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  • The Paleo Solution
    The Paleo Solution
    by Robb Wolf

    Still reading this, will post a full review on completion.  But so far an outstanding book.

  • 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

    An alternative to Cordain's first book "The Paleo Diet" if who want to consider the impact of Paleo on athletic performance.  It is mainly for endurance athletes but an interesting read.

Entries in Elephant Walk (2)

Thursday
Sep092010

Workout: Four to the Floor

Warmup: 

  • 10 Push-Ups
  • 10 Air Squats
  • 10 Sit-Ups
  • 10 Narrow Grip Pull-Ups
  • 10 Tricep Dips
  • 10 Bodyweight Rows
  • 10 Walking Lunges
  • 10 Back Extensions

Workout:*

  • 4 x Deadlifts, 4 x Upright Row, 4 x Hang Clean, 4 x Push Press (43kg/95lb)
  • 4 x Bench Press (60kg/132lb)
  • 24 metre Bear Crawl 
  • 24 metre Crab Walk
  • *Repeat the above circuit 4 times

Rest as requireds on completion of the 4 rounds, then attempt the finisher.

Finisher:

  • 10 Elephant Walks (hold for 2 seconds, final rep hold for 10 seconds)
  • 25 metre Bunny Hops

Main Workout Time:

Mitch: 19 minutes

Darryl: 14 Minutes

Thursday
Jul012010

Exercise of the Month - Elephant Walk