I thought I was doing everything right. Five days a week at the box, strict paleo diet, mobility work every night, and I even invested in a good massage gun. But I felt like absolute garbage. My lifts were stalling, I was gaining weight despite eating clean, and I’d drag myself through WODs that used…
By Joshua Shafley Looking for a yoga mat that doesn’t suck? I spent way too much time researching yoga mats so you don’t have to. Let’s dive in. 1. Sweet Sweat Yoga Mat (Dual Sided) Why it’s good: The downsides: 2. BalanceFrom Extra Thick High Density Mat Why it’s good: The downsides: 3. NewMe Fitness…
By Joshua ShafleyMay, 2024 Your legs hurt, your feet swell, and you’ve just spent six hours cramped on a plane wondering if your ankles will ever be the same again. If that sounds familiar, compression socks might be your new best friend. I’ve been testing the best compression socks for weeks now (my calves have…
Looking for a way to torture yourself in icy water for the sake of health benefits? Great news – you can now do it at home without a permanent installation or emptying your bank account. I’ve researched five popular inflatable cold plunge tubs so you don’t have to freeze your fingers off comparing specs online….
The air inside your home is probably filthier than you think. And with 2025 bringing more wildfire smoke, pollen, and pet dander than ever, a good air purifier isn’t just nice to have – it’s essential. But here’s the thing: most people waste money on purifiers that are either underpowered, overpriced, or both. So I…
https://www.pexels.com/photo/crop-ethnic-client-discussing-problems-with-anonymous-psychologist-5699431 You’re about to hear something no one wants to admit: Relapse is common. In fact, 85% of people will experience a relapse during the first year of treatment. 85%. That’s a big number, but here’s what they don’t tell you about relapse… It doesn’t mean you failed. In fact, it’s a completely normal part…
By Joshua ShafleyDecember 2024 Ever felt like a wrung-out dishrag after a workout? Or woken up after a night out feeling like someone replaced your brain with sandpaper? That’s your body screaming for electrolytes. Here’s the no-BS breakdown of what works, what’s overpriced, and which ones actually taste like something other than licking a salt…
By Josh ShafleyJanuary 2025 Branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) are everywhere these days. Walk into any supplement store and you’ll find 50 different products with flashy labels promising to help you: But here’s the thing – not all BCAAs are created equal. Some are overpriced sugar water with amino acids sprinkled in. Others actually deliver. I’ve…
So you want to join the cult of plant protein? Cool. I’ve got the breakdown on the best options out there, what’s actually in them, and who they’re perfect for. Let’s jump right in. 1. NaturesPlus SPIRU-TEIN, Chocolate What it is: One of the OG meal replacements that’s been around forever. It’s got 14g of…
Ever eaten a delicious meal only to feel like there’s a cement mixer in your stomach afterward? Digestive enzymes might be the answer. But with so many options, how do you choose? I’ve done the research so you don’t have to. Let’s break down the top digestive enzyme supplements of 2025 – what works, what…