I keep an extra pair of pushup handles next to my TV. Now, I don't require  pushup handles to do pushups, and I often sprinkle in pushups or burpees throughout the day, sans-handles (handles-free). But, you better believe that every time I watch TV I see those slick, black, beautiful PVC handles right there, staring back at me. And that visual flicks a switch in my brain that makes me think, "oh? Maybe I should knock out some pushups while I'm just sitting here....yes, why wouldn't I take...

"The secret of happiness is not in seeking more, but in developing the capacity to enjoy less." -Socrates My man, señor Socrates....I feel that, bro. I've been feeling that way for the past few years and it's true. Less (albeit, with higher quality) reigns supreme.  This seems to be true in fitness, friendships, material possessions, spouses (monogamy humor), and even hobbies/pass times...just to name a few.

01/10/2026 Workout of the Day. Legs Warm up: 1-2 sets of any ab exercise. Ex 1: Bulgarian split squats-2×10-15 Ex 2: 2 hand kettlebell swings-2×15-20 (go heavy) Ex 3: heel elevated narrow stance squat-2×15-20 (go deep; knees way forward) Ex 4: calf raise-2×15-25 Total Time = 20 minutes Protein shake + apple consumed. Off to walk along the river for a bit. Prioritize your health every day. It's the only thing you truly own.