An email to inspire health and wellness for men. Because the biggest changes start with a daily SHIFT.
T H E S H I F T C H A L L E N G E
The Open Chest Reset
Interlace your fingers behind your back and gently lift.
If you played competitive sports or competed in endurance events, you’ve obviously heard sex before either is a no-no. You’ve probably also broken that rule. Researchers took a look at 20 years of studies on sex and athletic performance to see if there’s anything to your high school football coach’s advice.
That post-sex clarity might help.
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Balance is one of the most important markers of longevity, not just because it gauges leg strength, but also because it’s a good indicator of your likeliness to fall. One test is a time-honored barometer of balance by age, and doctors have broken down where you should be based on how old you are.
Now try it with your eyes closed.
You might say, “I’ve been benching since high school! And aside from my torn-up shoulders, my form is perfectly fine!” That aside, you can still benefit from a little refresher, especially if you have aspirations of increasing your max.
Step 1: Leave your ego at the door.
F R O M T H E A R C H I V E S
[Featured in SHIFT, August 2021]
Of course, bench press isn’t the only marker of a man. Anyone doing serious barbell work should have benchmarks for squats, deadlifts, and overhead presses too. How much you’re lifting depends on your size and experience, and this handy guide breaks down the numbers you should be aiming for.
It’s more than you think.
Your Pillow Shouldn’t Fight You All Night
If you’re constantly flipping, folding, or punching your pillow into shape, it might be time for an upgrade. Derila Ergo uses contoured memory foam to support your head and neck whether you sleep on your side, back, or stomach. Less adjusting. More sleeping.
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