Tag: pull-ups
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Informal Training
It’s counterintuitive, but you might find it easier to train all the time rather than some of the time. Performing exercises periodically throughout the day can help remove much of the friction experienced when preparing for traditional workouts. No scheduling training. No driving to the gym. No changing clothes. Just short bursts of movement peppered throughout your…
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The Non-Workout Workout
I’ve written about this before, but I need to mention it again. This entry overlaps with my post on ten-minute workouts, but this covers a more specific application. I’m going to call it the ‘Non-Workout, Workout‘. At least until I think of a better name. Essentially, it’s just reframing training. You’re still putting in work,…
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Minimum Effective Dose: Ten Minute Workouts
Sometimes you need (or just want) a ten minute workout. I think the guys over at Mind Pump (funny fitness podcast) would call these ‘trigger sessions’. Sort of micro workouts intended to offer a quick hit of stimulation, but nothing too intensive. Not sure if my workouts would be considered the same thing, but I…
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The Power of Habitually Sitting on your Ass
We’re now on the eighth day of our Maritime vacation. This is the longest break from the barbell I’ve had in the past seven months. I’m a creature of habit, and I thrive off momentum. Vacations sometimes worry me because they can provide a sufficient interruption of routine. Although I welcome the break from heavy…
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