As I mentioned in the post where I outline how I finally beat yo-yo dieting, I've tried many diets over the years. None of them worked long-term because I was approaching the whole thing incorrectly; I needed to end the war with my body first before I could find an eating pattern that truly worked … Continue reading Intuitive Fasting — The Eating Pattern That Works For Me
How I Finally Beat Yo-Yo Dieting and Got My Life Back
I've struggled with my weight pretty much my whole life. As a kid, I started putting on weight when I was about 6 and really started putting it on around 9 or 10. I distinctly remember well meaning adults either rationing and forbidding food or making comments trying to get me to eat less. Despite … Continue reading How I Finally Beat Yo-Yo Dieting and Got My Life Back
How to Finally Master Your Habits — No More Failed New Year’s Resolutions
I've struggled with building good habits and dropping bad habits for many years and it seems I'm not alone: the probability of achieving New Year's Resolutions by end of the year is a pathetically low 8%. We usually attribute this to us being undisciplined and having a weak will. But the reality is that your … Continue reading How to Finally Master Your Habits — No More Failed New Year’s Resolutions
Weight Training for Normies — The Minimum Effective Dose for Size and Strength
If you want the latest and greatest routine to get you SHREDDED, pick up a fitness magazine or buy a program from your favorite influencer. That is not what this is. This post begins from a different premise altogether which is: what is the least amount of work I have to do and still see … Continue reading Weight Training for Normies — The Minimum Effective Dose for Size and Strength
Stoicism 101 — A formula for the good life
Stoicism has endured the test of time because it teaches us how we can cultivate calm and equanimity within, regardless of whatever chaos is happening outside in the world. It reminds us how brief our life is and to be grateful for it. It aims to get you to understand what is within your control … Continue reading Stoicism 101 — A formula for the good life
Health Basics — Start Here
80/20 Principle If you only focused on these four things, you'll be doing 80% of the work towards your health and towards your longevity: Prioritize natural foodsUtilize exercise and fasting (and heat + cold exposure)Meditate dailyPrioritize sleep hygiene Yes, there are other things you can keep in mind but you don't want to be one … Continue reading Health Basics — Start Here
Easy Meditation Routine — How to get started step-by-step
https://youtu.be/ih4MB_-ElSk Meditation is one of those things that we all know we "should" be doing. But if you're like me, going from reading about all the benefits to actually getting a meditation habit going is a whole different ballgame. I've been trying to get a consistent meditation habit for at least 5 years. At some … Continue reading Easy Meditation Routine — How to get started step-by-step
The JJ Experiment 