Quest of Fitness

Fitness Tip - Workout Buddy

2023-04-25T11:45:00.002-07:00

Find a workout buddy or join a fitness community to keep you accountable and motivated. Having someone to push you and cheer you on can make all the difference in achieving your goals.

Great Fitness Advice

2023-04-25T11:41:00.000-07:00

Greetings fitness enthusiasts,

First and foremost, it's essential to set realistic and achievable goals for yourself. Don't aim for drastic changes overnight, but rather focus on making small, sustainable changes that will gradually improve your overall health and fitness.

Another essential aspect of achieving your fitness goals is proper nutrition. Eating a balanced and nutrient-dense diet will provide your body with the fuel it needs to perform at its best. Consider consulting with a registered dietitian to develop a personalized meal plan that meets your specific needs and goals.

Next, make sure to incorporate regular exercise into your routine. This could include activities such as weightlifting, cardio, yoga, or any other form of physical activity that you enjoy. Try to find a workout buddy or join a fitness community to stay motivated and accountable.

It's also crucial to prioritize rest and recovery. Allow your body adequate time to recover between workouts and ensure that you are getting enough sleep each night. Overtraining and inadequate recovery can lead to injury and burnout, hindering your progress in the long run.

Finally, don't forget to celebrate your victories, no matter how small. Each milestone you reach is a step closer to achieving your ultimate goals. Keep pushing yourself, and remember that consistency and dedication are key to success.

In summary, achieving your fitness goals requires a combination of proper nutrition, regular exercise, rest and recovery, and a positive mindset. With these tips in mind, you'll be well on your way to achieving your best self.

Stay fit and stay healthy,

Quest of Fitness

Disclaimer: As always, consult a medical professional before starting a fitness/nutrition program.

Success

2021-08-13T08:30:00.001-07:00

It always seems impossible until it's done.

-Nelson Mandela

Leadership

2021-08-13T08:28:00.004-07:00

Great leaders don’t blame the tools they are given. They work to sharpen them.

– Simon Sinek

The Secret of Happiness

2021-03-24T07:26:00.003-07:00

"The secret of happiness, you see, is not found in seeking more, but in developing the capacity to enjoy less." ~ Socrates

Real Core Training for Lifters

2021-03-24T07:21:00.002-07:00

Awesome article by T-Nation about core strength:

Real Core Training for Lifters | T Nation (t-nation.com)

Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art Hardcover

2021-02-16T10:15:00.001-08:00

Here is a great book that I just finished on breathing. It has some really thought-provoking insights into how humans breathe:

Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art: Nestor, James: 9780735213616: Amazon.com: Books

Solve Big Problems Early

2021-01-07T10:05:00.000-08:00

"Solve big problems early.

Rebound after one missed workout, not a decade of inactivity.

Repair a strained relationship the next day, not years later.

Fix overspending before it becomes a lifestyle.

Problems with simple solutions at first become difficult to unwind over time."

-James Clear

If You Stop Thinking Of Exercise As A Way To Lose Weight, You May Actually Enjoy It

2021-01-04T12:44:00.005-08:00

Great article to learn to enjoy exercise! It's a matter of reframing how we view it:

If You Stop Thinking Of Exercise As A Way To Lose Weight, You May Actually Enjoy It | FiveThirtyEight

The Cycle of Improvement

2020-06-18T08:37:00.000-07:00

"The Cycle of Improvement:

1. Awareness - identify what you need to improve.

2. Deliberate practice - focus your conscious effort on the specific area you want to improve.

3. Habit - with practice, the effortful becomes automatic.

4. Repeat - begin again."

-James Clear

What Your Tongue Is Telling You: 6 Important Clues Your Tongue Can Give You About Your Health.

2020-05-14T08:12:00.002-07:00

What Your Tongue Is Telling You: 6 Important Clues Your Tongue Can Give You About Your Health.

Click Here to read the article.

