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The Futile Quest to Control Your Time
A book report on Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman
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Conjure Up Motivation for Working Out
A long list of tricks, mindsets tweaks and other tips for getting to the gym when you don't always feel like it.
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What’s Up in The Pleasant Box: Summer 2022 Lifting Program
A detailed look at my current lifting program, along with a hefty dose of self-reflection.
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People Change
A decade ago I smoked my last cigarette. This milestone has me contemplating how we change and what I'm learning as I attempt to keep improving.
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Becoming A Strong Listener
A book report on "You’re Not Listening" by Kate Murphy and confessions from an aspiring listener.
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A Short Presentation on Resistance Training
Here’s the deck I presented at a company talk about health and fitness this week. Also personal records galore!
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Adventures in Palm Cooling for Strength Gains
Palm cooling is a technique for increasing strength, resistance training volume, and endurance. Here's a look at a DIY palm cooling device.
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An Inside Look at A Weight Loss Cut
I’d like to see my abs this summer. Here’s how I’m approaching 10 weeks of slowly losing body fat, while maintaining muscle mass, and keeping my energy…
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