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big green egg review

Big Green Egg

I love music and I’ve always envied people that can play a musical instrument. I took a few guitar lessons when I was a kid but it wasn’t something that I stuck with. I wasn’t willing to put in the time that it was going to take to acquire or to develop the…

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anova sous vide review

Anova Sous Vide

Imagine cooking pork shanks confit not in a pot on your stove or in your oven but in a plastic tub on your counter top. How about a 20-pound brisket cooked in an ice chest. Or a steak cooked perfectly medium rare- every time. Welcome to…

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vitamix review

Vitamix 5200 Blender

I used to hate blenders. The kind you used in college when you were trying to make margaritas. They just kind of gnawed on the ice and you always ended up with big chunks that never got completely gnawed.

A few years ago, I got a VitaMix. It’s like you crossed…

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This is the open book stretch and I do it on both

This is the open book stretch and I do it on both sides. I don’t do it for reps, I do it for movement. I like to get my shoulder flat on the ground and just breath into it a little. #agingshouldntsuck #scoliosis #startwhereyouare #openbook #afriendlynudge

Frozen shrimp and frozen veggies = low hassle dinn

Frozen shrimp and frozen veggies = low hassle dinner.

When I post one of these people always want to kno

When I post one of these people always want to know where to start. If you haven’t had a checkup in a while, get a “cleared to exercise” from your doc and start going for daily walks. Add body weight squats and wall sits to that and planks against a countertop and eventually on the ground. Once your legs and core are stronger, these types of mobility drills are easier. Be patient with yourself and enjoy the process. #startwhereyouare #agingshouldntsuck #afriendlynudge #groundtostanding #mobility

The wine was not a factor, but walking a straight

The wine was not a factor, but walking a straight line is a lot harder for me than balancing on one foot. Exercise helps keep us humble and resilient. #agingshouldntsuck #startwhereyouare #afriendlynudge #abalancedyou

Balance work is helpful on a bunch of levels. It r

Balance work is helpful on a bunch of levels. It reduces your fall risk and it helps strengthen your legs, glutes and core. I also think improved balance is a confidence boost. #agingshouldntsuck #startwhereyouare #afriendlynudge #abalancedyou

Just like we can’t take our strength and mobilit

Just like we can’t take our strength and mobility for granted we can’t take our mental and emotional health for granted. I’m not qualified to give advice but there are folks trained to help you navigate those tough times. Don’t try to muscle through it by yourself. #agingshouldntsuck #startwhereyouare #afriendlynudge #weallneedalittleencouragement

My daily exercise videos started when my daughter

My daily exercise videos started when my daughter posted video of me doing chin ups. What she didn’t know at the time was that the old man was quietly struggling with depression and feeling sort of irrelevant. This community has supported me and helped me find my footing. You never know when a kind word to someone is going to mean more to them than you can possibly imagine. #agingshouldntsuck #thankyou

This time of year it’s easy to get caught up in

This time of year it’s easy to get caught up in the preparation for the holidays and forget the gratitude piece. Thanks to all of you that have shared your stories with me and for your kindness and generosity. I am humbled and grateful for all of you. #thankyou #thanksgiving

If you do a search for Dean Fearing’s Tortilla-C

If you do a search for Dean Fearing’s Tortilla-Corn Bread Dressing you’ll find one of my favorite Thanksgiving dishes. My son has taken on the dressing duties but Fearing’s recipe still guides him.

I need to do a better job of following my own advi

I need to do a better job of following my own advice. I’ve been putting off surgery for years and the delay didn’t do me any favors. Being stubborn has it’s advantages at times but it also has a downside. #agingshouldntsuck #afriendlynudge #startwhereyouare #listentoyourbody

Aging shouldn’t suck but neither should exercisi

Aging shouldn’t suck but neither should exercising. Feeling better and getting stronger doesn’t need to be intimidating or excruciating. Start where you are, ease in and enjoy the process. #afriendlynudge #agingshouldntsuck #startwhereyouare #abalancedyou

5 years ago I never thought about balance, hip or

5 years ago I never thought about balance, hip or ankle mobility or hip flexor strength. All of those things were problematic for me, I just never worked on them. #agingshouldntsuck #startwhereyouare #afriendlynudge #hipflexors

Body weight squats to a pain free depth is an exce

Body weight squats to a pain free depth is an excellent starting point on your fitness journey. Walking is a wonderful way to add movement and squats help us start developing leg strength. If you have any doubts about your overall health, check with your doc. #agingshouldntsuck #startwhereyouare #afriendlynudge #abalancedyou #starthere

I have a lot of things still on my bucket list so

I have a lot of things still on my bucket list so longevity is important to me, but health span is even more crucial because I want to be an active participant and not just an observer. #agingshouldntsuck #startwhereyouare #afriendlynudge #abalancedyou

I haven’t been to the gym in months and finally

I haven’t been to the gym in months and finally decided it’s time to quit messing around and get my shoulder replaced. Stem cell injection had my shoulder feeling wonderful for about 6 weeks but there’s just too much damage and spurring for it to work long term. Ready to practice what I preach around patience and persistence. #agingshouldntsuck #startwhereyouare #shoulderreplacement #afriendlynudge

Improving your balance is a game changer. It impro

Improving your balance is a game changer. It improves your confidence and it reduces your fall risk. I’ve been amazed at how my balance has responded to practice. #startwhereyouare #agingshouldntsuck #afriendlynudge #abalancedyou #balancetraining

Exercise isn’t easy but it’s doable and it’s

Exercise isn’t easy but it’s doable and it’s essential if you want to age more on your terms. I don’t want my granddaughter having to worry about breaking grandpa so it’s time for grandpa to get a new shoulder. #agingshouldntsuck #startwhereyouare #afriendlynudge #shoulderreplacementcomingsoon

Don’t fall into the trap of believing thst you c

Don’t fall into the trap of believing thst you can’t improve your strength, balance and mobility. It’s not easy but super doable and it beats the hell out of giving up and letting age just work you over. #agingshouldntsuck #functionalfitness #startwhereyouare #afriendlynudge

Strength, stability, mobility and balance will pla

Strength, stability, mobility and balance will play a huge role in how aging feels to us. If you don’t have time or the inclination to work on those things aging is probably going to feel pretty harsh. #agingshouldntsuck #functionalfitness #startwhereyouare #afriendlynudge #abalancedyou

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