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  • The Primal Blueprint: Reprogram Your Genes for Effortless Weight Loss, Vibrant Health, and Boundless Energy
    The Primal Blueprint: Reprogram Your Genes for Effortless Weight Loss, Vibrant Health, and Boundless Energy
    by Mark Sisson

    Usually we have to go back to basics to progress, this is a great place to start!

  • Slow Death by Rubber Duck: The Secret Danger of Everyday Things
    Slow Death by Rubber Duck: The Secret Danger of Everyday Things
    by Rick Smith, Bruce Lourie, Sarah Dopp

    "Think about the toxic chemicals you put onto your body, and are exposed to on a daily basis.  Frankly, quite worrying..."

  • Born to Run: The Hidden Tribe, the Ultra-Runners, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen
    Born to Run: The Hidden Tribe, the Ultra-Runners, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen
    by Christopher McDougall

    An inspirational read, whether you are a 'runner' or not.  This book also investigates why expensive 'cushioned' running shoes increases the likelihood of injury.

  • In Defence of Food: The Myth of Nutrition and the Pleasures of Eating: An Eater's Manifesto
    In Defence of Food: The Myth of Nutrition and the Pleasures of Eating: An Eater's Manifesto
    by Michael Pollan

    An insight into real, simple and nutritious food.  Insightful.

  • Food Rules: An Eater's Manual
    Food Rules: An Eater's Manual
    by Michael Pollan

    An excellent, quick reference to the often confusing question : "What should I eat?"

  • The Paleo Diet for Athletes
    The Paleo Diet for Athletes
    by L. Cordain

    Much better than Cordain's first book "The Paleo Diet" in my opinion for those who want to consider the impact of Paleo on performance.

Entries in 35 Minutes (2)

Tuesday
Jun292010

Workout: @ Home

DateTuesday, June 29, 2010 at 22:33

interior design, home remodeling, custom decorating, commercial or residential interiors

PLYO-ISO

This workout combines both plyometric and isometric work, and requires no equipment so can easily be done at home.  However these are very challenging exercises requiring a reasonable level of conditioning before attempting, so not suitable for beginners.

I have created this combination with exercises where muscles are under tension without movement (Isometric) and the other exercises where muscles reach maximum strength in the shortest time possible (Plyometric).  A Strength and Power combo.

Workout:

1 minute Plank (hold at top of press-up position) 

10 Clap Push Ups 

30 seconds - hold a deep squat (also known as Horse Stance

1 minute Plank (hold at bottom of press-up position) 

10 Squat Jumps

1 minute (rest)


Repeat the above for 35 minutes 

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Monday
May102010

35 Minute Workout

DateMonday, May 10, 2010 at 22:42

Low Intensity: 10 mins

Concept 2 Row (Warmup) - Minimum 2000m

Medium Intensity: 10 mins 

Farmer's Walk (2 KBs)

Push Up Variations

Crocodile Walk

Bear Crawl

Crab Walks

KB Chest Carry

High Intensity: (Repeat Circuit below for 15 mins)

8 Pull-ups

20 KB Snatches

20 Weighted KB Step Ups

20 hang knee raises

20 Air Squats

20 Burpees
 

NB: KB = Kettlebells

 

This was tough!  A great way to start the week.


 

 

 

 

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