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3 Tips to beat Everest at Tough Mudder and other half-pipe mud obstacles

Mike shares yet another tip for your about the Everest Half Pipe obstacle at Tough Mudder, Savage Race, etc. In this video you’ll see Mike run in slow-motion up a half-pipe that is even higher than Tough Mudder’s Everest. How is it done? By having the right combination of speed, shoes, and a little luck.

Mudder Monkey Bar TIPS to make it all the way EVERY TIME!

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Mike gives you specific tips on how you can defeat the Monkey Bar obstacles at Tough Mudder, Savage Race, and other mud events. The bars in this video are “M-shaped” with an ‘up-down-up-down’ pattern that I believe you will begin to see more of in the future. Hope this tip helps you.

New Balance Minimus MT20 vs MR10 (Trail vs Road) Comparison

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Mike compares the New Balance Minimus MT20 Trail shoe vs the MR10 Road shoe. Both are great options if you are transitioning to a minimus “barefoot” run style.

New Balance Minimus MR10 Road Shoe Review (and vs MT20 vs Standard Running Shoe)

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Mike discusses the New Balance Minimus MR10 Road Shoe. If you are transitioning to barefoot style “minimal’ running, this is a great shoe.
Mike gives a comparison vs normal running shoes, and also compares vs the MT20 Minimus Trail Shoe

ON Performance Whey vs Gold Standard vs Hydro Platinum

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40+ Fitness Editor Mike explains the differences between Optimum Nutrition’s Whey Proteins “Performance Whey” vs “Gold Standard Whey” vs “Hydro Platinum”. This chart is an easy way to see the differences.

1 MR vs Jacked 3d vs “The Original” 1.M.R. – Comparisons and Controversy

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40+ Fitness Editor Mike compares the popular pre-workout supplements 1 MR vs Jacked 3D vs the new version of 1.M.R (called “The Original”). He’s reviews the pro’s and con’s of each and also talks about an IMPORTANT FDA Warning related to the ingredient DMAA.

Jacked 3D – Is it BANNED? What’s the Controversy? Can You Still Buy It?

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40+ Fitness Editor Mike talks about the current controversy surrounding Jacked 3D. Can you still buy it? Is the formula being changed again? Why is is banned in some places?

It all has to do with an FDA Warning (April 2012). According to the FDA, DMAA, also known as 1,3-dimethylamylamine, methylhexanamine, or geranium extract, is an ingredient used in so-called “workout boosters” that is often touted as a “natural” stimulant. DMAA is known to narrow the blood vessels and arteries, which can elevate blood pressure and may lead to cardiovascular events ranging from shortness of breath and tightening in the chest to heart attack, the agency said. According to the FDA, it has received 42 adverse event reports on products containing DMAA. Some of the reports involved cardiac disorders, nervous system disorders, psychiatric disorders and death.

Please do your own research to determine if this product is still safe/right for YOU to use.

1 MR New Version vs 1. M.R. Old Version – What’s the Difference? Why did they change IMR?

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40+ Fitness Editor Mike compares the old vs new version of 1 M.R. He explains the basic differences between the formulas and gives you his opinion on which is more effective. It’s important to note that the NEW version is actually called “The Original” – so don’t be confused when purchasing.

He also talks about WHY the change was made in the formulas as relates to the ingredient DMAA (found in the old version, but removed from the new). According to the FDA, DMAA, also known as 1,3-dimethylamylamine, methylhexanamine, or geranium extract, is an ingredient used in so-called “workout boosters” that is often touted as a “natural” stimulant. DMAA is known to narrow the blood vessels and arteries, which can elevate blood pressure and may lead to cardiovascular events ranging from shortness of breath and tightening in the chest to heart attack, the agency said. According to the FDA, it has received 42 adverse event reports on products containing DMAA. Some of the reports involved cardiac disorders, nervous system disorders, psychiatric disorders and death.

