But now I am officially hooked! And not just because it fills a hole in my training, but it’s also extremely fun, mentally challenging, and gratifying! Also, for the wise ones who value strength:weight ratio, what better activity exists that demands such a great one?

Tough Mudder is literally snapping necks and cashing checks! If you haven’t heard, TM is a challenge (not a race) which tests physical conditioning and pain/discomfort threshold during 10-12 miles and 30 +/- military style obstacles. Tri State on 11/12/11 was my second go ’round; an opportunity for redemption after being severely humbled by the VT course in May. Video below courtesy of fellow Sofa King Team Member Bill:

Hello folks! Once again it’s been a long time since you’ve heard from me! Life’s a little different as I write this: first, typing is weird with a hunk of metal on my left ring finger; second, I no longer have to refer to LL as my fiancé (so sick of that word!), and third, I’m sporting a decent tan in November!

A wise woman recently told me to give someone “the gift of time.” Talk about a meaningful sacrifice! Which is why it means much more than anything tangible IMO. Having said that, I could really use an extra couple weeks these days…I haven’t had a planned “workout” in almost one month and my days as a single man are dangerously numbered. However, as you’ve read here before, through healthy eating, IF, play, and the occassional skill practice, I’m feeling a lot less squishy than expected!

Indoor skill development session: Warmed up with a bunch of different movements and a kettlebell complex.  Then hit some tough balance-oriented strength moves: Walk-out HSPU with TRX Single leg DL with 16kg KB on Balance beam Sweet tan lines bro. Saturday’s beach adventure with Timmy D: Met up with an ole college friend at Narragansett Town Beach.  Nothing specific was on the...