I was introduced to heart rate variability (HRV) when I got serious about getting in shape. Many people recommended monitoring HRV as a means of knowing when to push a workout further. My HRV has always been low relative to others. Despite this, it was clear that I always felt my best when it was at the higher end of my regular range. Pretty much since this realization, I've been experimenting with various ways of improving HRV.What is HRV? Heart Rate Variability is a measure of the chan...

I was introduced to heart rate variability (HRV) when I got serious about getting in shape. Many people recommended monitoring HRV as a means of knowing when to push a workout further. My HRV has always been low relative to others. Despite this, it was clear that I always felt my best when it was at the higher end of my regular range. Pretty much since this realization, I've been experimenting with various ways of improving HRV.What is HRV? Heart Rate Variability is a measure of the chan...

Fairly early on in my journey toward better health, I kept running into all the research touting the benefits of sauna use. None of these prescribed a specific sauna protocol, but noted that there seemed to be many benefits that correlated with regular use of sauna. Sauna use wasn't really foreign to me. I had traveled to Ukraine where it was a part of the culture. Some Russian-American friends of mine had also introduced me to the 'Banya'. I always sort of dreamt about having my own traditio...

Fairly early on in my journey toward better health, I kept running into all the research touting the benefits of sauna use. None of these prescribed a specific sauna protocol, but noted that there seemed to be many benefits that correlated with regular use of sauna. Sauna use wasn't really foreign to me. I had traveled to Ukraine where it was a part of the culture. Some Russian-American friends of mine had also introduced me to the 'Banya'. I always sort of dreamt about having my own traditio...

My email newsletter is entitled Fermenting Solutions. It started years ago as an effort to 'dog food' AWeber's Curate mobile app. It's a semi regular chronicle of a current project that I'm spending time on... the trials, tribulations and the interesting beverages I've had to drink while trying to work through them. You can read past issues here. If you're interested in getting all new issues in your inbox, you can also sign up at the above link.

My email newsletter is entitled Fermenting Solutions. It started years ago as an effort to 'dog food' AWeber's Curate mobile app. It's a semi regular chronicle of a current project that I'm spending time on... the trials, tribulations and the interesting beverages I've had to drink while trying to work through them. You can read past issues here. If you're interested in getting all new issues in your inbox, you can also sign up at the above link.

Breathing... we all do it. Most of us probably don't pay much attention to how we go about it either. Unless you do, you probably also don't realize that some subtle awareness when it comes to your breathwork practice can likely make a radical difference in your day to day health. I was the same way, until I started researching the subject. After years of doing so, I slowly incorporated some simple techniques that have changed my mind considerably. If this is of interest to you, rea...

Breathing... we all do it. Most of us probably don't pay much attention to how we go about it either. Unless you do, you probably also don't realize that some subtle awareness when it comes to your breathwork practice can likely make a radical difference in your day to day health. I was the same way, until I started researching the subject. After years of doing so, I slowly incorporated some simple techniques that have changed my mind considerably. If this is of interest to you, rea...

I'm fanatical about tech gadgets, but even more so for wearables and things that reliably fulfill my needs as a "Quantified Selfer". Good quality sleep data has always been elusive. Many devices that I've tried were so intrusive as to ruin any chance of actually getting good sleep. Others just did a terrible job of reliably collecting the data that I wanted. I backed a Kickstarter for the Hello Sense. This was one of the first devices that really generated useful data. Not only did it track m...

I'm fanatical about tech gadgets, but even more so for wearables and things that reliably fulfill my needs as a "Quantified Selfer". Good quality sleep data has always been elusive. Many devices that I've tried were so intrusive as to ruin any chance of actually getting good sleep. Others just did a terrible job of reliably collecting the data that I wanted. I backed a Kickstarter for the Hello Sense. This was one of the first devices that really generated useful data. Not only did it track m...

In the realm of fitness and wellness, training your respiratory muscles has gained significant attention in recent years. These muscles, comprising the diaphragm and accessory muscles, play a vital function in facilitating efficient breathing. A few months ago, I started using the O2Trainer to enhance my breathing capabilities and overall performance. In this blog post, I'll delve into the importance of training your inspiratory muscles. I will also discuss the pros and cons of using the O2Tr...

In the realm of fitness and wellness, training your respiratory muscles has gained significant attention in recent years. These muscles, comprising the diaphragm and accessory muscles, play a vital function in facilitating efficient breathing. A few months ago, I started using the O2Trainer to enhance my breathing capabilities and overall performance. In this blog post, I'll delve into the importance of training your inspiratory muscles. I will also discuss the pros and cons of using the O2Tr...

I remember reading about the Quantified Self movement in the early 2000s. Even though this was something that people were experimenting with for years, I felt that it was a revolutionary approach to understanding and improving our health and well-being. In the early days, it was difficult to collect and analyze all of the data that would be useful to collect. During this time, I've witnessed the incredible potential of wearable technology and mobile apps to revolutionize the way we track...

I remember reading about the Quantified Self movement in the early 2000s. Even though this was something that people were experimenting with for years, I felt that it was a revolutionary approach to understanding and improving our health and well-being. In the early days, it was difficult to collect and analyze all of the data that would be useful to collect. During this time, I've witnessed the incredible potential of wearable technology and mobile apps to revolutionize the way we track...

The thing I am asked about most often is some variant of "How are you able to do everything that you do?"... It's usually buttressed by things like: "You have so many interests."... "You're married with kids, how do you have the time?" or "Do you ever have down time? I just want to watch Netflix when I get home." I never really know how to respond to this... it really is just the way I live my life. It has been for a long time. After talking to people a bit about this and enduring constant qu...

The thing I am asked about most often is some variant of "How are you able to do everything that you do?"... It's usually buttressed by things like: "You have so many interests."... "You're married with kids, how do you have the time?" or "Do you ever have down time? I just want to watch Netflix when I get home." I never really know how to respond to this... it really is just the way I live my life. It has been for a long time. After talking to people a bit about this and enduring constant qu...

Embrace the Chill: Unleashing the Joys of Cold Water Immersion In the realm of personal wellness, few practices have gained as much attention and popularity as cold water immersion. This technique is accessible to everyone. It has been embraced by athletes, mental health advocates, and everyday individuals looking to supercharge their physical and mental well-being. In this post, I'll delve into the world of cold plunging, providing you with a comprehensive guide on how to perform a cold...

Embrace the Chill: Unleashing the Joys of Cold Water Immersion In the realm of personal wellness, few practices have gained as much attention and popularity as cold water immersion. This technique is accessible to everyone. It has been embraced by athletes, mental health advocates, and everyday individuals looking to supercharge their physical and mental well-being. In this post, I'll delve into the world of cold plunging, providing you with a comprehensive guide on how to perform a cold...