THE PULSE
Advice and perspective on staying well in the modern world
Understanding Non-linear Progress
Change never happens in straight lines. Working with the curves of life will bring you the results you’re after.
When Feeling Wrong is Right
Overlooking this simple truth will trip you up in all of your self-improvement efforts!
Get a Grip!
How hand placement changes which muscles are targeted in the most common upper-body exercises. Details matter!
The Boulder and the Pebble
Why is it so hard to get your exercise session started, even though you know it’s good for you and you want to do it?
Focused and Diffuse Thought
Unlock creativity and reduce frustration by taking advantage of the two different modes your brain runs in.
Water Myths
The top 6 myths that persist about the simple act of drinking water.
The Black Box
Being comfortable not knowing exactly why you feel the way you do.
Training Towards the T-shirt
It’s not all about swimsuits. Most people will see you in a t-shirt, and you can tailor your training to look great in the classic garment.
Band Camp
Why resistance bands are effective, efficient, and a must-have training tool.
Wearing Your Gi
A lesson to get you through those times when healthy eating and exercise makes you feel like the odd one out.
Facing Face-Fat Facts
Good Carbs vs. Bad Carbs
The Tilted Playing Field
The subtle ways we make the game of fitness harder on ourselves, and victory less likely.
Desert Island Stretches
If you had to choose only the most essential stretches, what would they be?
In Defense of Fruit
Fruit has gotten a bad wrap recently, but it’s one of the best nutritional tools you have.
The N-of-1 Problem
Smart protocols to run the tricky experiment that is your health and wellness.
The Topographical Donut
What’s really “inside” you might be a surprise!
Choosing Which Stats to Boost
When you think about how to spend your fitness time, don’t always play to your character class!
Mindfulness in Bad Times
Can you be mindful even when times are tough?
5 Things I Learned Running 13 Miles
A half-marathon drives home some life lessons.