My favorite event of the year is fast approaching...well, it's still a good seven months away, but today's the day when I get to announce that tickets for the ultimate PrimalCon 2015 are officially on sale! This September we're hosting the mother of all PrimalCons--the one and only PrimalCon of the year--and as such we've put together the ultimate lineup of presenters and are taking over the Embassy Suites Mandalay Beach Resort and Oxnard Beach Park from Wednesday Sept 23rd through Sunday September 27th, 2015. It's just you, me and 200 other Primal enthusiasts going full-on Primal for four unforgettable days. Yes we've expanded from our usual 3-day template to have both more presentation options and more relaxation!

(This Mark's Daily Apple article was written by Mark Sisson, and is narrated by Brock Armstrong)

Reduce carbs, increase fat. Get enough sleep and limit stress as best you can. These are proven ways to normalize your appetite, but you already know about them. I also have a few speculatory ideas that you may not have considered, and today I’m going to discuss them.(This Mark's Daily Apple article was written by Mark Sisson, and is narrated by Brock Armstrong)

Today’s post is actually about edible oils. Well, they’re all technically edible – they can all be swallowed and digested – but as for being palatable, let alone healthful? That remains to be seen. Not all oils are created equal, especially given the fact that most of the ones people use nowadays are actually created in an industrial laboratory.(This Mark's Daily Apple article was written by Mark Sisson, and is narrated by Brock Armstrong)

Clearly, it’s important to move, and devoting an hour or so a day to intensive gym time or a solid run confers handy benefits, no? However, what if we thought less about “fitting in” our day’s movement and started identifying our lives with it?(This Mark's Daily Apple article was written by Mark Sisson, and is narrated by Brock Armstrong)

When it comes to losing weight, we all want instant results, right? Well, what is realistic? What is safe? What is effective? And what can you expect when you attempt to lose excess body fat and reach your ideal body composition? Today's post covers this and more.

(This Mark's Daily Apple article was written by Mark Sisson, and is narrated by Brock Armstrong)

Longtime PrimalCon presenters and Primal Blueprint Luxury Retreat hosts Vanessa and Adam discuss their outstanding new Fitness App called "Unveil Your Wellness." This product provides a perfect opportunity to keep the momentum going after participating in Marksdailyapple.com’s 21-Day Challenge, which occurred in January. The app provides an assortment of options and guidance to make good diet and exercise choices every day, and has the unique community-building element where fellow users share their feedback, questions, and concerns about their health and fitness goals.

Al Kavadlo stops by the blog to discuss why despite his various physical pursuits, he always comes back to the simplest, most direct way of training—calisthenics (aka bodyweight training).

(This Mark's Daily Apple article was written by Al Kavadlo, and is narrated by Brock Armstrong)

Well, it’s over. The 2015 Primal Blueprint 21-Day Challenge officially ended yesterday, and thousands of you successfully crossed the finish line. Needless to say, you guys impressed me. You always impress and astound me during these annual challenges, and this year was no different.(This Mark's Daily Apple article was written by Mark Sisson, and is narrated by Brock Armstrong)

If we accept the premise that the circumstances of our early evolution can inform current practices, dietary and otherwise, doesn’t that mean getting dirty and eating beneficial bacteria is part of that? I think it does.

(This Mark's Daily Apple article was written by Mark Sisson, and is narrated by Brock Armstrong)

Brad continues his fascinating interview with Ashley Merryman, where he explores her new ideas on parenting and competition. Ashley picks up the commentary on the topic of competition as presented in her New York Times bestselling book, Top Dog. She and her co-author, Po Bronson, offer an assortment of interesting insights that challenge our conventional notions of parenting and competitive success. She will be presenting at the next Primalcon in Oxnard next September.