I can recall when my father was still a relatively young man, he had serious Popeye-like forearms. He was solidly put together, even though he had never completed any strength training in his life. He worked hard and was relatively strong, but as men age unwanted changes inevitably come to their bodies. The Effects of […]
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The term “dad bod” should not be considered a compliment if directed your way. At least, I wouldn’t take it that way. It is basically a slap in the face when you think about it. They are implying that you have gained unflattering weight but it’s okay because you are getting old. It’s the dreaded
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President Trump just declared the coronavirus outbreak a national emergency. No doubt you’ve been inundated with information about this pandemic that has traveled so rapidly around the globe. Perhaps you’re already prepared for it; but if you’re like most of us, you aren’t. Not only that, but there’s a good chance you’re not even sure
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There was a time when boxing was the ultimate combat sport, and really the only one, that fathers would enroll their sons into lessons for. Who knows for certain when it began, but there is evidence that boxing matches were present in Egypt as far back as 3000 BC. There were boxing lessons being taught
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I almost wrecked the car on the return trip home from the doctor’s office. I was angry, disoriented, and grief-stricken. My wife and I had just finished up a third visit with the Developmental Pediatrician, a kind man who delivered devastating news about our two-year old son. Autism. At the time of the diagnosis, my
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It is a commonly held social belief that everyone should love their body. On the surface, this is a good thing because everyone is unique and, for some of us, our DNA makes it nearly impossible to sport those coveted washboard abs. We shouldn’t cave to the internal or social pressure of perfect looks. That
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Our habits and routines make us who we are. I’m sure you’ve heard the saying, “You reap what you sow.” If you sow bad habits, you will reap the outcome. If you sow good habits, you will reap the benefits. How you train each day, the habits you are sowing, will determine the person that
