Now this is a post I’ve really been looking forward to writing. As the title states…The Lifetime Athlete App is Live! This is exciting news because the debut of the App represents evolution in the company as well as a new chapter in our content and structure. My mission has always been to guide people toward the highest levels of…
It’s been a while since I’ve done one of these…so here goes everything! This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching and Training Services. Our focus is helping you to achieve peak athletic performance in any sport or fitness pursuit…fine tune your body composition to get lean, healthy, shredded, and jacked…and solve the root cause of injury…
In this episode of the pod, I share some stories and tips about late season elk hunting…and more! This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching and Training Services. Our focus is helping you to achieve peak athletic performance in any sport or fitness pursuit…fine tune your body composition to get lean, healthy, shredded, and jacked…and solve…
Hello Amazing and Wonderful Tribe Member! I hope you had a fabulous Thanksgiving and also took advantage of a few killer deals (Black Friday, etc.) on exercise equipment upgrades for your gym. As you are well aware, we are moving into winter. We’re also beginning a new Training Block. In our Annual Training Plan, we use a block periodization system…
Happy Thanksgiving. In this episode I discuss some unique aspects of the gratitude I have for my family, friends, clients, and this great TLA community. I have also included 6 bonus workouts for you to try out. A couple of gym sessions and a few cool tactics to keep your training going over the Holiday! Enjoy! This podcast was brought…
Greetings Peeps! Happy Thanksgiving to you. I hope you are setting up for a fantastic holiday that features feasting, family, fellowship…and fitness! Most years around this time I produce a bit of content around those themes and this one is no exception. While I try to maintain a perspective of gratitude all the time, it’s during this season when I…
This is a little op-ed piece that I’ve been wanting to get out for a while. The topic has been on my mind practically forever but I don’t think I’ve ever stated my position quite this way. The care and feeding of the optimized human requires more than just nutrition, although that is very important. The model I’ve developed, which…
Perhaps the title lacks a little originality, but it’s genuine. This has been a great summer so far, but for me it has seemed to fly by more quickly than usual. I was sort of on the “party circuit” in June and July. We had several birthday parties, retirement parties, weddings, and BBQ celebrations to attend. Like 3-4 times per…
A lot of people run as their primary form of aerobic exercise. Many athletes, in all sorts of sports and not just running, need to be able to access their speed and go fast. At least if they want to be competitive or even win. Interestingly, the game of life also benefits greatly from sprinting. But you have to warm…
Wanna go fast? You gotta earn that right! We all do. In this edition of the Speed Week series, I discuss preparatory training for speed. How to use tempos in lifting, plyometrics, and more. This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching and Training Services. Our focus is helping you to achieve peak athletic performance in any…
The title of today’s post makes me think that listening to Billy Squier’s “Emotions in Motion” album would be a good way to set the scene for this topic. I’ve been having some great interactions with members of our community and the subject of emotions, hormones, and metabolism has been getting some attention. Today’s discussion is a brief exploration of…
Last year, during the summer of 2022, I toyed with several conditioning goals. Honestly, most of those revolved around rehabilitation from my late 2021 shoulder reconstruction. There was also some deconditioning to be addressed secondary to a major medical experience. As much as I knew the best way to stay in shape is to never let yourself get out of…
Recently, I sent out a “community query” and I’m delighted to state that I received some outstanding feedback. First of all, to everyone who commented, thank you very much. I appreciate your participation and assistance with this project. In that inquiry I asked 3 simple questions: The responses I received were very insightful. They both validated what I’ve been doing…
Power. Here’s a short and sweet dispatch about power. What it is, why you need it, and how to get it. Power is a frequently used word in our world. It describes battery levels, the electric grid, turning on devices, and personality characteristics. Put it in front of “nap” or “dump” and it makes those things sound more impressive and…
You are a Lifetime Athlete community member and I appreciate YOU! I’ve got 3 quick questions to ask you so that I can get some feedback to help shape the platform here at TLA. A topic you want to get into, your big goal right now, and how you like to engage with TLA information. If you can take a…
A couple of years ago, I wrote an article entitled “CrossFit vs. Hyrox vs. Spartan…Who is the Fittest?” That post was very well-received and it’s been one of my most popular to date. In the article I compared the different fitness competitions and identified the types of athletes that tend to do best at each discipline. All-around fitness is an…
Howdy you amazing and fantastic community member! There’s been so much going on lately I felt like an update of sorts was in order. I’m often humbled and inspired by how my job description continues to be refined and defined. Offering the promise of vitality. Applying advanced athletic and wellness science to the general population. Trying to stave off The…
And another week is upon us! And what a glorious one it shall be! Spring! Easter! Full Body Split! Maybe not necessarily in that order! The key now is to stay strong, to stay the course. Seasons are changing and we just need to squeak out a little bit more intense gym work to prepare us for the outdoor season.…
Everyone is an athlete. Everyone can be an athlete. Everyone should be an athlete. The minute you start seeing yourself as an athlete, good things happen. Your athletic identity guides you to not just exercise, eat well, and be healthy – but to train for peak performance in your chosen sport or passion pursuit. Almost magically, your behaviors become purpose-driven…
In this episode, I offer up some gift ideas for Lifetime Athletes. I also have a special present for you, our valued audience and community! This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching and Training Services. Our focus is helping you to achieve peak athletic performance in any sport or fitness pursuit…fine tune your body composition to…
This episode is sort of a year-end report. I discuss some of the things that were highlights in 2022 and give a sneak peak into a few projects coming in 2023. Thanks for listening and enjoy! This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching and Training Services. Our focus is helping you to achieve peak athletic performance…
