I was reminded recently of one more thing to help lose weight. Sleep. That’s right. Get more sleep. Exercise tears down the body, rest builds it back up. Our mindset is backwards. We often think that we need to pack more into the day and that will make us better. Sometimes, working longer isn’t working [...]

If today was your last day?

A recent study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine determined that physical activity, in addition to making your body healthier, increases both the volume of brain tissue and the ability of the brain to function properly.

For me, fitness is a means to an end. It’s a way for me to be able to enjoy the outdoors and the things I love to do with my family. During the summer, we spend time canoeing, orienteering, biking, and enjoying the kids softball games. I grew up racing bicycles, starting with BMX and [...]