Kody.

In recent times, my favourite machines have been those that enhance oblique and abdominal activation. Alongside other fun muscle groups to target (shoulders and arms). After working for a few hours in the morning at 613 Decks, I got a serious tan while lying down and screwing in deck boards. Using my blue square to ensure the boards were flush, I was working together with a few other members of the crew. My abs are so sore from the workout yesterday, the ab crunch machine and the horizontal DB oblique/latimus pull-overs did me in. The sled pushes and calf raises had me out of breath, panting like a dog. You miss 100% of the shots you never take. If there was one exercise at the gym that you had to choose for the rest of your life, which one would it be and why?

When you train martial arts, you do not just improve your IQ (due to strategizing tactics), you also improve overall fitness. Where strength, intelligence, endurance, and strategy combine in order to provide an immaculate show. There is a reason that it is called Martial "Arts." Many may see it as a vicious sport, however, some see further. It is the mutual agreement of both parties engaging in physical activity with the understanding that there may be some pain. However, if it goes too far, there is an extremely structured system that healthcare professionals follow in order to ensure the health and safety of all fighters. Depending on the circumstance, there are different styles. If it is close quarters, boxing is oftentimes a strong skill. If there is more space, potentially a cage, then wrestling would likely be your best bet. There is a reason that boxers never have a successful career in UFC, and that reason is because it is for show. Whereas, wrestling, as long as they can take the first hit, will win every single time. Of course having an array of many different skills would be of most benefit to everyone. Longer arms is almost never a bad thing in the real world. Too much height makes your knees vulnerable. You will realize that there are so many things to think about. Sometimes, it is important to ignore most of it and just train regardless. This is because there is almost never a reason not to train. It is a very healthy and respectable sport/art. The goal is not to injure the opponent, but to win the match. What is your favourite Mixed Martial Art?