Cracked Ribs – Workout Workaround

Train Around an Injury – Don’t Avoid Training Altogether Below is a YouTube video that summarizes my cracked ribs scenario and demonstrates the initial exercises. You will find time starts for each exercise in the routine table and the form … Read more

My Unexpected Heart Health Wake-Up Call

Why I’m sharing this My heart health journey wasn’t sparked by symptoms—but by concern. My brother, who shares much of my genetic makeup, fitness, and lifestyle history, experienced a serious cardiac event —despite having no symptoms. Knowing our likely shared … Read more

Mobility, Flexibility and Balance

Introduction: Challenging Internet Fads The fitness industry loves its buzzwords. The internet is awash with terms like “functional training” that are often packaged with gimmicky movements that have little real-world application. A common internet trend is combining resistance exercises with … Read more

The Best Abs and Core Exercises

Introduction Welcome back to our fitness journey, where we continue to explore science backed, effective and safe workout strategies that can be done at home, vehicle touring, camping or travelling – all with minimal and portable equipment. Today, we turn … Read more