The transverse abdominis, sometimes known as the corset muscle, is the deepest of the major abdominal muscles.  It is arguably one of the most important muscles for maintaining a strong core, stabilizing the spine, and prevent injury during a whole host of movements.  Including transverse abdominal exercises to your workout plays a strong part in [...] Read the full article

A few months ago while traveling on business, I had to opportunity to go for a Sanibel Lighthouse beach run, which was quite an enjoyable experience.  So, when my wife asked about taking a family vacation to celebrate her 40th birthday, Sanibel was a natural choice.  Despite what she may say about her fear of [...] Read the full article

As most people who travel for business know; its downright exhausting.  Travel disrupts sleeping patterns and usually involves eating out more, which does nothing for the waistline.  But, as evidenced by my Ventana Canyon Trail Hike and Sanibel Island Run over the last few months, if you make the time, it affords opportunities to explore [...] Read the full article

The rectus abdominis, which is the muscle group known for creating the much sought-after “6-pack,”  is the most visible of the abdominal muscle groups, and the one most worked most heavily worked when doing crunches.  This large flat muscle starts at the pubis, and extends to the rib cage, connecting at the 5th, 6th, and [...] Read the full article

A recent business trip provided me with my first opportunity to travel to Tucson, AZ.   While I was there, I managed to squeeze in a few hours for my first ever desert hike.  The Ventana Canyon Trail was a unique experience. Ventana Canyon Trail Hike As most readers know, I occasionally travel on business, [...] Read the full article

Last week, I had to travel for business.  Generally speaking, business travel entails too little sleep, and too much food, but I always make an effort to find someplace different to hit the pavement.  I don’t really enjoy running on a treadmill, and mid-October is a good time to be out on the sand in [...] Read the full article

I was talking with a friend a few weeks ago, and we were exchanging stories about how getting old sucks, and debating whether its actually better than the alternative, when the subject of stretching came up.  As a military guy, he’s suffered from recurrent back and shoulder pain for a number of years.  Recently, he [...] Read the full article