The idea that clothing (or lack thereof) can improve athletic performance is probably as old as athletics itself. However, compression garments are a relatively new addition. With the dawn of synthetic ... Continue Reading
Book Review: “Beyond Bacon” by Stacy Toth and Matthew McCarry
I predict Beyond Bacon, by Stacy Toth and Matthew McCarry of Paleo Parents, will be my favorite cookbook of 2013. Not only is it informative and full of delicious recipes, but it also features one of my ... Continue Reading
Product Review: 110% Compression Blitz Knee Sleeve
Whenever I used to see products like knee sleeves, elbow sleeves, braces, or any other support device, I’d think, "Ouch! What did they do to injure themselves, and do they have to wear that brace for the ... Continue Reading
Book Review: “Dumbbell Training for Strength and Fitness” by Fred Fornicola and Matt Brzycki
Sometimes when you love a workout implement, you need to write a book about it. And what better device than the dumbbell? It doesn’t get more foundational than the good old dumbbell. Walk into any gym and ... Continue Reading
Tech Review: Gymboss Interval Timer App
One of the challenges of using an interval timer outdoors is power. Large boxing or CrossFit-style timers require a plug, and my favorite timer, the Gymboss, requires batteries and always seems to run out ... Continue Reading
Product Review: RVCA VA Rashguard
The RVCA (pronounced rue-ka) VA Sport Rashguard is one of my staple rashguards. I can wear it with anything. Now that I’m getting into wearing gear like the Fighter Girls Blue Camo or Pony Club Grappling ... Continue Reading
Book Review: “Beast Tamer” by Andrew Read
Andrew Read, Master RKC, is a great writer when it comes to articles on strength and performance. So when I was asked to review his new book, Beast Tamer, I was interested and excited to see if he could ... Continue Reading
Product Review: LPG Muscle Haulin’ Hooks
Straps are just about the most foundational piece of gym equipment you can find. A tool that improves your ability to lift the heaviest weights is nearly as important as the weights themselves. Even those ... Continue Reading
Book Review: “The 30 Day Guide to Paleo Cooking,” by Hayley Mason and George Staley
At this point, paleo cookbooks are becoming more and more common and easy to find, which is a wonderful thing for people who already eat paleo. But if you’re new to the paleo diet, I would imagine all the ... Continue Reading
Product Review: Fighter Girls Blue Camo Boyfriend Shorts
I’ve never liked the way men’s board shorts looked on women. I thought they looked butchy and shapeless, so I always wore Lululemon capris instead. Not only were the capris more flattering, but they also ... Continue Reading
Product Review: GRID Mini Roller
Foam rolling has grown in popularity exponentially in the past few years as a way for runners, CrossFit athletes, and millions of others to provide self-care. Foam rollers are now a part of huge health ... Continue Reading
Book Review: The Affiliate Yearbook
In business there is no better ammunition for improvement than information. Being armed with good industry data can make or break a business. A deep understanding of where you are, where others are, and ... Continue Reading
Tech Review: Instant Heart Rate App by Azumio
Considering a heart rate monitor to see how fast that big old muscle is really beating when you’re working hard? If you’re tracking changes over a long run or activity, we’ve reviewed several heart rate ... Continue Reading
Product Review: About Time Fruit, Nuts & Protein Bars
While I think most people agree that whole foods are the best option for snacking and post-workout protein meals, some people opt for convenience. When time is short, we've all probably reached for ... Continue Reading
Product Review: Jaco Women’s Performance Training Top
Jaco Clothing’s Women’s Performance Training Top is a very soft and stylish rashguard. Indeed, the product description states, "This Loose Compression Rashguard’s ultra-breathable Bamboo/Spandex blend ... Continue Reading
Product Review: Farmaesthetics Deep Lavender Rub
Every night, right around 8:00pm, I hear the predictable call from my four-year-old daughter’s bedroom. “Mama, I’m ready for the magic sleepy lotion!” What this means is she has read every book on her ... Continue Reading
Product Review: Cattaneo Brothers Beef Jerky
Jerky is an amazing snack for a lot of reasons. First, pretty much everyone agrees that it's delicious. Next, it’s very high in protein per ounce (compare 6.8g of protein for 1oz of lean steak with 14g of ... Continue Reading
Tech Tutorial: MyFitnessPal
MyFitnessPal has become a household name for fitness enthusiasts and trainers looking to keep their clients in line and honest in food tracking. However, I’ve found lately that many people aren’t aware of ... Continue Reading
Product Review: GoStak from BlenderBottle
BlenderBottle is a company dedicated to addressing your athletic container needs. As all athletes have come to know, you need to time your nutrition the right way, and to satisfy that need, convenience is ... Continue Reading
Product Review: Koss FitClips Headphones
As it is with Brazilian jiu jitsu gear, the headphone industry has a history of primarily targeting the male population, but women are gaining ground in both areas. Koss President and CEO Michael J. ... Continue Reading
Product Review: Gaiam Sol Bhakti Ultralite Rubber Yoga Mat
If you have any experience with yoga, you know the importance of a good mat. However, the criterion for a good mat can be a bit subjective. Some people like a yoga mat that provides a lot of cushioning and ... Continue Reading
Product Review: Reebok CrossFit Lifter
The CrossFit gear market has been exploding this past year with new products arriving every week. The trouble is wading through the sheer amount of potential equipment and deciding what is worth your ... Continue Reading
Product Review: Kiefer Precision Optical Racer Swim Goggle
If you have read one of my previous articles on goggles you will know that I am a big fan of the Swedish style goggles. While they are probably still my all time favorite, my goggle world got seriously ... Continue Reading
Product Review: WIN Sports Detergent
Sometimes when you wash your athletic gear you’ll notice it doesn’t seem totally clean. It might still have a musty athletic smell to it. Personally, I’ve always wondered why this is so, and recently I got ... Continue Reading
