Still trying to build out your home gym so you can exercise at home?

Even though much of the exercise equipment is sold out at online retailers, one piece of gym equipment is still … More

Kayaker exercise that provides pain relief from carpal tunnel and tendinitis/tendonitis

My wrists were feeling a little achy this evening after my home workout so I reached into my “stuff” drawer … More

Gym Etiquette, Cell Phones in the Gym

I’ve reached my breaking point with zombies staring at glowing rectangles in the gym (and just about everywhere else.) Get … More

Another creative kayak ergometer build

A customer of mine, Jerry, sent me a photo of his final kayak ergometer build from my plans.  Jerry did … More

Homemade DIY Kayak Ergometer from Nordic Track ski machine

Some of you know that back in 2013 I shared a YouTube video that showed my design for a kayak … More

Another completed kayak ergometer conversion from a Nordic Track ski machine

I just got an email from another customer who thanked me for my kayak ergometer plans and included pictures from … More

Fitness tracker review: Actofit Impulse review

Some reviews are more fun to do than others. I was hoping this would be a credible gym tracker, so … More

I switched up my training this weekend

The weather in Central, VA was rainy and depressing all day today so I headed to the gym instead of … More

Kayak ergometer

I humbly ask you to buy my plans to keep this site going. I believe this is the most sleek … More

Is the ketogenic diet for athletes good for muscle health?

“Keto-adaptation may provide a consistent and fast energy supply, thus improving exercise performance and capacity. With its anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidative … More

Book review: The Kayak Coaches’ Manifesto: An Alternative Approach to High Performance Kayaking

This is an outstanding book for those into kayak racing who already have a solid foundation in the basics of … More

Completed indoor kayak ergometer for sale

I currently have 1 completed kayaking ergometer for sale.  I’m willing to let it go for $400.  You must pick … More

Training update

I managed to get out on the water yesterday for a short 2 miles in the very windy and cold … More

A glorious training day

Today was scheduled to be a gym day for me since I took yesterday off as a recovery day, but … More

Summary of my 2018 training in charts, numbers, and videos

I significantly increased the total volume I did in the gym in 2018 and exceeded my goal.  Although my paddling … More