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Zone 2 Cardio, the Infinity Zone (and Why It’s Important!)

What’s the Deal with Zone 2 Cardio? Cardiovascular exercise, in general, is divided into four zones, defined by the rough percentage of your max heart rate (MHR) that your heart is beating at while you’re working out. They are as follows: Zone 1 (very light): 50-60% MHRZone 2 (light): 60-70% MHRZone 3 (moderate): 70-80% MHRZone… Continue reading Zone 2 Cardio, the Infinity Zone (and Why It’s Important!)

How to Build Superhuman Grip Strength: Healthy Strong Hands with Every Equipment Possible

This is going to be my best attempt at a be-all, end-all grip workout plan (and video!) Grip training is one of those universally “good” forms of strength to practice, because not only does it carry over into all areas of life, it also helps to prevent common injuries that come with normal everyday life.… Continue reading How to Build Superhuman Grip Strength: Healthy Strong Hands with Every Equipment Possible

Holy crap we’re alive!

Hey friends. It’s been a while, huh? Life’s been a little crazy around here. Well, a lot crazy. A whole lot of unpleasantness kind of dropped into my life around the end of 2021 and the beginning of 2022. It wasn’t a great time, to be honest, and it’s taken me a decent amount of… Continue reading Holy crap we’re alive!

Hey. Let’s talk.

Hey all, sorry for the relative lack of activity around here, lately. Pretty shortly after the site launched, my life went through a series of work situations, family emergencies, and traumatic events that kind of derailed me for a little while. I like to think of myself as the kind of person that can do… Continue reading Hey. Let’s talk.

“Back Attack” – A Workout to Build a Broad Strong Back

This is the workout to hit your back super hard.  Your back muscles are collectively one of the largest muscle groups in your body, and they’re involved in basically every movement your body makes (particularly your upper body.)  In addition to being aesthetically pleasing, building your back up will make you better at just about… Continue reading “Back Attack” – A Workout to Build a Broad Strong Back

Real Life Super Soldier Serums (Supplements and their Uses)

It’s a pretty common trope in the world of fiction.  The unassuming hero (or villain) gets administered some sort of injection, bath, or potion that grants them superhuman speed, strength, and stamina.  But is such a thing even possible in the realm of reality?  Well, yes and no.  While there isn’t any magical super serum… Continue reading Real Life Super Soldier Serums (Supplements and their Uses)

“Super Jump” – A Free, Minimal Equipment Workout to Jump Higher

Have you ever wanted to increase your jumping skills? Have I got a workout for you! This workout is designed to help you increase your vertical and broad jump height and distance with minimal equipment required. Check it out! Equipment Required: 2 Sturdy Chairs or Boxes Workout Style: Station Workout – complete all sets of… Continue reading “Super Jump” – A Free, Minimal Equipment Workout to Jump Higher