Craig Cox
LATEST STORIES
PUMPING IRONY: The Big Sleep
Does a good night’s sleep become more unlikely as you hit your golden years? Not necessarily.
PUMPING IRONY: A Real Lift
It’s not that I despise jogging (OK, maybe I do), but I’m encouraged by a new study that suggests pumping iron is the best way to prevent the most common chronic diseases.
PUMPING IRONY: Fall Ball
As a youth, I’d hit the practice court in an effort to raise my hoops game. Now it’s all about avoiding embarrassment.
PUMPING IRONY: Let’s Go Crazy!
Do you have to be a little bit crazy to live a healthy life? Probably.
PUMPING IRONY: My New Year’s Resolution
A 5K race on New Year’s Day outside in Minneapolis? Seemed like a good idea at the time.
PUMPING IRONY: No Excuses
There’s no better way to recharge your fitness routine than a little friendly competition.
A Legacy of Her Own: Laila Ali
The boxing champion and daughter of Muhammed Ali shares her insights on strength, courage and choosing your battles wisely.
PUMPING IRONY: Another Silver Bullet
Now it’s multivitamins that will save us from cancer — or not.
PUMPING IRONY: Awake With Half a Brain
Anyone with half a brain knows they need to get enough sleep.
PUMPING IRONY: Discovering Gold
I’m all for advances in cancer research — so long as I never have to make use of them.
PUMPING IRONY: World View Validated
A new study validates my world view on high-intensity training.
PUMPING IRONY: Pedal to the Mettle
Ten miles on the bicycle — when interspersed with yoga and acupuncture — makes for a pretty great afternoon.
PUMPING IRONY: An Apple a Day . . .
Can an apple a day keep dementia away? A new study suggests it can — as long as you chew it well.
PUMPING IRONY: A Lesson in Feldenkrais — and Marriage
A Sunday Feldenkrais class proved once again that good things come to those who agree with their wives.
PUMPING IRONY: Strong Medicine for the Aging Muscle
A new study explains why aging muscles turn to mush, but my kettlebell and I have other plans.
PUMPING IRONY: Preparing for Re-Entry
Vacation’s almost over, so it’s almost time to get back to the gym. Can I do that without hurting myself?
PUMPING IRONY: Vacation Enervation
Should I keep up with my exercise regimen while I’m here in London on vacation? Nah.
PUMPING IRONY: Relax, It’s Only Cancer
I’ve always been leery of interventionist medicine, so I was happy to see a new study suggesting that ignoring a prostate cancer diagnosis is just as effective as treating it.
PUMPING IRONY: The Elixer of Youth
A new study suggests resveratrol could help geezers stay upright more often, but don’t head for the wine bar just yet.
PUMPING IRONY: A Birthday Practice
I can’t think of a better way to enter my seventh decade than by being completely present right now.
PUMPING IRONY: No Pain, No Gain?
A tennis injury reveals the wisdom behind listening to your body and the surprising advantages we all have over professional athletes.