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The Best Way to Breathe When Lifting Weights (Dr Andy Galpin & Dr Andrew Huberman)
I was asked about this yesterday - breathing during an exercise, and pointed them here. Great explanation.
Looking At : Feb 11 2024
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Fitness Reading/Listening For The Week : ‘Psychology For Dummies’ (by Adam Cash)
This week we’re diving back in to the world of mental health, with Adam Cash’s ‘Psychology For Dummies’ (‘Version 3’ in this particular case, though later iterations are likely fine). It’s a great overview of this fascinating field.
Artemis (Archery Gaming Setup)
This looks great.
The Artemis is a wonderful bow&arrow gaming setup, which works exactly how you probably hope. By ‘shooting’ at the TV.
Every Runner SHOULD Pass This Test… (BUT 93% WON’T) (Bulletproof Runners)
I failed, the first time. You?
Looking At : Feb 4 2024
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Fitness Reading/Listening For The Week : ‘The Complete Book of Yoga: Karma Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Raja Yoga, Jnana Yoga’ (by Swami Vivekananda)
Following a discussion with a friend on the subject of yoga, they recommended this book : Swami Vivekananda’s ‘The Complete Book of Yoga: Karma Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Raja Yoga, Jnana Yoga’ – a look at the four paths of yoga as expounded by Swami Vivekananda.
An interesting read.
Philips Sleep Headphones with Kokoon (Audio-Streaming Earbuds For Nighttime Use)
Recently we checked out the Ozlo Sleepbuds – a pair of music-streaming earbuds for nighttime use.
The Philips Sleep Headphones with Kokoon perform a similar function, with a slightly different form factor.
The Science of Hydration – How Much Water You Really Need (Institute of Human Anatomy)
Nice and thorough. Enjoy.
Looking At : Jan 28 2024
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