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Turkey Ricotta Meatballs with Garlic Herb Marinara
Turkey meatballs enriched with creamy ricotta and extra cheese, served over buttery zucchini ribbons, and topped with a rich garlic herb marinara sauce. See more
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Rest

Rest day

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Role of advanced glycation end products in cardiovascular disease
AGEs form under hyperglycemic conditions like diabetes. See more
Pot Roast with Roasted Vegetables
Slow-cooked chuck roast seared in butter and braised with herbs and hearty vegetables, finished with a rich, savory homemade blend of spices. See more
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5 rounds for time:

12 thrusters
12 strict pull-ups

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The Philosophy of David Stove
The Hermitix Podcast with James Franklin See more
Blackened Cod with Roasted Red Pepper Salsa
Spicy blackened cod fillets paired with a smoky-sweet roasted red pepper salsa. See more
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20-minute AMRAP

Complete as many rounds in 20 minutes of:

1-mile bike
10 double-bodyweight deadlifts

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Peer Review
Melinda Baldwin from the American Institute of Physics delves into the historical evolution of the process. See more
Grilled Halloumi and Steak Salad
Grilled steak and golden halloumi served over crisp arugula and roasted peppers, finished with a bright lemon-garlic-oregano dressing. See more
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3 rounds of Half Tabata

Strict handstand push-ups
½ bodyweight push press
Strict knees-to-elbows
½ bodyweight hang power snatch

Rest 2 minutes

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Longevity and Strength: Why do the old get weak?
Analyzing strength loss of aging athletes compared to those that remain sedentary See more
Pork Meatloaf with Cream Sauce & Green Beans
Herb-seasoned pork meatloaf is baked until tender and served with a rich, buttery cream sauce and a side of sautéed green beans. See more
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Rest

Rest day

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Of Course Overeating Makes Us Fat... Except When It Doesn't?
What a pair of experiments—one a thought experiment, one a century old—tell us about the illogic of overeating. See more
Teriyaki Parchment Salmon with Garlic, Ginger & Sesame
Salmon fillets steamed in parchment with a savory garlic-ginger teriyaki glaze, finished with toasted sesame and fresh herbs. See more
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5 rounds:

1 minute of double-unders
20 GHD sit-ups
30 squats

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The Glute-Ham Developer Sit-Up
The benefits of the GHD sit-up explained, along with a cautionary tale of their potency. See more
Herbed Ricotta Beef Skillet
Seasoned ground beef layered with creamy herbed ricotta. See more
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For load:

Jerk 1-1-1-1-1-1-1 reps

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Obesity-associated cancers tripled nationwide over past two decades
Obesity is associated with a higher risk of developing 13 types of cancer See more
Chicken Bacon Ranch Bowl
Chicken breast and crispy bacon tossed in a creamy homemade ranch sauce with fresh herbs and spinach. See more
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For time:

7-6-5-4-3-2-1 reps of:

Strict muscle-ups
Single-leg squats, right leg
Single-leg squats, left leg

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Replication Crisis Update
Comic from xkcd. See more
Smoked Salmon & Avocado Breakfast Bowl
Smoked salmon, creamy avocado, and crisp greens come together in this satisfying breakfast bowl, topped with a soft-boiled egg and drizzled with lemony olive oil. See more
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Rest

Rest day

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Is the war on saturated fat finally going to end?
Maryanne Demasi reports See more
Bacon-Wrapped Dijon Meatloaf Minis
Mini beef meatloaves wrapped in crispy bacon, topped with a sharp Dijon glaze. See more
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For load:

Deadlift 1-1-1-1-1 reps

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Uncovering the Truth About Midlife Women’s Health
Webinar with Amy Alkon See more
Rest

Rest day

Enjoy the recovery time, or make-up anything you missed from last week.

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5 rounds for time:

12 thrusters
12 strict pull-ups

Choose a load for the thruster that allows you to complete 12 reps unbroken during the first round, but with difficulty.

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20-minute AMRAP

Complete as many rounds in 20 minutes of:

1-mile bike
10 double-bodyweight deadlifts

If needed, reduce the load but keep it heavy. The weight should be heavier than your 10-rep max.

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3 rounds of Half Tabata

Strict handstand push-ups
½ bodyweight push press
Strict knees-to-elbows
½ bodyweight hang power snatch

Rest 2 minutes

Half Tabata is 4 rounds of 20 seconds of work then 10 seconds of rest (2 minutes total.) So each round you'll do 2 minutes of HSPU, 2 minutes of push press, 2 minutes of K2E, 2 minutes of snatching, then rest 2 minutes before repeating.

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Rest

Rest day

Enjoy the recovery time, or make-up anything you missed from last week.

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5 rounds:

1 minute of double-unders
20 GHD sit-ups
30 squats

Note the number of double-unders completed each round. At the end, subtract the total number of double-unders from your time (in seconds) for your final score.

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For load:

Jerk 1-1-1-1-1-1-1 reps

Then, practice SLIPS for 30 minutes.

Compare to 250617.

