There’s a weird moment that happens about three weeks into a consistent lifting routine. You catch yourself in the mirror and think: “Wait, is that… is that a shoulder?” Not just a limb holder, but an actual shoulder, with shape. Volume. A hint … Read More
There’s this moment before Barcelona remembers it’s alive. No scooters. No tourists yelling about sangria. Just the hush of a city in between mistakes. That’s when I wake up. 5:17 a.m. Not on purpose. My body just decided that’s the … Read More
I don’t know why I thought running in Barcelona would be easy. Some influencer once made it look effortless—long, smooth strides along the beach, golden sunlight, not a single person in sight. Lies. What they didn’t show was the 8 million … Read More
You know that moment when your body flat-out refuses to cooperate? When your legs feel like cement, your shoulders hate you, and foam rolling feels like medieval torture? Yeah, that’s when you know—you need a break. And not just a “rest … Read More
My brother Elliot never calls unless something’s on fire. Not literally (most of the time), but career-wise? Always. So when my phone buzzed and his name popped up, I already knew. “I need to see you. London. Can you come?” … Read More
Spain is known for paella, siestas, and late-night tapas. But don’t be fooled—this country really knows how to stay in shape. The obesity rate among Spanish people is about 16%. In the United States it’s as high as 40%. Yeah…that’s … Read More
Barcelona is a city that thrives on movement, and if there’s one debate I hear constantly in the local fitness scene, it’s this: Pilates or Yoga? Which is best to maintain your fitness and health? Both have their devoted followers, both … Read More
I don’t even remember signing up for this. I mean, I do, but I don’t remember why. Somewhere between “I need a new challenge” and “This will be fun” I lost all sense of reality. Because fun? This is not … Read More
Alright, let’s settle this once and for all—is it better to work out in the morning or at night? Some people bounce out of bed at 5 AM like over-caffeinated superheroes, ready to smash a workout before the rest of … Read More
Moving to Barcelona isn’t just about sunshine, beach workouts, and pretending I don’t eat too much pan con tomate—it’s about actually integrating into life here. And, like it or not, that means tackling Spanish (or, if I’m feeling particularly brave, … Read More