Archive for the 'Physical Discipline' Category


Counting Calories

I’m no spring chicken. In particular this last year had been rough for me physically. I’ve had a few injuries, flu bugs, sinus infections etc. Without the benefit of being able to work out, I’ve put on a few extra pounds that need to come off.
My reponse in the […]

Tracking Progress

I have no idea if I run fast or slow anymore. I’ve been out of the Marines for 11 years now and I don’t have access to accurate three-mile courses to see how my run times are affected by my efforts.
My workout partner suggested the new Nikeplus system that integrates with the […]

Five Day Weight Lifting Plan

“A stool with two legs cannot stand upright.” This principle is interwoven into the fabric of the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program regarding the three disciplines (mental, physical and character). I’ve been talking a lot about the mental discipline, and for fear of becoming unbalanced, I thought it was time to talk about […]