Every weekend I publish a recap of the best health and fitness articles I’ve read over the past week. Here are my favorites.
I’m not familiar at all with sprouting, but I see the seeds and jars at Natural Grocers all the time and Brendan Brazier recommends it in his book. I really want to try this.
Great information about the three big lifts that everyone should be including in their routine – squats, deadlifts and the overhead press. This article will explain proper form and how you can make progress when doing these lifts.
Wednesday 9/21/2011 *** True Tabata ***
This is a crossfit Tabata style workout that I plan to do. I’ve never done a Tabata workout, but I’m always saying how much I want to do one. I’ve changed my routine recently, so I’ll finally be able to fit it one in. Here’s how a Tabata style workout usually works – 5 minutes of warm-up, 8 intervals of 20 seconds all-out intensity exercise followed by 10 seconds of rest, then 2 minutes cool-down.
The Dirty Dozen: Things Best to Buy Organic
I don’t buy organic because I don’t want to spend the extra money, but after reading about the pesticide contamination on non-organic fruits and veggies, I might have to bite the bullet and spend the extra dough.
Watch as Phony Torton takes prayer to the XTREME!
A 6-Week Squat, Bench, or Deadlift Program
I don’t doubt that this program works. I’ve done a similar program with great success. If I can ever get my hands on an affordable power rack, I want to give this one a shot.
10 Shoulder Prehab / Rehab / Warm-up Exercises
I have lots of problems with my shoulders, so this is a great video. A bit long, since he goes through full sets, but very informative. Was this taken using a phone camera?
Peel a Head of Garlic in Less than 10 Seconds with Two Bowls
I hate peeling garlic. I also hate being super-loud. What to do, what to do!
Skyrocket Your Sports Performance With This 3-Week Workout Plan
I love this because it’s completely different. I don’t think I’ve ever seen a routine so different from the rest of the stuff out there. I’m gonna print this one out and use it when I go back to the gym (I’m currently working out at home, while a shoulder injury heals).