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Tag: training

American Hardcore: A Training Playlist

August 17, 2018 Colin

All-American hardcore playlist for intense training. Rap/hip-hop, metal, rock rap, reggaeton, trap and more. Ladies, this may not be for you.

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All that Whack Training Comes from Spain

December 21, 2017 Colin

Ridiculing the habits you see in Latin American gyms as evidenced in the Spanish viral video, “La Edad es un Estado Mental” by El Hormiguito.

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How Soccer Harms Functional Fitness

October 14, 2015 Colin

How playing soccer undermines an athlete’s functional athleticism in other sports and performing real-world tasks.

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Deported Colombians Doing Positive Things

February 21, 2012 Colin

SUMMARY: A look at deported Colombians doing noteworthy, positive things.

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Weightlifting in Latin America

September 24, 2010 Colin

SUMMARY: I describe the weightlifting scene in Latin America and contrast it with America’s.

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