As you are about to find out, all the digging in the emotional dirt you did early was not a masochistic exercise. It serves a beneficial purpose.

Last week we discussed Taking Souls and what to do to take a soul. But how do you reach a mental state and/or physical state so that you can take soul? You armor your mind.

I almost decided to omit this challenge because it’s not strictly about improving yourself. Chapter Four of Goggins’ book is titled Taking Souls. It’s a little over the top, but it’s also revealing. Some of us, at least sometimes, are outward directed in wanting to achieve something.

The first step on the journey toward a calloused mind is stepping outside your comfort zone on a regular basis.

Time to get raw. No, not raw dogging it. This isn’t about spreading monkeypox. It’s about getting raw with yourself. You need to get raw before you build up some emotional callous. Goggins’ second challenge (from his book) is this: Challenge #2 – It’s time to come...

I have noticed in the comments a number of people listing their would have, should have, could haves when it comes to working out. There is always a reason not to work out. I’m not here to beat up on you. I’m here to get you to address what’s stopping you from doing something for yourself.

Testosterone levels in men decline by 1-2% per year starting around age 30. I’m no scientician, but I believe this occurs because nature is a bitch.

Regular exercise may help ease depression and anxiety by releasing feel-good endorphins, natural cannabis-like brain chemicals, and taking your mind off worries so you can get away from the cycle of negative thoughts that feed depression and anxiety

Normally, this column is about sweat. Today it’s about tears. Be prepared to mist up a little as our fitness maven remembers our beloved house mother.

Some experts believe that music acts as a distractor. Distractors are known to moderate pain levels, which means you will be less likely to notice pain during a workout.