Here’s a workout I did the other day. It was all pushes, concentrating on chest, shoulders and triceps.
Archives for 2009
Say NO to Machines!
The machines in the weight room are like the water cooler in the office. It’s where everyone goes to chat and think they’re getting a workout in, except there’s probably less sweating going on at the machines than there is at the water cooler.
“Live it up, because you don’t know tomorrow” – my Nona
My Nona comes down a few times a year and brightens up our lives with every visit. She grew up in Italy and started a family during the Second World War. She’s a tough woman who’s had a hard life by many people’s standards, although she’d never look at it that way.
5 Things I Learned in 2009
If you haven’t noticed I’ve been taking some time off for Christmas but I thought it would be nice to have a year end review about what I’ve learned in 2009. This year’s been a big one in the learning department. I’ve started my own business, built my own site and have started writing an […]
What it means to be a Man – Developing character, not just your body
“Everyone tries to define this thing called character. It’s not hard. Character is doing what’s right when nobody’s looking.” James J. Braddock knew what it meant to be a man. He wouldn’t let anything get in the way of taking care of his family, not even his own pride.
6 pack abs – simplified
I could write a book about how to get a six-pack there’s so much to talk about with it.
Sleep is the cousin of death – NONSENSE!
I couldn’t find a pic of me sleeping, so here’s my dog. I’ve heard this saying for years, that “sleep is the cousin of death.” The idea that while you’re sleeping, that someone else is out there working hard. And hard work brings success so sleeping must be evil…
LEGS – Fat loss + Weight gain
Here’s a quick video I did the other day. Whether you’re trying to gain weight or lose weight, your legs are may be the most important group of muscles to work.
7 Things that’ll get you the body you want
Take a look at yourself in the mirror. 1. Stop making excuses.
The Bucket List: continued
Here’s me with a glass of Birra Moretti, one of my favorite beers, in New York’s Little Italy. A place I’ve always wanted to visit. Things I’d like to do before I kick the bucket.
Douchebagitis
Douchebags! Douchebagitis is a disease that’s been attacking gyms for years now.
Killer Shoulders Workout
Shoulders anyone? I just finished a great shoulders and traps workout. It’s been a while since the last time I implemented any olympic lifts into my workouts. They used to be a big part of my training, especially when I was fighting. They’re great for power, quickness, and are some of the best exercises for […]
Perks of Having Your Best Body
Some of the perks of being fit. I love being in the best shape of my life. I’ve gained 30 lbs of muscle over the past year and a half and I’m loving it. I’m also loving life.
Beer, The Godfather & Eggnog
Yesterday morning it was -1 when I walked out my front door. I froze my ass off which finally made me come to the realization that yes, it’s winter.
Get Jacked! FREE Workout
I tried a bit of a different workout today. Instead of doing giant sets like I normally do, I just did supersets, followed by a giant + drop set.