A while back a movie came out that pretty much everyone in my social circle, including me, loved. It got good reviews overall. Some people on the internet thought it was bad though, and box office sales were lower than expected. The Facebook discussions within my social circle were almost all about how upset the…

I’ve been trying to do a few things differently in 2025. Specifically, moving towards moments or things that make me uncomfortable. (I don’t mean “times when I am in physical danger,” of course.) But rather, I’m going to run toward the things that my brain tells me, “This is uncomfortable, I don’t like this, avoid…

We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. Sauna bathing is an age-old Nordic tradition that can have huge benefits for your overall wellness. There are a variety of sauna styles available, from the traditional barrels to more modern cube designs with electric heaters, infrared heaters, or wood-burning stoves. Some…

The word “fitness” often sparks visions of punishing workouts, restrictive diets, and a daunting packed gym. For many, it’s a four-letter foul-mouthed word wrapped in dread—a task to grit through rather than savor. But what if fitness didn’t have to feel that way? What if it could become something you genuinely enjoy? Learning to love…

If anyone in my family is reading this—surprise! Don’t tell my niece, of course. My niece turned two last month. When I visited for Thanksgiving, she was really into having me read bedtime stories to her. I like coming up with creative gifts for people, and I’m always looking to play around with AI, so…

So you’re interested in eating only plants, eh? Well, you’ve come to the right place to learn all about it. I’ve seen many people over the years have success with a Plant-Based Diet. Truth be told though, I’ve seen many people also struggle with it too. (After all, donuts are “plant-based” and pizza just got…

We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. A power rack allows you to safely perform weightlifting exercises like barbell squats and bench presses, without a spotter, in your home gym. Add-on accessories like pull-up bars, dip stations, and resistance bands can help you get the most out of your power rack, giving…

Preventing abuse in sport is a community effort. It takes the awareness and attention of everyone, from coaches to parents to the athletes themselves. This National Child Abuse Prevention Month, we encourage parents, guardians, and other adults who regularly interact with young athletes to take a moment and learn what you can do to protect the…

I have a few new year’s resolutions. One is to write an article a week; this, my first article of the year, is about another of them. Many years ago I came up with this idea called the energy journal, where you’d record your energy level and mood on a 1-5 scale every hour every…

In 2007, Italian police arrested Salvatore Lo Piccolo. This dude was an actual boss from the real life Sicilian Mafia. As they explored his house, they stumbled across what they believed to be their official “10 commandments” of their crew. In other words, “If you want to be a good mobster, follow these 10 easy steps!”…