While this post will focus primarily on the days just prior and then following my surgery, it's worth noting the roller coaster ride of emotions that I felt from the moment the procedure was scheduled in early February to the actual event on March 4, 2016. As mentioned here, I experienced a day to day... Continue Reading →
Ever heard the saying "You don't know what you don't know"? This simple phrase can apply to any area of life and carry profound consequences... Last September when I posted Life Lessons From an Injury, I pretty much felt like the story was over. For those who haven't read the latter, I would encourage you... Continue Reading →
When the average gym member says they're going to do "cardio", they are referring to training on an assortment including treadmills, ellipticals, step mills, and rowing machines. Sadly many people have the mistaken belief that the use of cardio equipment is the best way to burn body fat and that lifting weights only builds strength... Continue Reading →
Ever had an experience where you met someone only to find out after the fact that their impression of you prior to the actual meeting was entirely different from what you turned out to be? How is this possible? According to Stephen R. Covey in his book The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, communication... Continue Reading →
In the world of office furniture, the topic of keyboard platforms is controversial. People seem to love them or hate them and for a variety of reasons. From an ergonomics perspective, they are often the first line of defense in creating an adaptable and flexible workspace set up. And yet there seems to be a... Continue Reading →
As a Territory Sales Manager for Workrite Ergonomics, I publish a bi-weekly email newsletter that goes out to all my valued clients and furniture dealer partners. As I do research for my newsletter, the hottest topic by far has to do with the dangers of sitting. Never before has so much attention been focused on... Continue Reading →
The legendary Steve Reeves was known for having one of the most symmetrical physiques in his time and for all time. Balanced program design and attention to detail is a must in addition to the hard work required to build a championship body. The benefits of a balanced program go far beyond aesthetics however with joint... Continue Reading →
As a preface to those readers not actively involved in exercise please stick with me because the lessons I'm going to share can apply to any area of life. Please don't write me off if you're not into working out. There's potential value in my message for everyone. September 29, 2014 was just another Monday... Continue Reading →
Well, they may not be lying but unless you're well-educated on the rules and loop holes the food industry operates by, you can be badly mislead. When the average consumer reads a label that says Low Fat or Lean or Zero Calories Per Serving, these catch phrases would suggest a healthy selection. Unless you know the... Continue Reading →
Google "Sitting Disease" or "Dangers of Sitting" and you will bring up more information than you could ever begin to read. The Ergonomics and Health & Wellness industries have figured out that our bodies are not designed to sit all day. It's not speculation. The facts are clear that sitting in excess puts you at... Continue Reading →
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