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Physical

In the documentary Pumping Iron, Arnold Schwarzenegger compares body building to the work of a sculptor.
Our bodies present an immediate statement to everyone around us.
With piercings, tattoos, clothing, make-up, diet, and exercise we create the physical art of the self.

Challenge Mode

Sometimes we need a good challenge to motivate us. This site remains neglected. Meant to kick it off at the beginning of the year and just never quite got around to it. Wanted to do something big, beautiful, and special…. Continue Reading →

Art Rewards

To celebrate my body modification (getting in shape per my doctor’s recommendation), I got a body modification. Pics later, but this is the tattoo I have started with Marc Jordan. by

Creation through Destruction

The process of building the body to peak performance begins with destroying it. I feel quite fortunate to have a personal trainer while working towards my first half marathon. My trainer is glad to have someone finally listening to the… Continue Reading →

The Joys of Pain

My body amazes me. Last night I went snowboarding. Lots of things worked against me. The snow had been trashed by holiday vacationers for a week. Warm day time temperatures had caused a lot of melting. It resulted in a… Continue Reading →

The Secret to Losing Weight

This is a little embarrassing for me, but I want to share. I want to share because while it is embarrassing, it is also inspiring and a source of pride. And I have learned the secret to easy weight loss… Continue Reading →

Unstoppable Sunday

Today’s activity: 5 mile run 60 squats 30 push-ups 60 lunge squats 60 dumbbell rows 2 minute wood plank Stretches before and after and I still finished in under an hour. My arms and waist also have a nice burn… Continue Reading →

Monday Morning First

After my morning run I stopped at the school playground. I do this 2-3 times a week. But this morning something different happened. Instead of trying to do a chin-up, I did a chin-up! Haven’t done that since high school…. Continue Reading →

Eggs and Bacon

5 Ways to Spice Up Eggs and Bacon (And a Request) | Nerd Fitness. The Bacon Egg Cup recipe using muffin tins is genius! What a perfect post workout breakfast. by

Learning to Fly

It is a ‘rest day’ for fitness, but my dog always gets hyper when we don’t do our run. So this morning I decided to do what I have seen many others do; I let Sam pull me on my… Continue Reading →

Nerd Fitness

Nerd Fitness: Helping You Lose Weight, Get Stronger, Live Better.. This is the only fitness site I check on regularly. by

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