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We tend to treat the brain like a computer floating in a cloud—as if it operates completely independently of the body it lives in. When we can’t focus, or we feel unmotivated, we try to "think" our way out of it. We look for better time management apps or force ourselves to just "grind harder." From a perspective of optimizing human performance, I’ve learned that this is usually the wrong approach. If your computer is overheating and the fan is broken, installing new software

The Trap of Linear Expectations for Performance When we begin a new fitness regimen or health protocol, the results are often dramatic and instantaneous. The first 10 pounds of weight loss, the first 20% jump in strength, the fastest mile time yet. These rapid changes define the thrilling initial stage of any journey. But eventually, that progress slows. A dramatic 10% gain in a month is replaced by a meticulous 1% gain in a quarter. This is the point where many athletes and

The Pursuit of the Optimization In the demanding world of competitive athletics, the mantra has long been: More is better.  More reps,...

- Originally posted in Athletic Operation's LinkedIn page HERE If healthspan were a vehicle, it would run on a three‑part engine: VO₂...

Many endurance athletes, especially those preparing for challenging events like triathlons, often focus almost exclusively on...

After spending three decades working with elite athletes and business leaders, I've noticed a peculiar trend that continues to fascinate...

In the world of strength training and exercise programming, buzzwords come and go. But one principle stands the test of time, forming the...

When you dive deep into human movement, you begin to learn some apparent principles that go a long ways to improving results. The...