May 21, 20241 min read
DUAL FOODS
I love multi-purpose tools.The multi-purpose pliers, pocket knives, and who doesn’t love a spork, brilliant! I also love dual purpose...
May 14, 20242 min read
GET WARM
Here in Iowa, everyone loves the double digit negative temperatures in the winter; NOT!! On days like that, there is a focus to make sure...
May 7, 20242 min read
GET A GRIP
Grip has always been a sign of strength. One of the key aspects of a strong man competition is the measure of grip. Also, look at the...
Apr 30, 20241 min read
MENTAL GAME
Be the ball… A classic line in Caddyshack. While it is humorous, the premise, visualization, is very much a true and valuable thing. When...
Apr 23, 20241 min read
DISCIPLINE
As a kid, I frequently found myself in need of discipline. Whether detention or being grounded, I thankfully got out of that phase....
Apr 16, 20241 min read
PRODUCE PRIORITIES
When I was younger, I was not a fan of vegetables. My mom would have to really ‘dress’ them up to make me want to eat them. When I...
Apr 9, 20241 min read
CONTROL THE CORTISOL
I used to be a chronic sleep depriver. Going to bed late and then waking up early. It was to the point that I would find myself nodding...
Apr 2, 20241 min read
SIGNS OF PROGRESS
I love watching people hit personal records on their lifts, this is especially true in powerlifting. Without question, they are aware of...
Mar 26, 20242 min read
RETURN ON INVESTMENT
When it comes to investments and business, a key focus is always looking for the best return on investment. However, it goes much deeper...
Mar 19, 20241 min read
COMFORT VS PAIN
Living in the midwest and getting a full experience of all the seasons, there is much debate on what people prefer, melting in the summer...