Body
Previously we’ve talked about the mechanism of the General Adaptation Syndrome during training and how stress plays a vital role in our body’s adaptation. But what really is stress when it comes to training? The goal of this essay is to dive deeper into the world of stress
Body
Since starting my Hybrid Athlete journey, I’ve learned that running isn’t all about long runs. Yes, distance is an important factor, but endurance training involves so much more. A training week of running involves easy runs, long runs, and running workouts (like track/speed workouts). Now, these speed
Body
When we start working out, the first thing we do is figure out a training plan to follow for the next few weeks or months. This plan (hopefully) follows a proper structure of periodization that provides a framework for success when training. This is so that training tasks and workloads
Environment
I work in health care. Outpatient Ortho, to be exact. I came in one Friday morning, after an hour's worth of traffic, to see the doctor I’m scheduled to work with that day (we’ll call him Dr. X) having 40+ patients for the day. If you’
Environment
Imagine a flower in an open meadow. Now take the same flower and slip it into the barrel of a rifle. Or place it on a gravestone. Notice in each case how you feel. The significance changes. In new surroundings, the same object can take on considerably different meanings. The
Body
I’ve officially hopped on the Hybrid Athlete train. My first and forever love in the fitness world will – and continue to be – hypertrophy training and bodybuilding. There’s just something about chasing a pump and building muscle for peak aesthetics that really makes training fun. However, after 2-3 years
Mind
Dopamine is a readily available drug. We live in a world where our minds are stimulated 24/7 and never get a chance to wind down. I’ve recently discovered a topic from the book Dopamine Nation by Anna Lembke that really resonated with me. These days, most of us
Mind
Today’s essay is focused on a quote I stumbled upon that really stuck with me. “Why do we close our eyes when we pray, cry, kiss, or dream? Because the most beautiful things aren’t seen. But felt in the heart.” Read it again. I had to really sit
Mind
im·per·ma·nence / (noun)/ the state or fact of lasting for only a limited period of time. As humans, we have one expectation that contributes significantly to our downfall. The root of our struggles is the quest for permanence. To somehow pointlessly ensure that any good in our lives
Newsletter
Why everything happens for a reason.
Newsletter
Over the past few months or so, I’ve slowly acquired tools that have helped me gain mental clarity and my mind has never felt lighter. Here are a few tools I’m implementing into my lifestyle that will hopefully help boost your mood, creativity, and mental sharpness. 1. Gratitude
Mind
A piece of advice.