Monthly Archives: December 2010

Intermittent Fasting To Build Lean Mass and Strength?

If you have spent any time looking to add some lean muscle, drop some fat, increase strength or even set foot in a gym I know you will hear these things. “What, you are fasting? You are a crazy man. … Continue reading

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The 4 Hour Body Review Part 1

Here is a video from Tim Ferriss of the 4 Hour Body fame. What do you think?   I paid for a full copy of the Four Hour Body and it is a massive almost 500 page book. It is … Continue reading

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Motivation Monday: Strongman Paul Anderson

Paul Anderson did feats of strength many years ago that are still unmatched today. 435 lbs like it was nothing! Truly insane feats of strength! On a related note, if you have not played around with a strict standing military … Continue reading

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Barefoot Training Part II: The Role of Footwear on Injury Development

Women’s shoes circa 1935 (source:flickr) Barefoot Training Part II: The Role of Footwear on Injury Development My buddy Sean Casey is back again with part 2 regarding barefoot training.  If  you missed part 1, go back and check it out … Continue reading

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Motivation Monday: You Can Do It!

It is snowing again like crazy here in Minnesota as the Vikings take the field tonight against da Bears. But since the roof fell in on the Metrodome (ok, Mall of America Field), they had to move it to the … Continue reading

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Barefoot Training Part I: Fitness Fad or Great Training Method?

Men running in a chariot race at the Piha Surf Club carnival (circa 1938) My buddy Sean Casey is back and has a great write up for all of you on barefoot training!  You know how much I love my … Continue reading

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Industrial Strength Hands Grip DVD Available Now!

Industrial Strength Hands Grip DVD Available Now! Adam T Glass and a spiky 24 lb sledgehammer I am so excited that the Industrial Strength Grip is open for sale today! Now is your chance to purchase the foundational grip training … Continue reading

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The Four Hour Body by Tim Ferriss Launches Today

Just a heads up that The Four Body by Tim Ferriss launches today! I have ordered my copy, but it is not here yet.  Full review coming soon. In the meantime, here is another video for it. I will hold off on my full … Continue reading

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VPX Science Summit

So sorry I was not able to make it, but here is my talk in a webinar/video that I just did for you all. Any questions at all, please feel free to email me at michaelTnelson@yahoo.com Enjoy and I look forward … Continue reading

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Motivation Monday: Why We Do What We Do

Tony Robbins asks why we do what we do.  This seems appropriate since I am at the airport attempting to get to a research presentation on Metabolic Flexibility in Florida today.   It is 6am, I slept 4 hours last … Continue reading

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