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Just how important is exercise?

Meditation for Athletes

I will be honest with you. I love to meditate. I do it 3-4 times a week and have been for years. Why? Among other things: It helps my mood. It helps me de-stress. It helps me keep life's ups and downs in perspective. It reminds me to take care of myself. It just feels good. How did I get into it? Well, I came to meditation as an ultra-endurance athlete. 3 times a day for 4 months, I would jump into the brown water of the river and take my first strokes. Between the rh

Lessons from an Ultra Triathlon

As an ultra endurance athlete, I love hearing how ultra events change people. Check out this great TED Talk....

Reasons to Exercise

This week's Irons Fitness newsletter has 7 reasons why you should exercise. Check it out... here. Plus, there is a great recipe for Orange Chicken.

"I think I can, I think I can, I know I can"

How important is exercise?

A new study published in JAMA (The Journal of the American Medical Association) says not exercising is worse for you than smoking. WOW. Check it out....

WHAT HAPPENS TO YOUR BODY WHEN YOU START EXERCISING?

Have you ever wondered what happens to your body when you start exercising?  If so, check out this video….

FITNESS INSPIRATION — MT. EVEREST RECORDS

Well — Its that time of the week.  Time for some fitness inspiration.  Check out the video below for some incredible records set on Mt. Everest. Enjoy…..

HOW TO GET YOUR KIDS TO EAT HEALTHY

Would you like some tips on how to get your kids to eat healthy?  Check out this week’s newsletter. Plus….There is a great recipe for One Pan Spaghetti