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For time:

7-6-5-4-3-2-1 reps of:

Strict muscle-ups
Single-leg squats, right leg
Single-leg squats, left leg

Rest

Rest day

Enjoy the recovery time, or make-up anything you missed from last week.

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For load:

Deadlift 1-1-1-1-1 reps

Additionally, practice handstands for 20 minutes.

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Turkey Ricotta Meatballs with Garlic Herb Marinara
Turkey meatballs enriched with creamy ricotta and extra cheese, served over buttery zucchini ribbons, and topped with a rich garlic herb marinara sauce. See more

Ingredients

8 oz ground turkey
⅓ cup whole milk ricotta cheese
1 egg
3 Tbsp grated Parmesan
¼ cup almond flour
1 Tbsp heavy cream
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp dried basil
¼ tsp salt
2 Tbsp tallow (1 Tbsp for meatballs, 1 Tbsp for zucchini)
1 cup zucchini ribbons or spiralized zucchini
2 Tbsp butter (for zucchini)
Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Garlic Herb Marinara:
½ cup tomato sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
2–3 fresh basil leaves, torn
½ tsp dried oregano
2 Tbsp olive oil (1 Tbsp stirred into sauce, 1 Tbsp for drizzling on top)
2 Tbsp heavy cream (to enrich the sauce)

Macronutrients

Protein: 52g
Fat: 60g
Carbs: 9g

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Pot Roast with Roasted Vegetables
Slow-cooked chuck roast seared in butter and braised with herbs and hearty vegetables, finished with a rich, savory homemade blend of spices. See more

Ingredients

2½–3 lbs beef chuck roast
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
2 Tbsp butter (for searing)
2 cups beef broth (no sugar added)
1 Tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp soy sauce (or coconut aminos)
½ tsp ginger paste
½ tsp ground mustard
2 Tbsp water
Pinch of cinnamon
½ tsp minced garlic
½ tsp onion powder (extra, in addition to the dry rub)

For the Vegetables:
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped turnips (or rutabaga, peeled)
1 cup chopped cauliflower
1 Tbsp butter (for vegetables)

Macronutrients
(makes several servings)

Protein: 140g
Fat: 95g
Carbs: 18g

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Blackened Cod with Roasted Red Pepper Salsa
Spicy blackened cod fillets paired with a smoky-sweet roasted red pepper salsa. See more

Ingredients

For the Cod:
6 oz cod fillet, patted dry
1 Tbsp butter (for searing)
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp dried oregano
¼ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to heat preference)
¼ tsp sea salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 Tbsp olive oil (for finishing)

For the Roasted Red Pepper Salsa:
½ cup roasted red bell pepper, diced
2 Tbsp red onion, finely diced
1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 clove garlic, finely minced
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 tsp lemon juice
¼ tsp sea salt
¼ tsp black pepper

Macronutrients

Protein: 42g
Fat: 28g
Carbs: 4g

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Grilled Halloumi and Steak Salad
Grilled steak and golden halloumi served over crisp arugula and roasted peppers, finished with a bright lemon-garlic-oregano dressing. See more

Ingredients

For the Salad:
6 oz sirloin steak, seasoned with salt and pepper
4 oz halloumi cheese, sliced into ¼-inch thick slabs
2 cups fresh arugula
½ cup roasted red bell peppers, sliced into strips
1 Tbsp butter (for searing steak)
Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Lemon Garlic Oregano Dressing:
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 Tbsp lemon juice
½ tsp Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, finely minced
½ tsp dried oregano
¼ tsp sea salt
¼ tsp black pepper

Macronutrients

Protein: 50g
Fat: 40g
Carbs: 6g

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Pork Meatloaf with Cream Sauce & Green Beans
Herb-seasoned pork meatloaf is baked until tender and served with a rich, buttery cream sauce and a side of sautéed green beans. See more

Ingredients

For the Meatloaf:
6 oz ground pork
1 egg
1 Tbsp almond flour
1 Tbsp onion, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
½ tsp dried thyme
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
½ Tbsp butter (for greasing)

For the Cream Sauce:
2 Tbsp heavy cream
1 Tbsp butter
½ tsp Dijon mustard
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Green Beans:
1 cup green beans, trimmed
½ Tbsp butter
Salt, to taste

Macronutrients

Protein: 39g
Fat: 50g
Carbs: 5g

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Teriyaki Parchment Salmon with Garlic, Ginger & Sesame
Salmon fillets steamed in parchment with a savory garlic-ginger teriyaki glaze, finished with toasted sesame and fresh herbs. See more

Ingredients

For the Salmon Packet
Salmon fillet
½ cup bok choy or napa cabbage, shredded
2 Tbsp scallions, sliced
1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
1 sheet parchment paper
Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Garlic-Ginger Teriyaki Glaze
1 Tbsp coconut aminos
1 tsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
1 tsp sesame oil (to finish, not for cooking)
1 clove garlic, finely minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
1 Tbsp butter (for richness)
Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Macronutrients

Protein: 40g
Fat: 32g
Carbs: 4g

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Herbed Ricotta Beef Skillet
Seasoned ground beef layered with creamy herbed ricotta. See more

Ingredients

6 oz ground beef
1 Tbsp butter (for cooking beef)
Salt and pepper, to taste
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder

