Awesome post. Also a big fan of the foam roller - just have to dig it out of the closet and get the dust off of it. Thanks for the permission to do those micro-sets. That's pretty much my entire exercise these days.
Good post. I like your ode to the foam roller. I feel the same poetic love about the foot massage ball I carry with me everywhere, no matter where I'm traveling. You're off to a great start with this newsletter and content.
I am also a fan of micro sets. Mostly they consist of planks, crunches, air squats and mountain climbers. But I like the idea of using my watch notifications to spur some movement. Thank you!
Marianne, thanks for your comment. That is a full complement of exercises you have in your micro set repertoire. I find that if I can consistently complete even 2 or 3 micro sets per day, they begin to become a habit in about 4-6 weeks. I'm going for habit building. Keep going!
Michael, new habits are so self-affirming, aren't they? Apparently it takes ~2 months to solidify a habit, whether it's flossing, morning stretches or not drinking after dinner. Here's to more good habits in the new year.
Michael, I appreciate you reading, and I (and many others) are with you on the strength building. It takes patience and persistence, but doing even a little bit, every day, adds up.
Awesome post. Also a big fan of the foam roller - just have to dig it out of the closet and get the dust off of it. Thanks for the permission to do those micro-sets. That's pretty much my entire exercise these days.
Good post. I like your ode to the foam roller. I feel the same poetic love about the foot massage ball I carry with me everywhere, no matter where I'm traveling. You're off to a great start with this newsletter and content.
Thanks for your note! I appreciate that. Foot massager is even better because you can carry it in a bag. Foam roller, not so much.
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I am also a fan of micro sets. Mostly they consist of planks, crunches, air squats and mountain climbers. But I like the idea of using my watch notifications to spur some movement. Thank you!
Marianne, thanks for your comment. That is a full complement of exercises you have in your micro set repertoire. I find that if I can consistently complete even 2 or 3 micro sets per day, they begin to become a habit in about 4-6 weeks. I'm going for habit building. Keep going!
Habit building has always had the best results for me.
It also helps me to be in a group - kind and of an obligation to show up and contribute.
Whenever I trained with an instructor I always immersed myself in the training. Like 12 clock hours a week instead of 6 - or 5 or 6 days a week..
Two months into it, it has become routine.
Michael, new habits are so self-affirming, aren't they? Apparently it takes ~2 months to solidify a habit, whether it's flossing, morning stretches or not drinking after dinner. Here's to more good habits in the new year.
Great post! I look forward to being stronger in 2025 and less injuries too.
I'm focused on regaining strength.
I like this post a lot.
Michael, I appreciate you reading, and I (and many others) are with you on the strength building. It takes patience and persistence, but doing even a little bit, every day, adds up.