a low carb lifestyle to live his optimal life. His name is Dr. Shawn Baker, or @SbakerMD on Twitter. (He was also recently featured on the Joe Rogan Experience)...
Read MoreThis post was originally written by Razor's Edge and posted on Freelap USA. As a coach, I run into athletes who suffer mindset issues. What do I mean by mindset issues? A mindset issue occurs when an athlete has a frame of mind where everything seems wrong, unattainable, or overly...
Read MoreIn health and nutrition, there are always trends that are more or less popular. One of the things that has gained popularity recently has been intermittent fasting. Fasting is by no means a new concept, many will tell you that our ancestors used to feast and famine as hunters and...
Read MoreIn North American society, we have cultural norms. Many of them we’ve known are not ideal, but yet we follow them anyway. Let’s face it, it’s easier to follow along than blaze our own trail. It’s all harmless anyway right? Maybe not. When it comes to nutrition, your health is...
Read MoreThe squat, it’s been called the king of all exercises, and for good reason. The squat recruits more muscles and utilizes more joints than almost any other exercise (I see you deadlift). Yet, in the fitness industry there are a number of differing opinions on, not only their merit, but...
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