Tip: Loaded Carries, Crowded Gyms

2020-01-23T08:31:00.002-08:00

Loaded carries are a great bang for your buck exercise that work the whole body. Check out a great routine here: https://www.t-nation.com/training/tip-loaded-carries-crowded-gyms

Environmental Working Group

2019-11-27T09:30:00.001-08:00

Want to find healthy products? Check out the Environmental Working Group. https://www.ewg.org/sunscreen/

11 Ways To Shorten Duration Of Colds And Flus & Build An Unstoppable Immune System.

2019-11-18T10:55:00.000-08:00

11 Ways To Shorten Duration Of Colds And Flus & Build An Unstoppable Immune System. https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/article/nutrition-articles/shorten-cold-flu-duration/

21 Must-Have, Healthy Affordable Pantry Foods (& Exactly How To Use ‘Em).

2019-11-18T09:52:00.000-08:00

Check out this great article about 21 Must-Have, Health Pantry items! https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/article/nutrition-articles/healthy-pantry-foods/

Talent vs Genius

2019-10-11T12:09:00.002-07:00

“Talent hits a target no one else can hit; genius hits a target no one else can see.” ― Arthur Schopenhauer

Happiness

2019-09-19T09:23:00.002-07:00

To improve, compare little things. -marketing strategies -exercise technique -writing tactics To be miserable, compare big things. -career path -marriage -net worth Comparison is the thief of joy when applied broadly, but the teacher of skills when applied narrowly. -James Clear

Life In the Sanitized Bubble (Or Why Probiotics Are So Important)

2019-09-06T12:35:00.002-07:00

Life In the Sanitized Bubble (Or Why Probiotics Are So Important)

Lifestraw

2019-07-16T05:33:00.000-07:00

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Air Purifier

2019-07-15T12:43:00.001-07:00

Paid Link - Avoid toxins in the environment with an air purifier:

Twist Yo Wrist

2019-06-01T15:59:00.003-07:00

Paid Link - Twist Yo Wrist is a great way to develop forearm strength. When you wear a t-shirt, your forearms are what shows more than biceps. Yet so many people neglect training them.

To purchase yours:

Hand Strength

2019-06-01T15:57:00.000-07:00

Paid Link - Hand/Grip Strength is an important thing and you definitely need to work it if you want to lift big weight.

Captains of Crush are the Gold Standard of grip strength equipment.

Dottir

2019-05-30T10:40:00.000-07:00

Paid Link:

This is a memoir by two-time CrossFit Games champion, Katrin Davidsdottir.

Dottir is two-time consecutive CrossFit Games Champion Katrin Davidsdottir's inspiring and poignant memoir. As one of only two women in history to have won the title of “Fittest Woman on Earth” twice, Davidsdottir knows all about the importance of mental and physical strength. She won the title in 2015, backing it up with a second win in 2016, after starting CrossFit in just 2011.

A gymnast as a youth, Davidsdottir wanted to try new challenges and found a love of CrossFit. But it hasn't been a smooth rise to the top. In 2014, just one year before taking home the gold, she didn't qualify for the Games. She used that loss as motivation and fuel for training harder and smarter for the 2015 Games. She pushed herself and refocused her mental game. Her hard work and perseverance paid off with her return to the Games and subsequent victories in 2015 and 2016.

In Dottir, Davidsdottir shares her journey with readers. She details her focus on training, goal setting, nutrition, and mental toughness.

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Sunrise Alarm Clock

2019-05-30T10:34:00.002-07:00

Paid Link - Our bodies are designed to wake up with the daylight sunrise. Awakening at times when it is dark can throw our bodies out of rhythm.

The sunrise alarm clock helps to mitigate this but gradually turning on a light several minutes before it goes off to simulate natural sunrise.

To Purchase:

Athlete Spotlight: Ragnheiður Sara Sigmundsdottir

2019-05-25T11:04:00.000-07:00

Following great athletes and competitors is a great way to learn about training and learn new techniques.

One such athlete is: Sara Sigmundsdottir

https://games.crossfit.com/athlete/8859/open