Monthly Archives: October 2008

A Message by George Carlin

GEORGE CARLIN (His wife recently died…and George followed her, dying this month July 2008)
Isn’t it amazing that George Carlin - comedian of the 70’s and 80’s - could write something so very eloquent…and so very appropriate.
A Message by George Carlin:
The paradox of our time in history is that we have taller buildings but shorter tempers, […]

My Work Maelstrom Ends: Free 300 Workout

It’s been a busy time at work through October. I’ve been working 70 to 100 hours a week, which has led to very little free time to keep you all up to date on what I’ve been doing.
How many of you use the excuses: “I’m working to much,  I don’t have time for the gym”, […]

Guest Blog: Get Off The Bosu Ball…

By: John M Berardi
www.precisionnutrition.com
Wobble boards, foam pads, swis balls, bosu balls, and inflatable rubber discs…
You’ll find them in most gyms and training facilities nowadays. In fact, chances are you’ve used these types of devices yourself.
But the big question is this…
Could it really be possible that these devices actually INCREASE your chances of injury - while […]

Thanksgiving Day

Today is Thanksgiving in the Great White North (Canada).
So I’m taking some time to reflect on what I’m thankful for.
1. Being in the best shape of my life
2. My health
3. A good job
4. A roof over my head
5. Supportive family and friends
I was also glad the gym was open today because I just had to […]

Guest Blog: 3 Best Bodyweight Exercises

By: Craig Ballantyne, CSCS, MS
www.TurbulenceTraining.com
Here are 3 kick-butt bodyweight exercises you can do anytime, anywhere to burn fat, stay energized, and avoid overeating.
Bodyweight exercises help you burn fat shockingly fast, without any fancy equipment.
1) Any Single-Leg Exercise
The pistol (single-leg squat to the floor) is the most advanced
1-leg exercise. But you can also do assisted […]