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...

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...

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...

When I stopped working a corporate job, one of the first things I started regularly doing in my 'new found' time was to go backpacking. Why can't I get enough of Backpacking? Why do others find it so frightening? Let me show you some potential ways to loving the many joys of backpacking. Initially, my main goal for experiencing the joys of backpacking was to spend time in deep nature. Most of the hiking trails around me are very crowded (even more so since the pandemic). Many of the people th...

When I stopped working a corporate job, one of the first things I started regularly doing in my 'new found' time was to go backpacking. Why can't I get enough of Backpacking? Why do others find it so frightening? Let me show you some potential ways to loving the many joys of backpacking. Initially, my main goal for experiencing the joys of backpacking was to spend time in deep nature. Most of the hiking trails around me are very crowded (even more so since the pandemic). Many of the people th...

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 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...

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 ...

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...

Origins of the Pursuit for Metabolic Flexibility There was a time when I was a big advocate of 'grazing'. Everything I was taught growing up emphasized this. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. When I began playing sports, it was crucial to be eating constant small meals in order to 'maximize gains'. I figured the people telling me this must know best, so I never really questioned it. I experienced midday crashes for years without really thinking about this practice. The fact tha...

Origins of the Pursuit for Metabolic Flexibility There was a time when I was a big advocate of 'grazing'. Everything I was taught growing up emphasized this. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. When I began playing sports, it was crucial to be eating constant small meals in order to 'maximize gains'. I figured the people telling me this must know best, so I never really questioned it. I experienced midday crashes for years without really thinking about this practice. The fact tha...