Content tagged with "health"
The author discusses the concept of “preemptive eating,” a method of eating small portions in the moment to avoid hunger, rather than eating full meals at every sitting. This approach, which the author finds to be beneficial, allows for a wider variety of food, less temptation to overeat, and less mental focus on food. The author also mentions that The Economist’s Diet recommends against the idea of multiple meals a day, as it increases temptation and has no scientific proof of its benefits.
The document discusses the saying “Everything worth doing is worth doing poorly,” suggesting that even if one’s efforts are not perfect, they can still provide benefits. It uses the example of exercise, suggesting that some effort is better than no exercise, and encourages continuous progress, even if it’s inconsistent. The document also references the “ Swiss Cheese Model of pandemic defense,” which suggests that preventative measures are cumulative and can help stop transmission, even if they have multiple holes.
The author discusses the shift in emphasis from the American exercise industry, which is muscle-centric to CrossFit, which is movement-centric. CrossFit focuses on improving at movements, not just individual muscles, and while muscle development is incidental, it is crucial for improving at the movement itself. The author uses the example of the Toes 2 Bar movement, which is not designed to isolate specific muscles, but to perform a movement well.
The common belief that one should drink eight glasses of water per day is a long-standing medical myth, first suggested in a 1945 publication by the National Food and Nutrition Board. However, studies have found no scientific evidence supporting this recommendation, suggesting that most people get most of their water from solid food and that increased fluid intake may not necessarily be beneficial.
The author discusses the importance of self-image in maintaining a healthy lifestyle, particularly in relation to weight loss. He shares his experience of losing 80-90 pounds over 13 months by viewing himself as an athlete, which led to a significant increase in his weight. However, after a week in Europe, he realized he had shifted his self-image to that of a couch potato, which led to an increase in his weight and a decrease in his workout routine.
The author has committed to passing the U.S. Army Ranger entrance exam at the age of 40, a physical fitness test necessary for consideration for Ranger School. The exam includes six benchmarks, including 49 pushups, 59 sit-ups, six overhand chin-ups, a five-mile run in 40 minutes, a two-mile run in 15 minutes, and a 16-mile hike with 65 pounds of gear. The author has made progress in these areas and is confident they can meet the requirements.