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Results tagged “brain”
Looking At : Aug 20, 2017
posted by Scott Andrew Bird
Filed in : Weekly summary
All Tags : allergy, artificial intelligence, bioengineering, body composition, bodyfat, brain, brain-controlled device, community, diet, futurism, microbiome, nutrition, recovery, Social Media (Twitter Google+ and Facebook)
During the past week we've discussed a number of great links; on Google+, Twitter, Nuzzel and so on. Here are a few of my favourites.
Looking At : Aug 13, 2017
posted by Scott Andrew Bird
Filed in : Weekly summary
All Tags : bioengineering, brain, brain-controlled device, community, cycling, futurism, injury, longevity, Nerve damage and neurological conditions, Social Media (Twitter Google+ and Facebook), surgery, Transhumanism, video games, virtual reality
During the past week we've discussed a number of great links; on Google+, Twitter, Nuzzel and so on. Here are a few of my favourites.
Looking At : Jun 18, 2017
posted by Scott Andrew Bird
Filed in : Weekly summary
All Tags : bioengineering, blood test, brain, cancer, community, cycling, depression, diet, futurism, genetics, illness, longevity, microbiome, Social Media (Twitter Google+ and Facebook), studies & trials
During the past week we've discussed a number of great links; on Google+, Twitter, Nuzzel and so on. Here are a few of my favourites.
Looking At : Jun 11, 2017
posted by Scott Andrew Bird
Filed in : Weekly summary
All Tags : bioengineering, brain, cancer, community, diet, drinking (alcohol), genetics, microbiome, nutrition, obesity, sleep, Social Media (Twitter Google+ and Facebook), studies & trials, surgery
During the past week we've discussed a number of great links; on Google+, Twitter, Nuzzel and so on. Here are a few of my favourites.
Looking At : May 21, 2017
posted by Scott Andrew Bird
Filed in : Weekly summary
All Tags : air pollution, bioengineering, brain, community, cycling, diet, robotics, sight, smoking, Social Media (Twitter Google+ and Facebook), surgery, vaccination
During the past week we've discussed a number of great links; on Google+, Twitter, Nuzzel and so on. Here are a few of my favourites.
Looking At : Mar 26, 2017
posted by Scott Andrew Bird
Filed in : Weekly summary
All Tags : aging, air pollution, bioengineering, brain, cancer, community, concussion, diet, futurism, healthspan, insulin, longevity, Nerve damage and neurological conditions, nutrition, rugby, Social Media (Twitter Google+ and Facebook)
During the past week we've discussed a number of great links; on Google+, Twitter, Nuzzel and so on. Here are a few of my favourites.
Looking At : Dec 11, 2016
posted by Scott Andrew Bird
Filed in : Weekly summary
All Tags : air pollution, bioengineering, brain, community, cycling, diet, longevity, Paleo, rehab, running, Social Media (Twitter Google+ and Facebook), studies & trials, virtual reality
During the past week we've discussed a number of great links; on Google+, Twitter, Nuzzel and so on. Here are a few of my favourites.
Looking At : Dec 4, 2016
posted by Scott Andrew Bird
Filed in : Weekly summary
All Tags : air pollution, bioengineering, brain, community, diet, fitness device, futurism, low-carb, nutrition, rehab, Social Media (Twitter Google+ and Facebook), studies & trials, Training Concepts & Strategies
During the past week we've discussed a number of great links; on Google+, Twitter, Nuzzel and so on. Here are a few of my favourites.
Looking At : Nov 27, 2016
posted by Scott Andrew Bird
Filed in : Weekly summary
All Tags : 3D printing, air pollution, bioengineering, brain, community, diet, fitness device, futurism, genomics, nutrition, prosthetics, rehab, Social Media (Twitter Google+ and Facebook), studies & trials
During the past week we've discussed a number of great links; on Google+, Twitter, Nuzzel and so on. Here are a few of my favourites.
