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WHY IS RUNNING SO HARD?

9/17/2020

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This question came through Instagram: Why does running suck?

My buddy Big Neil and I touched on it in our podcast The Big Freakin’ Health Coach Podcast, and I thought it deserved more consideration and explanation. 

Before diving into the scientific reasoning behind running difficulty, we have to make a few assumptions. I’m not approaching the answer to this question to include interval running or sprints.

In the context of this question I am assuming that the type of running in question is long duration running - AKA jogging. Jogging is often understood to be a low intensity steady state (LISS) form of cardio, lasting 20-60 minutes for the average person.

As someone who does NOT run for fun, here are my thoughts on running, and why so many people think it sucks.


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THOUGHTS FROM QUARANTINE WEEK 8

5/7/2020

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This is the end of the saga. Thoughts From Quarantine has covered everything you need to succeed with your health and fitness while self isolating.

The last piece of advice is about managing problems as they arise. Some are solvable, some you can only manage. 

Here's how to tell which is which and what to do about them to keep your wits.


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4 Corrective Exercise Myths - BUSTED

4/27/2020

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In a world with way too much unsubstantiated fitness info, there are a lot of incorrect practices that have become “common knowledge.”

In today’s article, we bust 4 corrective exercise myths that can affect your fitness.
- What Corrective Exercise Actually Is
- Warm-Up Protocols Should Be Extensive
- Yoga is Always Good For You
- Belts and Braces Make You Stronger


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THOUGHTS FROM QUARANTINE WEEK 6

4/23/2020

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This week we cover a few topics on a lot of people's minds:
- progressing bodyweight workouts
- finding exercise equipment
- separating work from home when they happen in the same place
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Roll up your sleeves, all these topics require a little work.

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What Your Core is For

4/16/2020

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The primary purpose of your core is to support your spine during physical activity. Since your spine is a rickety, flexible rod - your core has a lot of work to do.

Your spine can move in many ways. Core musculature is designed to start, stop and stabilize each of the 7 ways your core is engaged.

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BUILDING YOUR HOME GYM

12/16/2019

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There are tons of positives about working out in your home. No membership dues, convenient location, showers and towel service - the list goes on and on.

When it comes to your exercise selection, you can be pretty limited if you don't have any equipment at home.

Here's the wish list of home gym essentials so you aren't limited to the same dozen bodyweight exercises indefinitely.

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