Sleep or gym? It’s 4:45 a.m. Your alarm goes off. That’s your signal to get up, feed the dog, and hit the gym before the kids have to get up for school. But as you roll over to shut off your alarm, you feel soreness in your shoulder from yesterday’s...
According to a comprehensive study by the American Psychological Association, there is a significant correlation between social isolation and a multitude of health issues like depression, anxiety, and heart disease. This can be a big problem for busy dads who...
It’s hard enough to squeeze in a workout when you have a busy life, but now, with remote work and the kids being home on school vacation or sick days, it can sometimes seem impossible. But don’t fret! Here are some fitness tips for busy parents to help you...
Busy parent here with a fun story… At the end of August (2023), I had nerve decompression surgery on my left foot, which temporarily put my obstacle course racing plans on hold. The purpose of the surgery: to eliminate pain from two adjacent neuromas in the ball...
“Right now, in my mind, this is nothing but grip strength and focus.” -Joe Teti Grip strength is often overlooked by many when it comes to obstacle course racing, but this key element of fitness should never be underestimated. Your ability to grip and hold on during a...
“The higher the rope, the more thrilling it is to climb.” -Michelle Gibson It was Marine Corps boot camp. Summer of 2002. Well before I even knew about obstacle course racing. The sun was blazing hot in MCRD San Diego and a twenty foot rope hung in front of me. I...
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