Simply Not Easy

The illusion of control is a powerful one, and just a mere illusion. There is so much in our lives that we have no direct influence over. This is a current personal battle for me. The secret to success may lie at the intersection of the stoic mindset and a trust in God.

How do you design the order of your workouts week by week? Sometimes the environment dictates more of our schedule than what we like. Today is all about prioritizing what we can do with what we have at hand.

Today we take a step of the straight and narrow beaten path of health themed. Food is meant to be enjoyed too, and sometimes that means endulging beyond your norms. Inspired by my trip to Pittsburgh and the famous Primanti Bros. It was far from a disappointment. Time to chow down.

Today we take a step back from our routine, for something that should be far more routine: thanking our military. We have so many men and women around us, and some who are no longer around us, who have given everything so that we can enjoy the immense freedom that we do. This day, the memories it brings, and the connections hold a special place in my heart. Please check out this song about our soldiers. (I do not own the rights to this music or the link I am sharing) https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=iFs0k_CVL6Q

Today's focus is on the early start and trajectory of two great basketball teams who dress in pride with green. The Oregon Lady Ducks and the Boston Celtics. With an extra focus on the players Sabrina Ionescu and Gordon Hayward. We talk about recent injuries, current culture of college basketball, healthy underdog mentality, and a fire like strong start. Yes, there is mention of the upset of the USA Women Basketball National Team.

Ever hear the saying your beat thoughts happen in the shower. Well there may be some truth to that. Let that brain unwind, recover, and process. A mind full of weeds is not a mind ready for an epiphany.

First day at the first annual Interprofessional Spine Conference in Pittsburg, PA. It was a great time with many Physical Therapists, Chiropractors, and Doctors of Osteopathy. Lots of networking and lots of informative sessions on making ourselves better in what we do and understanding why we do it. We've got a great opportunity ahead of us to change healthcare as we know it.

Now that I've passed both the Cali Jurisprudence exam and the National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE) it's time to start my professional career. Exactly what I'm doing this weekend in Pittsburg at an Interprofessional Spine Conference. Also, I share my NPTE score so that you can determine if you want to follow my study plan or not.

I just got back from a full 3-day hiking trip in the Adirondacks. Completing hikes of Haystack Mountain, Mount Marcy, and Whiteface. They were all a blast. I was joined by a good friend, and fellow physical therapist, Dr Maya Drummond. She also joins us on today's podcast episode. We talk about the hiking trip, the physical challenges, and what to add to your movement practices and why it's so good for you.

Off to Lake Placid for some good hiking. Today is all about the nutrition and strategy needed for keeping energy at a prime.