I just finished a killer workout that is going to ensure that I’ll be absolutely starving right about (Thanksgiving!) dinnertime. It’s a Crossfit workout called “Cindy,” and it involves… As many rounds as possible (AMRAP) in 20 minutes of… 5 pull-ups 10 push-ups 15 squats Now, I’ve done this workout twice in the last year,… Continue reading Metabolic Thanksgiving Appetizer
Cancer Causers
On the 11/22/11 Dr. Oz show, it was stated that smoking causes 30% of cancers of all cancer cases in America, no surprise. Next to that, being overweight also causes 30% of all cancers. Fat is fuel for cancer growth. Crazy scary. What can you do? Exercise, have a low salt diet, and get potassium. … Continue reading Cancer Causers
WinCo Wednesdays 11/22/11
I have listed below some selected “Extra Savings” prices (WinCo’s version of a sale) along with some commonly consumed grocery items. Unfortunately these prices are subject to change without notice, so these deals were valid Tuesday, 11/22, in the Marysville, WA area, and it will, at least, give you an idea of prices there: WinCo … Continue reading WinCo Wednesdays 11/22/11
Introducing the “Only KB Swings” Workout
As is the case most Tuesdays, I worked out with some ladies from church. And yes, this is Jonathan speaking, not Sonja. You may be thinking differently of me now, but I’m a firm believer that the same workout can be an excellent fit for various people. It just has to be scaled appropriately. When… Continue reading Introducing the “Only KB Swings” Workout
Turkish Get-Ups with a KB Snatch Finisher
Today, I worked out in my home office. It’s nice to be able to get a great workout with minimal equipment. All I had was two kettlebells and about 40 square feet. Here’s what I did: As many reps as possible in 15 minutes: Turkish Get-Ups with a 40# KB. A Turkish Get-Up involves a… Continue reading Turkish Get-Ups with a KB Snatch Finisher