Stuff to Read While You’re Pretending to Work: 4/13/12

Share This:

I’ve got a pretty cool day lined up.  I’m going to spend the rest of the morning catching up on some work:  I’ve got a few programs to write, and then I’m submitting an article titled 5 Reasons Why You’re Not Getting Stronger to Greatist.com. Then, I’m heading over to Boston University to get my dieselfication on with my boy Dave Rak.  I believe the agenda calls for squatting until we can’t feel the right side of our face followed by “curling everything.”  Awesome.

And then…….I’m heading over to Fenway Park for the Red Sox season opener!  Granted, they’re playing like complete dog dunk right now, but I’ve never been to opening day before, so it should be a pretty badass.

Warning:  Do This & You Will Get Fat – Jason Ferruggia

Jason has a reputation for not blowing sunshine up anyone’s ass, and this post fits that bill to a “t.”  There are a lot of guys out there who want to build muscle and gain weight, yet tend to follow AWFUL advice.

Moreover, many have unrealistic expectations of what’s actually possible thinking that they’re going to transform themselves into The Rock in a matter of four months.

The final line says it all:  “It’s not a sprint, it’s a marathon. Just remain consistent, stay lean and healthy, train hard and enjoy the journey my friends.”

I wish more would heed that advice.

Is Sugar Toxic?!?! – Mark Young

A non-bullshitter himself, in this post Mark sheds some light on the notion that sugar is the sum total of everything that’s evil this world – from global warming to circus clowns.

I appreciate pieces like this because, while sugar is by no means something we should go out of our way to include more of in our diets, a little bit isn’t going to put you in a diabetic coma tomorrow.

Thanks Mark for bringing the pendulum back to the middle!  Someone deserves a slow clap!

9 Things I Have Changed My Mind About: Part 4 – Molly Galbraith

Leave it to Molly to start with one installment only to inevitably make it into a 47 part PBS special.  You know what, though…I dig it.  It’s refreshing to see someone take an objective look at past mistakes and demonstrate how they’ve grown as a coach and individual. I particularly love Molly’s insight on controlling training stress, and how important it is to NOT think that more is better.

 

 

Did what you just read make your day? Ruin it? Either way, you should share it with your friends and/or comment below.

Share This Post:

FRESH CONTENT DELIVERED WEEKLY

Plus, get a copy of Tony’s Pick Things Up, a quick-tip guide to everything deadlift-related. See his butt? Yeah. It’s good. You should probably listen to him if you have any hope of getting a butt that good.

I don’t share email information. Ever. Because I’m not a jerk.

What to Read Next

Gym Ownership, Evolving Your Coaching, and the Value of Consistent Training

I had the opportunity to catch up with my good friend and long-time colleague, Mike Robertson, on his Physical Preparation Podcast earlier this week. Just Two Dudes Talking He and I go back to the early 2000’s. You know, when smart phones didn’t exist, cold plunges and eye rolley alpha-male behavior was (less) of a… Read more

Read This Post

Subtle Tricks to Increase Motivation With Personal Training Clients

Being married to a psychologist has it’s disadvantages: I have to talk about my feelings. All of the time There are some perks, however. Most of what “drains” me as a coach isn’t so much the x’s and o’s of writing programs or the ability to figure our what may be the root cause of… Read more

Read This Post

Comments for This Entry

  • Rozin Abbas

    Mark did a good job but Alan Aragon did a much, much better job. The video is 37 minutes long but it's intriguing, thought provoking, and just plain ol' fantastic. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BMc0_s-M08I If you have 37 minutes to kill then watch this. It can drag here and there but it's worth watching. As a side note, an awesome quote from a study: “Obesity and metabolic syndrome are rare among athletes, even though dietary fructose intake is often high, underscoring the robust protective role of regular exercise.”

    April 13, 2012 at 9:51 am | Reply to this comment

  • chy12

    Louis Vuitton Handbags is well known for its glamorous fashion. Prosperity romantic romantic romantic relationship in the middle of Louis Vuitton Outlet and illustrations present began in 1874, twenty instead of many many years subsequent to recognize little luxury was founded. In executing this, the artist is well with each other in production using the prospect of new producers. Use dazzling 'Candy' colors and hybrid components in his works capture every single person playfulness and professional crafts belonging to the brand. 

    April 16, 2012 at 1:14 am | Reply to this comment

  • blue0116

    Thanks for visiting Gucci Outlet Store and our  organization is professional in doing  Original gucci items business with worldwide clients, all  of our gucci products come in Italia and our organization may be the exclusive  agency on purchase  the discount gucci items online, including gucci footwear, gucci Handbags, gucci shades and so  forth,  You’ll find our Gucci Outlet Online  possess the large discount (All items 50%  – 70% OFF) gucci items on purchase.When you are  furthermore like  beautiful in trendy bags prada bags, then simply just gucci is actually  a  company title you decide to must be no stranger to. 

    April 28, 2012 at 2:11 am | Reply to this comment

Leave a Comment