Author: Alex Johnson
How to actually enjoy your exercise routine
The past few months, I’ve felt increasingly cooped up thanks to the unpredictable North Texas weather—between the blustery winds, random cold snaps and rain, it felt …
Does your workout routine need this hot new trend?
I’m a big fan of efficiency, and not just when it comes to exercise. As I’m planning, I try to contemplate how I can make things …
How to trick yourself into a better workout
We’re climbing up a steep hill that hits a 10% gradient. As we finish the hill and ride through the gate of the castle, the sprint …
Here’s what happened to my body when I ran for 31 days straight
The day before Thanksgiving, I did my first run since I had broken my fibula over the summer. It was my first foray into trail running, …
Yes, you can stay fit & eat cheese puffs. Here’s why
Most afternoons, as the workday heads to a close, I get a craving. A craving for processed, puffed corn coated with cheese, or even…*gasp* …
Does feeling younger actually help you live longer?
Of all the hard things in my dad’s battle with cancer, I think the hardest was coming to terms with the rapid aging that came …
City life stressing you out? Here’s the trick to relieving stress & anxiety
If walks aren’t part of your fitness plan, they should be. Walking is a fitness “no brainer,” especially as you age. As I’ve written previously, walking …
18 reasons to skip a gym membership in the new year
Thinking about signing up for a big box gym for the new year? You know, like Planet Fitness, LA Fitness, 24 Hour Fitness, Lifetime Fitness…why do all these places …
