If you’ve been reading any of my more recent articles, you’re well aware of how important sleep is to optimal health. It supports our immune systems, cognition, hormone production, weight loss, and more. ... Continue Reading
Book Review: “Everyday Paleo Around the World: Italian Cuisine” by Sarah Fragoso
Nothing makes my day quite like receiving a review copy of a new paleo cookbook in the mail. So I was intrigued when the mailman recently left me a copy of Everyday Paleo Around the World: Italian Cuisine. ... Continue Reading
Product Review: Kill Cliff Recovery Drinks
Energy drinks and sports drinks are popular for a reason. Energy drinks can be a more convenient way to get an energy boost than coffee, and sports drinks provide us with the nutrients and energy we need. ... Continue Reading
Product Review: BioForce HRV
When it comes to training, athletes who care about performance know that small details matter. You probably know people who track a million things about their training, from heart rate to carb grams. One ... Continue Reading
Product Review: Gaiam 18″ Muscle Therapy Foam Roller
The benefits of self-myofascial release are pretty indisputable at this point, but I will confess I’ve always been guilty of foam roller negligence. It’s a simple practice, but when I’m at the gym I always ... Continue Reading
Book Review: “Get-Fit Guy’s Guide to Achieving Your Ideal Body” by Ben Greenfield
The idea of somatotyping fascinates a lot of people. If you’re not familiar with the term, somatotyping is based on the idea that each of us belongs to one of several body types. Most commonly, you’ve ... Continue Reading
Tech Review: Locavore App
Eating locally sourced foods is a high priority for many athletes and coaches. One of the most common excuses for not eating locally is not having a source nearby for local food, as convenience is often ... Continue Reading
Product Review: Pony Club Grappling Gear The Yang Spats
Do you know what “kitsch” means? I had to look it up, but according to Wikipedia it is “a style of mass-produced art or design using cultural icons...kitsch art is closely associated with sentimental art." ... Continue Reading
Product Review: LPG Muscle Delt Belt
If you’ve ever nailed yourself in the nether regions or the chin while doing upright rows or face pulls, then you will have an appreciation for LPG Muscle’s Delt Belt. The Delt Belt is a V-shaped strap ... Continue Reading
Product Review: Skins A400 Men’s Half Tights
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
