MovNat Combo Training Video

I was privileged to be one of the first people to attend Erwan’s 5-day USA seminars at Summersville Lake, WV. That event has been one of the single most positive experiences I’ve ever had, and I would recommend it to anyone with even a hint of interest in sports, fitness, or any type of [...]

MovNat is finally coming to the United States – details here!

At long last, Erwan Le Corre has set a date for the first official MovNat training seminars in the United States. They will be held in West Virginia at the beautiful Summersville Lake. In case you’re not familiar with Erwan yet, take a look at his MovNat video:

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The Definitive Guide For Going Barefoot

My Feet

My Feet

If you can live with the fact that some people will think you’re weird for not wearing shoes and still avoid the religious “barefooters” who drink the Kool-Aid, then I think you can greatly benefit from some barefoot living. Going barefoot is becoming increasingly popular in some social circles, and I’ve been hearing a lot about it recently. So, I compiled a listing or resources to give you a comprehensive perspective on the benefits of going barefoot anywhere – whether it’s barefoot running, barefoot walking, or barefoot training in the gym. Continue reading The Definitive Guide For Going Barefoot

Zombies, Zoo Humans, and Aliens.

zombie or alien? I think we can rule human out...

zombie or alien? I think we can rule human out...

I read an article not too long ago that was explaining what a world full of zombies would be like – literally, a Zombie Nation full of brain dead zombies. Not too long after that, I read a short article titled “We Live in a Zoo.” Just today, I read an article explaining us as aliens on our own planet!

These are from three different authors, mind you. Coincidence? I think not. It’s merely an illusion of coincidence. Well, I’ve taken this theme to heart and have come up with my own interpretation of the modern world we live in. Here’s is a glimpse into the zombie nation, the human zoo, and the aliens at home environment…
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Dogs Don't Run In Circles For an Hour – and neither should you!

I read this quote in an article from the April 2009 edition of Men’s Health magazine (It’s a great article, I highly recommend you check it out here). This section is talking about Erwan Le Corre, the founder of MovNat, and how he has stepped outside of fitness routine and has adopted a more playful method of pursuing fitness and health. I posted a quick mini-review of his promotional video – which is awesome, by the way. You should check that out before you read this, if you haven’t already: Ditch the Zoo, and Get Back to Nature

From Men’s Health article:

well, maybe some dogs do... but not for an hour!

well, maybe some dogs do... but not for an hour!

But Le Corre’s most important breakthrough might be the way he’s welded purpose and playfulness. When he jumps and tumbles and chucks stuff around, he looks just like a kid mucking in the backyard. Zehr believes that could be the way we’re hardwired to work out. “You never see your dog running nonstop around and around in a circle for an hour,” he points out. “If he did, you’d think there was something wrong with him. Instead, he’ll chase something, roll around, sprint, rest, mix things up. Animal play has a purpose, and it’s not hard to surmise that human play should as well.”

What an awesome perspective for human fitness and movement, Le Corre acting just like a kid playing in the back yard. This is how we should view our own fitness training, like it’s the best part of our day. “I can’t WAIT til I can go out and train! (play)

But what really struck me was the note about how dogs never run around in circles for an hour – they play, which involves all sorts of athletic maneuvering.
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Ditch the Zoo, and Get Back to Nature – Friday Inspiration and Some Words of Wisdom About the Pursuit of Fitness

My friend, Kyle Battis, pointed me to this video today, and I was inspired to say the least. I think this is a fine expression of what our bodies are capable of, and meant for. I really appreciate what this guy is doing, trying to bring people the freedom that comes with movement mastery, especially out in natures playground, where we too often neglect our own potential.

MovNat – The Workout The World Forgot

I think there’s something to be said about fitness programs that are based on the outdoors, and the abundant resources that nature provides for us. I can attest that living “in the bush” will keep you in tip-top shape, but there’s so much more depth to being in nature than just health benefits.
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