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Looking At : Jan 18 2026
This Week On Straight To The Bar…
Fitness Reading/Listening For The Week : ‘Reset Your Health’ (by Jamie Oliver)
Jamie Oliver’s ‘
Enjoy.
KETOSPIKE Cocoa (Drink for when on ketogenic or very low-carb diets)
A recent dose of Tim Ferriss’ ‘5-Bullet Friday’ mentioned KETOSPIKE Cocoa. Formulated by Dominic D’Agostino, Ph.D., and Csilla Ari D’Agostino, Ph.D., it’s a drink powder which affords a mild but noticeable cognitive boost for 2–3 hours.
Interesting.
The Future of Longevity – What Comes After Diet & Exercise (Siim Land)
Fascinating area. Enjoy.
Looking At : Jan 11 2026
This Week On Straight To The Bar…
Fitness Reading/Listening For The Week : ‘Dolce Vita : Ditch the Booze and Step into the Good Life’ (by Paul Churchill)
Paul Churchill’s ‘
Dive in.
K-25 (Adjustable Pillow)
We’ve looked at a number of sleep-related devices over the years, and the K-25 is a recent addition to the group. Both the temperature and size/shape of the pillow are adjustable.
This pizza makes gaining muscle effortless (Exercise4CheatMeals)
Great way to get your protein in.
Looking At : Jan 4 2026
This Week On Straight To The Bar…
Fitness Reading/Listening For The Week : ‘Calisthenics Insider Podcast’ (by GORNATION)
I’m currently checking out several podcasts which were suggested to me over the past day or three. Next on the list – GORNATION’s ‘
Looks good.