Sometimes, adding a few calories to build muscle is a solid strategy, even if you want to become leaner and harder.Kaplifestyle readers are a passionate group. They reflect the energy of the blog beautifully with their comments and questions. This one came in on Facebook and sparked a mind-fire for me. Kap, what advice can you give to us “skinny fat” guys? Up until 6 … [Read more…]

I may be attempting to predict the future, but Eric has one-upped me.https://twitter.com/MLBONFOX/status/494352837690671104He knows I’ve consistently sung the praises of the right arm of Indians pitcher Corey Kluber. I’m fascinated hearing about the mental toughness of the man going toe to toe with King Felix tonight in Cleveland. The timing of this post is … [Read more…]

Neck stretches under running water are relaxing, particularly to the nervous system.From yogajournal.com: Many studies, including biofeedback and other disciplines, have shown that relaxation of the muscles in the neck, jaws, and face can have powerful calming effects on the entire nervous system. Fine, it doesn’t have to be in the shower, but that’s where I perform them, … [Read more…]

I’m four days into my master plan to acquire behemoth calves. Because I’m doing this workout in addition to my usual schedule, I’m training twice a day. Even though the daily calf routine requires only ten minutes, it’s still technically a workout and is by no means easy.Y’all know I encourage appropriate rest between workouts. Remember, you’re repairing tissue and building … [Read more…]

Yesterday’s post was on the topic of white versus brown rice. In an attempt to present a broad overview and represent both sides of the issue, I sourced butterbeliever.com, a site that posted this: Many people eat way, way too much fiber, which can lead to serious digestive disorders, and even colon cancer…So, everyone choking down their Fiber-One cereals and psyllium husks … [Read more…]