How to Tell a Good Coach From a Bad One: 1. A good coach will always supply you with a reason why; he will be able to give you–at any time–a sound explanation for why you’re doing what you’re doing. A bad coach says “because I said so.” […]
Archives for June 2014
What Supplements Do I Take?
Not too long ago, though I don’t remember exactly when, I took Lola to the Brandywine River for a bath, where I placed her large, cylindrical body into the rolling waters and watched it drift downstream like a barrel. Back then she was not as objectionable as she is now, and only a half-portion as […]
1 Quick Drill to Improve Your Kettlebell Swing
Yesterday, concerned about all the horrible things I heard on the news about radioactive substances and people falling off cliffs in India, I went into the gym to do some swings and to clear my head. I had a long talk with my grandmother, too, […]
The Secret to Getting and Keeping Motivated
“Pat, Ultimately the real core I believe your readers (me included) need to get to is to find a motivation which is sustained and is sustainable for a long period of time? I like what your friend Alex Salkin says about having a 90 Year plan. Also I like […]
2 Ab Exercises That Are Actually Worth Doing
Guest post by Aleks Salkin “Chiseled abs in 3 weeks!” “Five new moves to build your six pack!” “Flatten your tummy in 4 easy steps!” Pick up any men’s or women’s magazine and you’ll all find similar promises tugging at your inner desire to look head-turningly hot and sometimes tugging […]