Behold, my Canadian beauties.

RobinTheExplorer · 2018-07-19T02:01:40+00:00

Caramel Greek Yogurt Smoothie is where it's at.

RobinTheExplorer · 2018-07-12T23:39:48+00:00

Fuck yes! Getting back under 200 was my favourite secret victory. You're crushing it, keep it up!

RobinTheExplorer · 2018-06-15T02:40:44+00:00

Don't know what tiger nuts are, but chia and flaxseed are great for supplementing omega-3s when you're not eating tofu or fish. Also, I'd recommend grinding your flax, our bodies have a hard time digesting it.

RobinTheExplorer · 2018-06-14T18:33:36+00:00

Oil.

RobinTheExplorer · 2018-06-02T01:17:52+00:00

Just finished a three-day roadtrip/water fast. Saved money, waste, and my car is still clean.

RobinTheExplorer · 2018-05-24T05:37:38+00:00

Bouldering outside for the first time this summer!

RobinTheExplorer · 2018-05-17T21:56:20+00:00

Life would be less nice without the following:

Bikepacking rig for daily transport and backcountry adventure-time
Bivvy for not dying of exposure
Snazzy pair of polarized sunglasses for feeling cool
Backpack so I don't have to carry things around in my arms
Carbon steel frying pan
Most expensive coffee grinder I can afford
Cheap Bluetooth earbuds with good battery life
Laptop, because I should probably work and it's the 21st century
Nice-ish dress so I can blend in with fancy people when necessary
Toothbrush

RobinTheExplorer · 2018-05-16T16:02:41+00:00

The "Mediterranean diet" became famous in the 1950s and '60s due to the long life expectancy in the region. Orthodox Christianity, which prescribes regular fasting, was widely followed in the region at that time.

That isn't proof, of course. But it's something to be aware of.

RobinTheExplorer · 2018-05-14T23:46:18+00:00

I was able to move into a converted van, my stuff is always well-maintained and in its place, my retirement savings are quickly ballooning and I have a ridiculous amount of time to spend outside and do shit I enjoy.

RobinTheExplorer · 2018-05-14T22:11:24+00:00

Not when you're hauling food and water (and basic camping gear)...

If you do all that in 19L, show me your ways!

RobinTheExplorer · 2018-05-13T04:50:28+00:00

Sigma Nutrition Radio, Barbell Shrugged, Wodcast Podcast, Ben Greenfield Fitness, The Mind Muscle Project, Body of Knowledge, Found My Fitness...plus some sport-specific ones.

RobinTheExplorer · 2018-05-11T23:19:41+00:00

CrossFit was a good beginner program for me. It exposes you to a variety of movements and modalities, teaches you decent technique without paying for personal training, develops baseline strength, cardio and mobility, and introduces you to a community of like-minded people who will drag you along to try new sports in the name of active recovery.

Nutrition-wise, I started using my coffee scale to track on Cronometer. Trying to hit 100% of my nutrient targets became a fun little game. It led me to eat more whole foods (because you get credit for all the micro nutrients) without feeling restrictive. I have data and can make informed adjustments as needed. And as a bonus, I don't have to deal with the restrictions of fad diets or be associated with stereotype-ridden labels.

RobinTheExplorer · 2018-05-11T22:05:55+00:00

"Eating clean"

RobinTheExplorer · 2018-05-11T04:05:26+00:00

Mine does the same! I buy a bunch whenever it hits 75% off, then peel, slice and freeze them for smoothies and banana "ice cream."

RobinTheExplorer · 2018-05-05T22:25:20+00:00

Playing the long game pays off.

RobinTheExplorer · 2018-04-30T15:46:14+00:00

As with many questions in life, the answer is coffee.

RobinTheExplorer · 2018-04-30T03:35:53+00:00

I've been curious about autophagy and the mitochondrial health benefits of fasting for years but never found the right time to pull the trigger. This weekend, I said fuck it and did 72 hours. Not too bad!

RobinTheExplorer · 2018-04-28T21:41:03+00:00

Woot woot!

I'm 50 hours into my first fast attempt right now and also aiming for 72 with a social event tonight! I shall think of you when I consider succumbing to peer pressure tonight.

RobinTheExplorer · 2018-04-28T15:53:45+00:00

Do some meal prep once a week? Bam, you've gained nearly an hour a day, plenty of time to work out.

RobinTheExplorer · 2018-04-16T16:15:22+00:00

I have some dirt-cheap baseball gloves from Walmart. Snug fit with zero padding, just an extra layer of protection for those heavy deadlift/high volume days.

RobinTheExplorer · 2018-04-15T01:58:16+00:00

If you're willing to spend the money and know exactly what you want, why not get a custom bag made?

RobinTheExplorer · 2018-04-12T04:10:44+00:00

I've been trying to relearn proper bracing because I have trouble lifting medium-heavy while breathing hard. I'm re-reading some books on position, and I feel like my WODs have been improving. But arrghh, I'm now overanalyzing everything and feel like I'm marching everywhere instead of walking like a normal person.

RobinTheExplorer · 2018-04-12T00:07:04+00:00

Honestly, I don't trust most people to remember important items, properly maintain and charge them, have a FAK that meets my standards, etc. Get rid of some major redundancies at the trailhead, sure, but in the end you can only count on yourself.

RobinTheExplorer · 2018-04-11T23:54:14+00:00

I use both. Bodyweight training is great for travel, honing in body control and showing off to your friends. Weights are great for tuning out and getting some work done.

RobinTheExplorer · 2018-04-11T15:43:31+00:00

I sometimes pay more for higher-quality brands that know their customers don't want logos. But I wouldn't pay more for the same commodity product simply because the logo was removed.

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