Ukemi Flow Conditioning Workout
This one is for all the martial artists out there – I created the following ukemi conditioning workout for myself a few years ago to specifically target the transitions between my rolls and begin to unlock flow. Additionally, it has the effect of really getting your heart pumping and makes a great workout! Start out slowly…
The Men Who Stare at Screens
Spend a lot of time sitting at home, in the office, or both? Check out this NY Times Health article, The Men Who Stare at Screens. Your regular workout may not be as effective as you think in preventing heart disease.
Create Your Own Adversity!
“Let me embrace thee, sour adversity, for wise men say it is the wisest course.” ~William Shakespeare Philosophers and sages throughout the ages have consistently extolled the virtues of facing adversity for the purposes of becoming a better, stronger person. No matter what form this adversity takes, wisdom dictates that it must be faced head-on,…
A Day in the Life…
At the suggestion of my good friend, and West Coast Buyu, Dave Furukawa, I am presenting a look at one of my daily workouts. Please see Dave’s comments on my previous post here for reference. This is a record of my activity from yesterday, Memorial Day 2010: Morning Life begins early here, even on long holiday weekends,…
Morning Wake Up Routine
Ever have one of those mornings when you have to be up early for work or school, but simply can’t summon the energy to start your day? This is a routine I have been using successfully for years to shake out the cobwebs and get me moving on the mornings when just a cup of…
A Case for Mini Workouts
These days everyone is short on time. Most are content to allow the daily grind and family time to fill their days while lamenting about the fact that they have no time for working out. The complaints are common and heard often. But somehow these same people are able to find time to watch an…
Everyone Needs a Coach!
The other day, I was working out with my good friend Eric Chasko at his studio, Redemption Kettlebell Gym in East Windsor, NJ. After our training session, we were discussing the mechanics of a basic kettlebell swing and Eric had me demo a few swings. As I began demonstrating the basic kettlebell swing that I had…
The “Incomplete” Kihon Happo DVD Review
Chuuto Hanpa Kihon Happo or, The “Incomplete” Kihon Happo, is a new DVD by Bujinkan instructor, Rob Renner. Rob has been training in the Bujinkan since 1986 and living in Japan since 2005. He trains with Hatsumi Soke and the Shihan, senior instructors, typically 5 to 6 days a week. This DVD is, as Rob points out,…
Warrior Fitness Workout of the Week #5
This is the fifth in our continuing series of Workouts of the Week. The focus of this workout is increasing metabolic activity for burning fat and building lean muscle. We have also included instructions on modifying the workout to fit your current level of conditioning. Enjoy!
Sometimes It’s OK to Not Follow the Program
Every have one of those days when no matter how fun, exciting, and productive your workout program happens to be, you just don’t feel like doing it? I don’t mean out of lack of enthusiasm or laziness here though; motivation is not the problem. You’re energetic and ready to train, but really just want to…
Lost Empire Herbs
