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...

People are often surprised when I tell them that I have pepper plants that are a decade old. This is because I've been overwintering pepper plants for several years. Following this overwintering procedure makes the most of your harvest and allows you to get a jump start in subsequent seasons.Why Overwinter Pepper Plants? So what does overwintering pepper plants buy you? I enjoy peppers. When I say "pepper", I'm mostly talking about those insanely hot and flavorful varieties. These a...

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...

People are often surprised when I tell them that I have pepper plants that are a decade old. This is because I've been overwintering pepper plants for several years. Following this overwintering procedure makes the most of your harvest and allows you to get a jump start in subsequent seasons.Why Overwinter Pepper Plants? So what does overwintering pepper plants buy you? I enjoy peppers. When I say "pepper", I'm mostly talking about those insanely hot and flavorful varieties. These a...

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...

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 ...

It's January! That means it's time to start planning the upcoming garden season. Planning a gardening season is one of the most important factors in helping you guarantee that it's successful. In this article, I'm going to describe the process I use in planning a gardening season. I'm going to assume that you already have a gardening space setup and that you have at least one season under your belt. On to discussing the things that I do in an effort to improve every y...

It's January! That means it's time to start planning the upcoming garden season. Planning a gardening season is one of the most important factors in helping you guarantee that it's successful. In this article, I'm going to describe the process I use in planning a gardening season. I'm going to assume that you already have a gardening space setup and that you have at least one season under your belt. On to discussing the things that I do in an effort to improve every y...

Hügelkultur in Pennsylvania: Nature's Raised BedYears ago, hurricane Sandy turned my forested property into an open meadow with massive rotting tree stumps everywhere. The trees on my property that used to provide shade and beauty, now produced a steady supply of fallen branches, logs, and leaves. Since I had already been slowly 'rewilding' my lawn area, it seemed only natural to consider a gardening technique that turned this "debris" into a gold mine of fertility: Hügelkultur...

Hügelkultur in Pennsylvania: Nature's Raised BedYears ago, hurricane Sandy turned my forested property into an open meadow with massive rotting tree stumps everywhere. The trees on my property that used to provide shade and beauty, now produced a steady supply of fallen branches, logs, and leaves. Since I had already been slowly 'rewilding' my lawn area, it seemed only natural to consider a gardening technique that turned this "debris" into a gold mine of fertility: Hügelkultur...

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...

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...

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...

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...