Looking At : Nov 20, 2016
posted by Scott Andrew Bird
Filed in : Weekly summary
All Tags : air pollution, bioengineering, brain, breathing, community, fitness device, music, nutrition, sight, smoking, Social Media (Twitter Google+ and Facebook), studies & trials, surgery
During the past week we've discussed a number of great links; on Google+, Twitter, Nuzzel and so on. Here are a few of my favourites.
Looking At : Apr 24, 2016
posted by Scott Andrew Bird
Filed in : Weekly summary
All Tags : bioengineering, brain, cancer, community, diabetes, health, Nerve damage and neurological conditions, protein, running, Social Media (Twitter Google+ and Facebook), studies & trials, water consumption
During the past week we've discussed a number of great links; on Google+, Twitter, Nuzzel and so on. Here are a few of my favourites.
Looking At : Apr 17, 2016
posted by Scott Andrew Bird
Filed in : Weekly summary
All Tags : bioengineering, brain, cancer, community, fitness device, futurism, medical cannabis, neuroprosthetics, pain, Social Media (Twitter Google+ and Facebook), studies & trials, surgery
During the past week we've discussed a number of great links; on Google+, Twitter, Nuzzel and so on. Here are a few of my favourites.
Looking At : Apr 10, 2016
posted by Scott Andrew Bird
Filed in : Weekly summary
All Tags : accessibility, air pollution, bioengineering, brain, community, fitness device, futurism, medical drone, neuroprosthetics, nutrition, sight, Social Media (Twitter Google+ and Facebook), studies & trials
During the past week we've discussed a number of great links; on Google+, Twitter, Nuzzel and so on. Here are a few of my favourites.
Looking At : Mar 6, 2016
posted by Scott Andrew Bird
Filed in : Weekly summary
All Tags : bioengineering, brain, brain injury, cancer, community, cycling, diet, futurism, health, nutrition, rugby, Social Media (Twitter Google+ and Facebook), streaming video, studies & trials
During the past week we've discussed a number of great links; on Google+, Twitter, Nuzzel and so on. Here are a few of my favourites.
Looking At : Jan 10, 2016
posted by Scott Andrew Bird
Filed in : Weekly summary
All Tags : air pollution, BCI (Brain-Computer Interface), bioengineering, bodyweight, brain, community, fitness device, injury, nutrition, Social Media (Twitter Google+ and Facebook), streaming video, studies & trials, video games, virtual reality
During the past week we've discussed a number of great links; on Google+, Twitter, Nuzzel and so on. Here are a few of my favourites.
Looking At : Nov 29, 2015
posted by Scott Andrew Bird
Filed in : Weekly summary
All Tags : bioengineering, brain, brain injury, community, DIY, exoskeleton, futurism, hearing, injury, paraplegia, Social Media (Twitter Google+ and Facebook), studies & trials, surgery
During the past week we've discussed a number of great links; on Google+, Twitter, the Daily 'Paper' and so on. Here are a few of my favourites.
Looking At : Nov 1, 2015
posted by Scott Andrew Bird
Filed in : Weekly summary
All Tags : air pollution, bioengineering, brain, community, cycling, futurism, genetics, health, healthspan, longevity, paraplegia, rehabilitation, sleep, Social Media (Twitter Google+ and Facebook), studies & trials, water consumption, workout clothing
During the past week we've discussed a number of great links; on Google+, Twitter, the Daily 'Paper' and so on. Here are a few of my favourites.
Logan Christopher's 'Mental Muscle'
posted by Scott Andrew Bird
Filed in : Reading
All Tags : brain, mental toughness, sports psychology
Looks great.
Looking At : Sep 27, 2015
posted by Scott Andrew Bird
Filed in : Weekly summary
All Tags : air pollution, bioengineering, brain, community, fitness device, futurism, health, Nerve damage and neurological conditions, prosthetics, rehabilitation, Social Media (Twitter Google+ and Facebook), studies & trials
During the past week we've discussed a number of great links; on Google+, Twitter, the Daily 'Paper' and so on. Here are a few of my favourites.
