It’s never been harder to answer “how are you … are you ok?” than it has been over the last few weeks. “No” isn’t something I’d ever say, and “yes” doesn’t really suffice. The most accurate answer I can give … Read More
Here are some of the most commonly asked questions I’ve heard from hikers when they are preparing for a Mt. Whitney hike. Mt Whitney Hike Stats and Information Mt. Whitney Facts Mt. Whitney Permits + Regulations Mt. Whitney Gear, Food … Read More
FFMI Calculator: calculate your genetic muscular potential Maximum Muscular Potential of Drug-Free Athletes (Updated Dec 31st) What’s My Genetic Muscular Potential? MennoHenselmans.com: FFMI Calculator – calculate your genetic muscular potential LeanGains: Maximum Muscular Potential of Drug-Free Athletes (Updated … Read More
Since my ‘research’ is ongoing, I’ll post updated versions of this post as I formulate my plan. At the top of each post, I’ll list the changes I plan to implement, updating them if I drop them or find new … Read More
Since my ‘research’ is ongoing, I’ll post updated versions of this post as I formulate my plan. 09.26.21 I have been kinda stalling around 180 lbs — I’ll dip below for a bit, but can’t stay there consistently. I’ve run … Read More
Since my bicep injury in 2019, I’ve noticed that delayed onset muscle soreness [DOMS] from free weight workouts has become much more painful for me. I have no concrete explanation for this – maybe it’s because I’m getting older, or … Read More
It’s been a long road back since my distal bicep tendon rupture over 2.5 years ago. I’m finally starting to feel (+ look) like myself again. Thinking back though, I’d say I was struggling in one way or another before … Read More
HIIT for HIKING The first year I hiked Mt. Whitney, I hiked nearly every weekend for the 3 months leading up to the big day. I had read in many places that the best way to prepare for a big … Read More
Here are the results of practicing intermittent fasting per the LeanGains protocol over the last 10 weeks (April 12 — June 12, 2021) If you are unfamiliar with LeanGains and/or Intermittent Fasting, I recommend that you take a look at … Read More
I have not closely tracked my macronutrient or caloric intake since leaving California 5 years ago – I’ve just been kinda winging it, loosely following “dirty KETO” when I’m motivated, but eating a typical American/modern diet when I’m stressed and/or … Read More