So unrealistic

These knees aren't what they used to be

Where art thou Summer?

How are you really

Right in front of my salad?

It's not that deep

Welcome back, weekend gym warriors and those devoted to the art of exercise! It's that time of the week again. No, not leg day. It's meme day! After a recent move, it's no longer convenient or even practical for me to continue attending my old gym. I will always cherish the memory of my old exercise haunt, it's just time to move on. I have yet to establish a membership, but there's a gym a few blocks away. And I've got my eye on it. While I hope it can fit the standards of my old spot, I can on…

So much product placement

$2 million a year for this

Have you ever gone to the gym and found yourself frustrated that there are so many people using the machines and equipment? A line for the dumbbells? That's ridiculous! Sure, those sorts of occurrences are annoying, but have you ever thought that the world doesn't revolve around you? Everybody else is there for the same reason as you, to get a little workout in . If you have a problem with that, maybe plan to work out at a less busy time or develop a little bit of patience. It might not be the…

When was the last time you looked in a mirror? Are your eyes sunken? Is your skin blotchy? Have you had a vague headache all day? If you answered “yes” to any or all of these questions, it might be time for you to drink some more water . We need to appreciate water a little bit more. It carries the weight of the entire planet on its shoulders, but what thanks does it get? There are people out there who refuse it, opting instead for the additive embrace of Diet Coke. There’s nothing wrong with i…

Last week, I went to the gym for the first time in at least a year. Most likely longer than that. It felt incredible! The satisfaction that comes from committing oneself to a full, rigorous gym routine is unmatched. The next day, it felt terrible. It's easy to forget how hard muscle aches hit you after you get back to working out. I expected it, but I was definitely not ready for it. I've gone a few times since then. Now, I kind of think of it as positive pain. My muscles are doing their thing;…

Stop what you're doing for just a minute. Take a look around the room. What's next to you? What are you drinking? Coffee? Juice? Please, don't say soda. Me? I've got a big jar of ice water. The way that it's supposed to be. We all know how important hydration is for the optimal functioning of our bodies. But I don't think we appreciate it as much as we should. Admittedly, I'm only a recent water convert. Only in the past few months have I started drinking the daily recommended amount of water.…

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