Looking At : Sep 20, 2015
posted by Scott Andrew Bird
Filed in : Weekly summary
All Tags : bioengineering, brain, community, fitness business, fitness device, futurism, health, music, Nerve damage and neurological conditions, prosthetic, prosthetics, rehabilitation, Social Media (Twitter Google+ and Facebook), studies & trials, virtual reality, water consumption
During the past week we've discussed a number of great links; on Google+, Twitter, the Daily 'Paper' and so on. Here are a few of my favourites.
If you love talking about training, make sure you check out the Gymchats. There's a full list of previous shows here.
This week :
Gymchat 277 - Barefoot Running - Believe the Hype! (Steven Sashen)
Fantastic discussion.
NB : if you'd like to be interviewed on an upcoming show (or know someone who should be), drop us a line. It's great to find out how other people train. And if you'd like to add your comments and suggestions on the Gymchats in general, we'd love to hear them. Cheers.
just joined us? try these
There are some incredible writers on the team here. To give you an idea, check out these posts :
DIY: How to Build an Olympic Weightlifting Platform
Kat 'The Mighty Kat' Ricker
Building A Neck Of Steel
Mike 'The Machine' Bruce
Straight to the Grip Contest
Jedd 'Napalm' Johnson
A Little Yoke Work : 10 Exercises for a Bigger Neck
Scott Andrew Bird
29 Things to do with a Barbell in the Corner
Jason Kirby
Get Mental! The Psychology of Strength
Josh Hewett
Small Victories
Josh Hanagarne
If you enjoyed the articles above, check out the complete 'Best Of Straight to the Bar' list. And if you'd like to do some fitness writing yourself and submit your own piece, get in touch.
ready to get in shape?
A dose of Online Personal Training is ideal. Your place, their experience.
As you'd expect, I work with a number of Fitness Professionals myself - including the wonderful Josh Hewett. If you're about to begin your own strength-training journey, swing by his site at :
top-form-fitness.com/online-coaching
Highly recommended. If you're looking to get serious about 'getting in shape', book some time with Josh. Fantastic guy.
what we're saying
And if you'd like to see the comments as soon as they arrive, you can grab the RSS feed here.
setting up a home gym?
If you're getting ready to put together a solid Home Gym (fantastic thing), here's how.
And for more, swing by the full guide. Absolutely free.
images of strength
Want to see (and learn) more Feats of Strength like this? Dive in.
gift buying guide
When your spouse/sibling/friend is ready to 'get in shape' (or they already are), what do you get them?
No matter what sort of training they're in to, we've got a few suggestions. And if you're looking for something specific, we'll help you find out where to get it. Just leave a comment on any of the posts listed below.
There are a number of articles that may help you in your quest. Specifically :
- Grrl's Valentine's Day Wishlist (Kat 'The Mighty Kat' Ricker)
- The Bodyweight Aficionado's Guide to Gear (Jason Kirby)
- Recommended Books and DVDs on Strength-Training & Nutrition (The Straight to the Bar Authors)
And there's also the full list of the fitness-focused books and DVDs we've looked at over the years : Reading
NB : if you're still not sure what to get, there's always the option of buying them a gift card. There are certainly plenty of options; Amazon
's still my favourite.
Now it's your turn. Let us know how you get on, and feel free to share any photographs of what you bought or how it's being used.
Look forward to hearing from you.
strength calendar
Looking for an upcoming competition, or know of one in your area? Why not add it to the spreadsheet.
reading : Ferocious Fitness (Phil Ross, Marty Gallagher)
Remember this? Great book. Ferocious Fitness : A Fighter's Proven Action Plan to Develop Blazing Power, Animalistic Strength and Killer Conditioning is a distillation of Phil Ross' training wisdom, in the form of a superbly comprehensive book. We took a look at the digital version recently, and you'll be pleased to know that the paperback version is now available. Definitely worthy of a place on the fitness shelf. Phil Ross' Ferocious Fitness.
community
talking about If you tweet a lot about fitness and would love to be on this list, let me know.
giving
If you've been training for a while, gradually cleaning up your diet, no doubt you've experienced the amazing power of transformation. It's a tremendous feeling. If you're ready to give someone else a hand to transform their own lives - through education, sharing equipment, financial help - take a look at the full list of organisations on the Giving page. Cheers.
love your grip work?
