Be One: Becoming the Kind of Person You Want to Be
Be One: Becoming the Kind of Person You Want to Be This week, I spent time with people in very different seasons of life. Some were tactical professionals attending a conference, sharpening skills they had already spent decades developing. They…
Strong Legs, Strong Mind: What Leg Power Can Teach Us About Healthy Aging
Strong Legs, Strong Mind: What Leg Power Can Teach Us About Healthy Aging When most people think about brain health, they think about crossword puzzles, reading, learning new skills, or staying socially engaged. While all of those things matter, a…
Courage Comes First
Courage Comes First I’m terrified of heights. Not uncomfortable with heights. Not cautious around heights. Terrified. Which is interesting because over the years I’ve graduated from the U.S. Army’s Air Assault School, completed multiple…
Good Enough to Move
“We don’t abandon our pursuits because we despair of ever perfecting them.”— Epictetus There’s a tension most driven people live with every day. The pull between:“This isn’t good enough yet.”and“This is good enough to move.” At first, perfectionism can…
I Do, Therefore I Am
I Do, Therefore I Am There’s a famous idea often attributed to René Descartes: “I think, therefore I am.” It’s thoughtful.It’s elegant.And philosophically, it makes sense. But in real life, it falls apart pretty quickly. Because we are not what we…
Flow With Joe: 8 Weeks to Functional Strength and Resilience
I’ll be kicking off my first 8-week personal training group course tomorrow and I can’t wait! When I first picked up a kettlebell, I didn’t know it would become one of the most valuable tools in my training philosophy. From the battlefield to…
Why You Need Power Training (Even If You’re Not an Athlete)
When you think of “power training,” your mind might jump to athletes sprinting on the track or weightlifters throwing barbells overhead. But power training isn’t just for athletes—it’s a vital part of a well-rounded movement plan. While it’s…
Understanding Groups, Roles, and Status in the Context of Comprehensive Fitness
In the context of comprehensive fitness, where each domain of our lives interconnects to shape who we are, understanding groups, roles, and status becomes crucial. These concepts are not just about social interactions; they are integral to our sense of…
Relating Habit Stacking to #BetterByFriday
I am big fan of James Clear and Atomic Habits. In my approach to coaching, I remember people that we can accomplish nearly any outcome goal we set for ourselves, if we are willing to scaffold our goals and adhere to the process goals we set for…
Time Management Tips: Navigating Overwhelm in a Busy World
What: Navigating Overwhelm in a Busy World In today’s fast-paced world, feeling overwhelmed is a common experience. The Harvard Business Review article by Peter Bregman offers a practical plan to tackle this pervasive issue. Bregman outlines a…