After a one year hiatus we are back doing the Costa Rica Fitness Vacation. I’ll share more about the trip later… I flew into San Jose airport last night. It’s a nice little airport where the immigration and customs agents are very nice and welcoming. It strange because when you enter foreign countries the people […]
General Fitness Info
How often should you do cardio to get lean?
I was just asked the question by one of my good friends, and I thought I’d answer it on the blog here. It’s not a straight forward answer, unfortunately. How often should you do cardio? The answer is…. it depends. Here’s what I recommend. Start off with 3 times a week, for 20 mins, at […]
Things to be thankful for in 2013
All of the workouts! – The Open – 5k Gone Bad – WodFest Tunnel Falls Hike – First time backpacking Best Food of 2013 –Italian Family Pizza –Shima Sushi Bar -Ceviche in avacado -Heart Stopper Burger -Bacon -BBQ The Wonderland Trail The Goat Rocks The CrossFit Games The Enchantments – See the golden larches There’s […]
AAJ WOD/Workout Wednesday 11/27/13
A. 3 rounds not for time of: 30 seconds l sits 10 toes to bar 10m handstand walking B. EMOTM for 12 mins… snatch %’s: 50, 55, 60, 65, 70, 75, 80, 85, 90, 95, 100+, 100+ C. 3 rounds for time of: Row 1000m 5 snatches @80% of 1RM 10 burpees over the bar […]
Altra Superior Women’s Shoe Review
As a runner who has been using minimalist or “barefoot” shoes for the past 3 years, I’ve been on the hunt for a good trail shoe and an alternative to bulky hiking boots, so I was excited when I got the opportunity to test out the Altra Superior Women’s Trail Shoe with zero drop from […]
The Mindset for Being Fit/Weight Loss/Living Healthy
How you think about things will determine your progress and results. Sounds easy, right? Just think the right way and you’re set! Haha! Well, I know that it actually isn’t easy, but once you have this part down, everything else does become easy. Mastering you thoughts will make all the difference. And the key to […]
