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...

The Joovv is the gold standard when it comes to red light therapy devices. It's a medical grade, modular system that allows you to build the ideal red light therapy setup for your needs over time. It supports both red and near infrared wavelengths and allows you to control them independently. The EMF levels emitted by the device are also third party verified to be within an acceptable range. So I jumped at the opportunity to participate in a study that provided a Joovv to use in my own h...

I love beer... but I also strive to live the healthiest possible lifestyle. I often encounter people that think I'm embellishing my beer resume since I guess I don't look/act like the typical 40+ year old beer drinker. I have enough proof that I'm not beefing up this resume 😁 Read on if you're interested in understanding more how I combat the alcohol dichotomy in my life.The Alcohol Dichotomy in my Life There was a time where studies thought that drinking a small amount could have positive h...

The Joovv is the gold standard when it comes to red light therapy devices. It's a medical grade, modular system that allows you to build the ideal red light therapy setup for your needs over time. It supports both red and near infrared wavelengths and allows you to control them independently. The EMF levels emitted by the device are also third party verified to be within an acceptable range. So I jumped at the opportunity to participate in a study that provided a Joovv to use in my own h...

I love beer... but I also strive to live the healthiest possible lifestyle. I often encounter people that think I'm embellishing my beer resume since I guess I don't look/act like the typical 40+ year old beer drinker. I have enough proof that I'm not beefing up this resume 😁 Read on if you're interested in understanding more how I combat the alcohol dichotomy in my life.The Alcohol Dichotomy in my Life There was a time where studies thought that drinking a small amount could have positive h...

More and more research points to the importance of the gut microbiome on many areas of health. In my quest for improving my fitness, I was hitting plateaus that I suspected could have been related to a least than ideal gut microbiome. I didn't want to blindly start trying to 'improve' something that I wasn't completely convinced was lacking, so I started looking for ways to confirm my suspicions. That's when I came across Viome. Read on for my Viome Review.What is Viome? Viome is an AI-powere...

More and more research points to the importance of the gut microbiome on many areas of health. In my quest for improving my fitness, I was hitting plateaus that I suspected could have been related to a least than ideal gut microbiome. I didn't want to blindly start trying to 'improve' something that I wasn't completely convinced was lacking, so I started looking for ways to confirm my suspicions. That's when I came across Viome. Read on for my Viome Review.What is Viome? Viome is an AI-powere...

When I finally got serious about 'getting fit', I bought my first Oura ring. At the time, I primarily wanted to fix my sleep issues. A happy side effect of this purchase was that it made me more aware of my Heart Rate Variability (HRV). I always considered my HRV on the lower side, but quickly realized that I felt my best when it was at the higher end of the range. Pretty much since this realization, I've been experimenting with various ways of raising my HRV. Many ways of raising HRV involve...

When I finally got serious about 'getting fit', I bought my first Oura ring. At the time, I primarily wanted to fix my sleep issues. A happy side effect of this purchase was that it made me more aware of my Heart Rate Variability (HRV). I always considered my HRV on the lower side, but quickly realized that I felt my best when it was at the higher end of the range. Pretty much since this realization, I've been experimenting with various ways of raising my HRV. Many ways of raising HRV involve...

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've tried many workouts over the years. Cardio, weightlifting, calisthenics, only playing sports, it's always been something that kind of annoyed me. Some would work... others, only for a time and then a plateau would reach and no more gains could be made. Eventually, I settled on a bodyweight workout routine that I've been able to progress that continues to work for me. Read on if you're interested in learning more about why I choose and how I perform my bodyweight worko...

I've tried many workouts over the years. Cardio, weightlifting, calisthenics, only playing sports, it's always been something that kind of annoyed me. Some would work... others, only for a time and then a plateau would reach and no more gains could be made. Eventually, I settled on a bodyweight workout routine that I've been able to progress that continues to work for me. Read on if you're interested in learning more about why I choose and how I perform my bodyweight worko...

Are these sprouts? Are these microgreens? Is their a difference between the two? The answer is: Yes there is a difference. I grow both and if you keep reading, I'll describe how they differ and which one in my opinion is the overall winner in the Sprouts vs. Microgreens battle.Growing Sprouts vs. Microgreens So why would anyone want to grow sprouts or microgreens, especially instead of a full grown plant of the same variety? There are some easy answers here and some others that are more ...

Are these sprouts? Are these microgreens? Is their a difference between the two? The answer is: Yes there is a difference. I grow both and if you keep reading, I'll describe how they differ and which one in my opinion is the overall winner in the Sprouts vs. Microgreens battle.Growing Sprouts vs. Microgreens So why would anyone want to grow sprouts or microgreens, especially instead of a full grown plant of the same variety? There are some easy answers here and some others that are more ...

Are you seeking an alternative way to alleviate pain, improve your well-being, and enhance your overall health? Look no further than the ancient art of acupressure. I've been battling recurring foot pain for a few months and I've tried several things to address it. One of the most effective things that I've found is this acupressure mat. Acupressure mats have been gaining popularity worldwide, offering a plethora of benefits for individuals seeking a natural and non-invasive ap...

Are you seeking an alternative way to alleviate pain, improve your well-being, and enhance your overall health? Look no further than the ancient art of acupressure. I've been battling recurring foot pain for a few months and I've tried several things to address it. One of the most effective things that I've found is this acupressure mat. Acupressure mats have been gaining popularity worldwide, offering a plethora of benefits for individuals seeking a natural and non-invasive ap...

If you have spent any time in longevity circles or reading about health recently, you have likely come across mention of NAD. What is NAD and why is everyone so focused on it as a means for improving healthspan? I'll dig into this and discuss ways of improving NAD levels. I'll also discuss what I currently do after all of the research I've conducted on myself.What is NAD? NAD is Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide. It is a coenzyme that is found in all cells and involved in many processes withi...

If you have spent any time in longevity circles or reading about health recently, you have likely come across mention of NAD. What is NAD and why is everyone so focused on it as a means for improving healthspan? I'll dig into this and discuss ways of improving NAD levels. I'll also discuss what I currently do after all of the research I've conducted on myself.What is NAD? NAD is Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide. It is a coenzyme that is found in all cells and involved in many processes withi...