Today something remarkable happened. I found myself participating in a CrossFit workout that consisted of a fair bit of running and, I was running. For the past six months, I have avoided running … [Read more...]
Is it Safe to Microwave Food?
f you microwave your food for the rest of your life will you grow horns? This is something I often wonder as I “nuke” my breakfast every morning. First, let’s look at a brief history of the microwave … [Read more...]
Slow Down Bro!
You've got five minutes to get to work on time, you're already late, and you haven't eaten anything yet so you scarf down your breakfast. Sound familiar? Some would say being busy is a choice others … [Read more...]
The Drastic Approach vs Habitual Change – Which Works?
Whether your goal is six pack abs, deadlifting triple bodyweight, or earning one million dollars (muahaha) the pathway to achievement is the same. You must begin with attainable and sustainable … [Read more...]
Doctor Approved Pizza
Who doesn't love pizza?! Vegans, vegetarians, carnivores, and even Paleo eaters all love it. The issue we all have with pizza remains the same. It's typically made with less than ideal ingredients … [Read more...]
Are You Drowning in Carbs?
If you pay attention to mainstream media you have hopefully noticed awful things regularly showing up like massive amounts of children with type 2 diabetes, the obesity epidemic, or the insane amounts … [Read more...]
Does Caffeine Solve Your Energy Crisis?
Next to running to the toilet in the morning what is one of the first things you do to start your day? If you answered "make coffee" you are not alone nor are you being judged. That is exactly how I … [Read more...]
We know That You’re ready! A Guide To The 2018 CrossFit Open
I remembered my first CrossFit Open in 2014, I was living in Vancouver at the time going to CrossFit Optimum Performance, and I was super nervous about it. I had been training CrossFit off and on … [Read more...]
Why On Earth Would You Do CrossFit?!
People often guffaw at CrossFit, poke fun at it, or just don't grasp the concept. This is completely understandable. Why would people voluntarily put themselves through that? In 2011 I was an … [Read more...]
What’s The Skinny on Sugar?
How does one make an informed decision on sugar consumption? There is a TONNE of misinformation regarding the sweet stuff that we are constantly bombarded with. I have done my best to source … [Read more...]