1MR Pre-Workout Boost – It’s AWESOME, But…

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40+ Fitness Editor Mike talks about 1 M.R. – a popular pre-workout supplement. This review is on the OLD version of 1MR which is hard to find. The old version of 1MR is NOT the “Original 1MR” – that name refers to the NEW version of 1MR.

The reason 1MR was changed has to do with the ingredient called DMAA. This ingredient received an FDA warning in April 2012. According to the FDA, DMAA, also known as 1,3-dimethylamylamine, methylhexanamine, or geranium extract, is an ingredient used in so-called “workout boosters” that is often touted as a “natural” stimulant. DMAA is known to narrow the blood vessels and arteries, which can elevate blood pressure and may lead to cardiovascular events ranging from shortness of breath and tightening in the chest to heart attack, the agency said. According to the FDA, it has received 42 adverse event reports on products containing DMAA. Some of the reports involved cardiac disorders, nervous system disorders, psychiatric disorders and death.

DMAA FDA Warning – What does it mean? Why is it banned?

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40+ Fitness Editor Mike talks about the FDA Warning (April 2012) of the ingredient DMAA which is included in a host of very popular pre-workout supplements like Jacked 3D, OxyPro Elite, 1MR (old version), and many others.

According to the FDA, DMAA, also known as 1,3-dimethylamylamine, methylhexanamine, or geranium extract, is an ingredient used in so-called “workout boosters” that is often touted as a “natural” stimulant. DMAA is known to narrow the blood vessels and arteries, which can elevate blood pressure and may lead to cardiovascular events ranging from shortness of breath and tightening in the chest to heart attack, the agency said. According to the FDA, it has received 42 adverse event reports on products containing DMAA. Some of the reports involved cardiac disorders, nervous system disorders, psychiatric disorders and death.

CrossFit vs P90X – Which is right for YOU?

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40+ Fitness Editor Mike talks about the sport of CrossFit vs the P90X Workout Routine. What’s the difference? Which is right for you?

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CrossFit vs Insanity – Which is Right for YOU?

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40+ Fitness Editor Mike talks about CrossFit vs Insanity. What’s the difference? Which is right for you?

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What is CrossFit? Is it Right for YOU?

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40+ Fitness Editor Mike talks about CrossFit – The Sport of Fitness. Will it help YOU become the best you can be? Perhaps it just might.

Here is an excellent description from CrossFitHQ: “What is CrossFit? CrossFit is an effective way to get fit. Anyone can do it. It is a fitness program that combines a wide variety of functional movements into a timed or scored workout. We do pull-ups, squats, push-ups, weightlifting, gymnastics, running, rowing, and a host of other movements. Always varied, always changing, always producing results. Kids, cops, firefighters, soccer moms, Navy SEALS, and grandmas all do CrossFit. In fact, hundreds of thousands worldwide have followed our workouts and distinguished themselves in combat, the streets, the ring, stadiums, gyms and homes.”

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Tough Mudder – Reduce RISK OF INJURY

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Mike gives you various tips to reduce your risk of injury when running in Tough Mudder and other mud/obstacle course races. He discusses the overall risk of injury, the people most likely to get injured, which obstacles may cause most injuries, most common Tough Mudder injuries, and most importantly Mike explains how you can try to AVOID injuries at Tough Mudder.
If you have a TIP to share to reduce injuries at Tough Mudder, please add it to the COMMENTS section. Thanks and God Bless

Insanity vs P90X – What’s the Difference? Which is Best?

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40+ Fitness Editor Mike talks about the similarities and differences between two great workout plans – Tony Horton’s P90X and Shaun T’s Insanity. What’s the difference between P90X vs Insanity? Which is best – P90X or Insanity? Watch the vid for Mike’s take and leave a comment with your own opinion. Thanks for watching

Tony Horton
Shaun T
Bring It
Dig Deeper
Muscle Confusion
Max Interval Training
Lose Weight
Cardio Endurance
Get Ripped
Agility and Speed
Variety of Workouts