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Myeremia

Behold! I have coined a new term: Myeremia — “the condition of muscular dereliction/abandonment.” Myeremotic — “muscles that are derelict/desolate.” Anamyeremosis — “the act of restoring muscles from a derelict/desolate state.” Anamyeremia — “muscles restored from a derelict/desolate state.” Muscles function in chains. They are cooperative entities, not isolated units separate unto themselves. When aContinue reading “Myeremia”

Boxing Beyond the Bag: Fitness, Mindset, & Personal Growth

Podcast Summary: Yin Yang Yak – Interview with Stephanie Meekhof of Omni Fight Club Introduction: The Intersection of Fitness and Mental Health Stephanie’s Personal Journey Into Fitness A New Beginning in Georgia Asthma Diagnosis and Fitness Struggles Introduction to Boxing and Unforeseen Setbacks Finding Purpose Through Tragedy The Connection Between Exercise and Emotional Healing EasternContinue reading “Boxing Beyond the Bag: Fitness, Mindset, & Personal Growth”

Back Pain: Thorns & Thor

Yin-Yang Yak – Back Pain: Thorns & Thor In this engaging and insightful episode, Cotter Kelsey yaks on about back pain, aiming to dispel myths, challenge conventional thinking, and provide actionable advice for both preventing and managing this widespread issue. The episode blends modern anatomical understanding with philosophical reflections, even drawing symbolic lessons from NordicContinue reading “Back Pain: Thorns & Thor”

The Garden of Eden & the Mark of Cain

Summary The Garden of Eden and the Mark of Cain: A Modern Health Metaphor Welcome to Yin-Yang-Yak, where I, Cotter Kelsey, explore meaningful health topics through the lens of ancient wisdom and modern science. In this episode, we dive deep into the metaphor of the Garden of Eden and the Mark of Cain to understandContinue reading “The Garden of Eden & the Mark of Cain”

Intermittent Fasting & Eastern Medicine -Podcast Summary

Holistic Wellness: Intermittent Fasting, Fitness, and Daoist Medicine On a recent episode of Yin Yang Yak, Cotter Kelsey and Diane Bader delved into the synergies between ancient wisdom and modern health strategies. Diane, a health coach specializing in intermittent fasting and fitness, shared her journey and how she helps individuals achieve wellness goals. The conversationContinue reading “Intermittent Fasting & Eastern Medicine -Podcast Summary”

Health for the Post-Industrialist

(Consult your primary care provider to ensure you are healthy enough to attempt the following exercises) While humans developed there was no need for an exercise routine or proper dietary guidelines. The lives of hunter-gathers consisted of copious walking, running, squatting, lifting, hurling, and bashing. Simply being alive was our active gym membership. Diet wasContinue reading “Health for the Post-Industrialist”

The Simple Guide to Health for Surviving Post-Industrial Times

1) Move every two hours. Go for a walk, do a set of mindful pushups, play with dogs, children, and friends. Do this daily, without exception. When ill, just stretch and breath deeply, when feeling good, do something more strenuous. 2) Don’t eat processed foods. Ever. For any reason. This way, when you must, inContinue reading “The Simple Guide to Health for Surviving Post-Industrial Times”