There is a popular, “woke” narrative that the reason more people than ever are obese and in chronically poor health is a failing fitness industry—the fitness industry has failed to save us from ourselves. ... Continue Reading
Useful Shame: Countering Junk Food and Smartphone Addiction
In a wave of evangelical fervor, the 18th amendment outlawed alcohol in the United States, thus initiating a disastrous 14-year experiment known as prohibition. Organized crime grew rampant, laws were ... Continue Reading
How We Can Combat the Saboteurs of Our Health
Over the past four weeks, we’ve looked at a collection of industries that I believe are every bit as deadly and corrupt as Big Tobacco: convenience food, pharmaceuticals, and addictive technology. Today, ... Continue Reading
The Saboteurs of Health in America
Your health is your most valuable resource. Unfortunately, society provides precious little guidance to improve it, and in fact creates tremendous pressure toward physical incapacity, disease, and mental ... Continue Reading
You Don’t Need a Pro – Just Go!
Every Sunday morning, I savor a cup of coffee (or five) while I sift through my weekly dose of fitness articles. Lately, I’ve noticed a recurring theme: “Wanting to be fit without hiring a trainer is like ... Continue Reading