Check out The Grip Authority. Fantastic site.
want to help out?
As you've doubtless noticed, in addition to the main site is a Community on Google+, Facebook and Twitter. Wherever you are, a daily dose of strength isn't all that far away.
To help run all of these sites, we're on the lookout for several additional Moderators. To welcome new community members, bring up new items to discuss and generally keep the conversations on track.
If you're already spending a bit of time at any of the above sites, and would like to offer your services as a Moderator, just drop us a line. And thanks for that, it really is appreciated.
in the wild
It’s always great to see how other people train.
If you’d like to send in a photo of yourself in action (wearing one of the Straight to the Bar Shirts of course - the latest design is here), just upload it somewhere and send us a link. Cheers.
the future of fitness
Over the years we’ve looked at the fitness industry from a number of angles - discussing the history, present approaches and potential future trends involved. Fascinating areas.
When it comes to the last part - discussing potential future trends - things get a little, well, unusual. If it’s an interest you share, or you just want to find out the types of things we think are likely, check out the posts tagged ‘Futurism’. And of course, Gymchat 224 (Roundtable) - The Future of Fitness. Superb discussion.
leave it in the ground
On Straight to the Bar we talk a lot about air pollution, primarily from a gym-owner's perspective. In the 'Leave it in the Ground' newsletter we look at the topic far more broadly - the gradual move away from the use of fossil fuels. Daily, and free.
elsewhere
As you can see, we love talking about training. In addition to the conversations on here, in the Google+ Community, Twitter and so on are discussions on several other great fitness-focussed sites.
Check out :
- Josh Hewett : Basic Home Workout for Beginners
- Al Kavadlo : The Benefits of Cold Exposure
- Diesel Crew : This Weeek in Grip – Episodes 24, 25, and 26
- Year of the Bear : 6 Week Program Wrap-Up & Looking Ahead
- Gains & Aesthetics : What The Greek God Fitness Program Is All About
Of course, we're always on the lookout for new additions to this list. If you'd like to suggest a site you've come across personally (or perhaps one that you run), drop us a line.
checking out
The Immortal Strength Harness and Water-Fillable Club This is a superb combination.
Ideal for hiking/biking/training expeditions, the harness is designed to hang on to the club on the way there. As for the club itself - fill it up with water/sand/lead shot (up to 70lb worth) and get to work. Perfect.
The Immortal Strength Harness and Water-Fillable Club.
If you're new to the world of nail bending, this is the perfect book to get. It'll show you the exact techniques you'll need to get started right away. Written by world-class bender Jedd Johnson.
The Diesel Crew's Card Tearing eBook
This is a fantastic book. If you've ever considered learning this incredible strength feat, the Card Tearing eBook is the perfect place to start. Love it.
This is a superb resource. With a focus on law enforcement personnel, it takes the form of a Facebook Group as well as one on one coaching sessions. Created by the incredible Jeff Wilson.
Mike Gillette explains the various ways to put the gymnastic rings to work - progressively - in Rings of Power. With clear emphases on both strength and rehabilitation, it's an ideal place to start.
Particularly those of us in the 'over 40' crowd.
When it comes to body transformation - whether that's an increase in strength, packing on a bit of muscle or losing a bit of excess fat - this is the perfect place to start. Dr Berardi's Precision Nutrition.
This is a fantastic book. As Josh explains, it superbly shows what's going on while you train. Love it.
The Art of Expressing the Human Body
If you've ever watched a Bruce Lee film and marveled at his strength, speed, agility, endurance, flexibility or muscularity, this book should take pride of place in your collection. Unlike many other writings covering everything from Lee's training methods to nutrition, this book is based not on the recollections of people around him; but on Lee's own notes. Brilliant.
For a full list of what we're reading at the moment (training-related and otherwise), join us on Goodreads. And for a cut-down list showing only the ones we recommend, swing by the Recommended Books & DVDs page. See you there.