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Becoming Superman: Kick the Krap out of Kryptonite

When I was a little kid, I went as Superman for Halloween probably five or six years in a row.  I’m not kidding.  I freaking loved Superman, watching all of the movies on repeat and wearing a cape as often as possible.  I even wore red undies on the outside sometimes.  Yup.  So, why did [...]

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How to Deal With Life When Sh** Happens

Last week, I received this email from a Nerd Fitness reader:
“I am 33 years old, have recently gone through a divorce, lost my job, my house, and am in the process of putting my life back together. Despite losing so much, I have decided to use this time to perfect myself as a man.”
Wow.
Lesser men [...]

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How to Lose Weight Without Doing One Minute of Exercise

This picture has absolutely nothing to do with today’s article.  I just love Homer, and I wanted to get your attention…although you might be eating a doughnut right now as you read this.  Let’s hope not.
Before I start, I want to let you know I’m not condoning zero exercise.  In fact, exercise is freaking [...]

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The 28-Day Challenge: Are You Up For It?

What’s with the beach?  Keep reading and find out.
While I was out at sea last week, I had an article published over on Art of Manliness: 8 Reasons You Need to Rediscover Your Passion for Exercise.  I feel really honored to be a part of that site, so thanks Brett and Kate! If you’re new [...]

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What Do You Want to Do Before You Die?

I just bawled my eyes out while watching MTV.
Now, before you judge me (boo pre-judgement), please hear me out.  I just finished watching the latest episode of The Buried Life, a show that has quickly become my favorite 30 minutes of television every week.  What the heck is The Buried Life, you ask?

The Buried Life [...]

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