I wasn’t exactly sure what I was going to call this post, so it is indeed a report from TLA HQ! Technically, every post I write comes out of the headquarters of The Lifetime Athlete so I guess that’s pertinent. I’ve worked with a couple clients in Europe and South America so I can literally say I’m writing from the…
Today’s episode is Hunting Adventures with Phil Cox! The term “hunting adventures” of course has multiple meanings. You may be a hunter like Phil who ventures afield and has a grand adventure. Or you may be seeking an adventurous experience in any life pursuit. This show is packed with both. Phil is a fantastic human who shares his true zest…
Week 2 of month 1 of the Agility Block! Does it get any better? K-Katt the 666 Devil Runner and Bill the Ice Ninja and I just finished up this week’s MasterClass. We broke down squat mechanics and did an atmospheric entry workout to kick off the season. Saturday mornings at 9 will be awesome all winter! This week we…
It’s Thanksgiving time. This is a fabulous time of year when we officially celebrate the end of Autumn, the bountiful harvest, and our good fortune. Beyond the gatherings and turkey dinners, we have many traditions to appreciate the season and opportunities to officially reflect on our gratitude. Today’s missive is entitled “Thanksgiving Thoughts” and it’s a combination of things I’m…
Wow! What an Endurance Block it has been! I hope you have enjoyed the past 3 months of training, and also that doozy of a test week we just accomplished. Daddy is tired and I bet you are too. We are going to do a very casual deload this week before we rev up and begin our 2-month Agility Block. …
Autumn is an amazing season. It’s my favorite. But I recognize it’s also important to know that every season has its attributes…and we should appreciate them all. But fall, to me, feels even more special. I love the way the light takes on that golden hue, and how the nights are crisp. Ancestrally, fall represented the peak of our hunting…
You can get your kicks on Route 66…but you can also get them on Nine Twenty-Six! This 4th and final week of month 1 in our 3-month Endurance Training Block features a mild deload which you can customize. You can adjust loads and durations in these sessions to get what you need (and so richly deserve). Did I mention that…
Now here’s a topic that’s near and dear to my heart…and it’s a central tenet at The Lifetime Athlete. Speed can be developed at any age, especially if you use some of the methodology in this discussion. This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching and Training Services. Our focus is helping you to achieve peak athletic…
Lately I’ve been in a rabbit hole studying longevity versus quality of life, and comparing performance to basic functional abilities. I’ve been examining the available literature on these topics as well as trying to be an observant human in the midst of every person in my circle existing as a case study. The research is quite interesting to say the…
In this episode I had the absolute pleasure of visiting with Andrew Just, co-founder of Train Fitness. Andrew and I discussed the exciting new app from Train Fitness that uses AI to identify, track, and record resistance exercise. This product brings anaerobic training into the same technology-supported arena that aerobic athletes have enjoyed for decades. Listen in to see how…
This is really advice for every athlete, because we are all aging. Everyone is, can be, and should be an athlete. This episode discusses some interesting statistics and is filled with tips and suggestions to make you Hard to Kill…on the playing field and in the game of LIFE! This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching…
I was recently doing a bit of traveling. As is often the case, I found myself pondering and reflecting on the human experience, at least my version of it. I don’t travel as much as I used to. I know that’s true for many of us, and for a variety of reasons. A number of friends, colleagues, and family members…
Yesterday was WhipperSnapper Wednesday. That was the theme of the daily email (The T2 eBlast!) that goes out to our Training Tribe members. The message was Get. Younger. Today. That was no joke and the tips and motivation the members received related to the training we are doing this month. We are in the Strength Training Block and we’re working…
In this mailbag episode we discuss several questions from our listeners and Lifetime Athlete community. Should you sign up for an event in the future to keep you motivated and consistent in training? Or should you wait until you are nearing peak shape to pick an event? When a muscle feels tight, do you stretch it, stretch elsewhere, or look…
Hi there, friend! Have you ever heard the term “load management” and wondered exactly what that meant? Have you pondered how you can manage loads in both training and life to be more successful in performance and health? That’s what this relatively brief read will explain. Let’s dive in! Before we can get to managing load, we have to understand…
Coach Lee Taft returns to the show. Today, Lee and I discuss the concept of speed training made simple. Lee defines speed and its value for athletes and fitness enthusiasts of all levels. We cover common misconceptions about speed, and offer a number of suggestions and tips to help you to safely and effectively incorporate more speed into your training…
Coaching a Lifetime Athlete involves some very important considerations. In today’s discussion, PK & I review a number of concepts that lead to long term success in the coaching relationship, and in athletic prowess. Much of this episode stems from a conversation I recently had with a client who helped me flesh out the topic. This show includes several pearls…
As we progress through our series this month on Peak Performance Training, we’ve gone from personalizing training to making workouts more effective. Now, we arrive at intelligent training. And we do this by using the WISE System. This is my proprietary system that I use with all my coaching clients. It’s a numeric and color-coded method that allow us to…
As the world is engulfed in the COVID-19 pandemic, we need to band together to most effectively deal with this crisis. My deep concern goes out to anyone who has been adversely affected. The information we’ve received from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and other organizations, is important for us to employ. Recommendations regarding hygiene tactics, temporary social…
Becoming, and remaining, a Lifetime Athlete…is as easy as 5-3-1. In this episode, PK & I discuss the 5-3-1 System and how it can help you to crush sports goals, achieve high fitness, ultimate wellness, and an amazingly satisfying life. You’ll learn how to combine the 5 foundational pillars of Lifelong Health with the 3 essential elements of Peak Performance.…
Becoming — and remaining — a lifetime athlete…is as easy as 5-3-1. Employ the 5 foundational components of lifelong health. Then add in the 3 essential elements of peak performance. And you become the 1 optimally-functioning beast for which your genes are programmed: A LIFETIME ATHLETE. Many of you will say “Where can I sign up?” or “How can I…
