As we leave the rarefied atmosphere of the pandemic, Mental Health concerns take on importance in our everyday lives. Who has not already encountered behaviors from others recently that would not have been considered “normal” in the years prior to the social isolation of COVID-19 measures? From trolling for fights on social media to culture…
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Sensible Exercise
Sensible exercise would seem to be a straightforward proposition. Acquire the necessary equipment, learn the required mechanics, then practice on an ongoing basis. Liberally sprinkle in competitive events along the way and enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle. If human beings were only ever so practical. Oral Traditions I love mentorship. Whether receiving guidance…
The Fun of Commanding Your Fitness
I like to take charge and put fun into my fitness. The positive feedback loop of my fitness choices creating situations that make me feel better about myself are priceless. Careful reflection, committed application, and the humility to change when things don’t go as planned, all come into play. Mindfulness is empowering. While the frustrating…
Polypharmacy – Is This You?
I know that polypharmacy is not a term we banter around everyday. Some readers may have never even heard of it before. A great many though have experienced the effects of polypharmacy. Doesn’t the term polypharmacy sound like a cute advertising campaign for a new chain of drug stores? The truth begins in your physician’s…
The Aging Athlete and How I Came to Embrace the Bonk
Now including myself in the ranks of what we politely call an aging athlete, I must admit my surprise at becoming so accepting of the once dreaded bonk. To simply run out of gas during exercise can be irritating. Having such a deficit reach the level of a full-on bonk where the body performance falls…