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Why You Need to Stop Using “In Moderation” and Other Excuses to Eat Unhealthy

Posted on October 25, 2019 by Robert P.

In 2014, when I was deployed to Afghanistan, I mentioned to a co-worker that I was looking to lose some weight. I was 5’11” and about 215 at the time, so compared to society’s view of people who need to … Continue reading →

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#Exercise Apps and Devices: Cheating – Who Really “Loses” There?

Posted on June 8, 2019 by Robert P.

It is good to sometimes not know everything. Some people like to call that being “naïve,” but there’s something to be said about not knowing all the bad or unpleasant, shady stuff out there. When I was in the Army, I learned of some … Continue reading →

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#GymMotivation: When Haters Attack

Posted on September 12, 2018 by Robert P.

This is my girlfriend, Nellie. Believe it or not, she is the one who suggested I write this blog post about what happened a few days ago when this picture was posted on social media. First off, when I posted … Continue reading →

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Don’t Like Facebook Posts About People Exercising or Going To The Gym? I Don’t Believe We Asked For Your Permission

Posted on September 20, 2015 by Robert P.

This is me following my six-mile run early this morning. I felt great, as I always do after a run, especially on a Sunday morning. For some reason, this is the day I feel the most relaxed when running. I think … Continue reading →

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Here Are Eight of the Best Things TO Post On Facebook

Posted on April 9, 2015 by Robert P.

Nope, that’s not a typo. I didn’t leave out “NOT” by accident. I don’t know about you all, but I get tired of seeing all these lists that say what someone believes we all should NOT be doing. I get … Continue reading →

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After Saying I’ve Lost Nearly 30 Pounds, I Hear “You Didn’t Need To Lose Any Weight!” Perhaps You Must Have Me Confused With Someone Who Was Asking For Permission

Posted on October 1, 2014 by Robert P.

This is very likely the ONLY time you will ever see me publicly post a shirtless picture of myself. I’m very modest about things like this. I only did it because of this being about weight loss and when it … Continue reading →

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A Few Ways You Can Stay Motivated To Keep Going To The Gym (Or Other Daily Exercise) Especially If You’re NOT A Gym Junkie

Posted on August 1, 2014 by Robert P.

I’m a very humble person and not often will you hear me compliment myself, but I took this picture a few weeks ago and I have to admit…I look pretty good. Even though I did say a few weeks ago, … Continue reading →

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