For the Herbed Ricotta:
¼ cup full-fat ricotta cheese
1 Tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated
1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 Tbsp fresh basil, chopped
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste

Macronutrients

Protein: 44g
Fat: 48g
Carbs: 4g

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Chicken Bacon Ranch Bowl
Chicken breast and crispy bacon tossed in a creamy homemade ranch sauce with fresh herbs and spinach. See more

Ingredients

3 oz chicken breast, cubed
2 slices bacon, chopped
1 Tbsp butter
1 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp sour cream
1 Tbsp mayonnaise (sugar-free, clean ingredients)
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
1 Tbsp fresh dill, chopped
1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
¼ cup baby spinach, chopped

Macronutrients

Fat: 34g
Protein: 34g
Carbs: 3g

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Smoked Salmon & Avocado Breakfast Bowl
Smoked salmon, creamy avocado, and crisp greens come together in this satisfying breakfast bowl, topped with a soft-boiled egg and drizzled with lemony olive oil. See more

Ingredients

2 oz smoked salmon (wild-caught, nitrate-free)
½ avocado, sliced
1 egg
1 cup baby spinach or arugula
1 Tbsp olive oil (for drizzling)
1 tsp lemon juice
1 Tbsp red onion, thinly sliced
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Macronutrients

Protein: 22g
Fat: 35g
Carbs: 4g

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Bacon-Wrapped Dijon Meatloaf Minis
Mini beef meatloaves wrapped in crispy bacon, topped with a sharp Dijon glaze. See more

Ingredients

For the Meatloaf Minis:
8 oz ground beef (80/20)
2 Tbsp almond flour
1 egg, beaten
2 Tbsp red onion, finely minced
1 clove garlic, finely minced
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp sea salt
¼ tsp black pepper
4 strips sugar-free bacon

For the Dijon Mustard Glaze:
1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp butter
½ tsp apple cider vinegar
¼ tsp smoked paprika
¼ tsp sea salt

For Finishing:
1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Macronutrients

Protein: 46g
Fat: 52g
Carbs: 3g

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Role of advanced glycation end products in cardiovascular disease
AGEs form under hyperglycemic conditions like diabetes.
Advanced glycation end products (AGEs) form through non‑enzymatic glycation and oxidation of proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids, especially under hyperglycemic conditions like diabetes. AGEs promote cardiovascular disease by cross-linking extracellular matrix proteins—such as collagen and elastin—altering tissue structure and increasing stiffness, while also activating their cell-surface receptor RAGE to trigger intracellular signaling pathways (e.g. p21^ras, MAPK, NF‑κB). This leads to inflammation, oxidative stress, endothelial dysfunction, reduced NO availability, and upregulation of adhesion molecules and cytokines, all of which contribute to atherosclerosis, vascular stiffening, and heart failure. Clinical correlations show higher serum AGE levels associated with severity of heart failure, and early studies suggest that interventions targeting AGE formation or AGE–RAGE signaling may hold therapeutic promise.

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The Philosophy of David Stove
The Hermitix Podcast with James Franklin
Australian philosopher James Franklin discusses the life and ideas of David Stove—especially Stove’s defense of induction and logical probability.

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Peer Review
Melinda Baldwin from the American Institute of Physics delves into the historical evolution of the process.
Originally absent from early journals like the Philosophical Transactions, formal peer review only emerged in the 19th and 20th centuries as a practical way to manage growing scientific output.

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Longevity and Strength: Why do the old get weak?
Analyzing strength loss of aging athletes compared to those that remain sedentary
This article by Lon Kilgore, PhD, explores the relationship between aging, strength loss, and physical activity. Lon begins by addressing the common belief that organ systems lose about 0.68% of their functional capacity per year after age 30, a decline that accumulates over time and contributes to frailty. However, data shows that strength loss in sedentary individuals occurs at a much faster rate than organ system decay alone can explain, suggesting that inactivity accelerates the decline in physical function.

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Of Course Overeating Makes Us Fat... Except When It Doesn't?
What a pair of experiments—one a thought experiment, one a century old—tell us about the illogic of overeating.
Gary Taubes challenges the “calories in = calories out” notion as both oversimplified and often misleading. Using two experiments—one imaginary, one historical—he illustrates how overeating only explains fat gain when fuel is stored rather than burned, meaning weight gain depends as much on metabolism and hormonal regulation as on caloric intake.

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The Glute-Ham Developer Sit-Up
The benefits of the GHD sit-up explained, along with a cautionary tale of their potency.
"The lesson we’ve drawn from the GHD sit-up is that in spite of the primacy of hip flexors over trunk flexors, or the abs, in this sit-up it recruits the abs powerfully in two ways. First, the movement takes the trunk from hyperextension to full flexion, albeit with negligible load. (No crunch can match this range of motion.) Second, the role of the abs in this sit-up is powerful and largely isometric—i.e., they stabilize the torso from undue extension.

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Obesity-associated cancers tripled nationwide over past two decades
Obesity is associated with a higher risk of developing 13 types of cancer
“It’s time we recognize obesity not just as a metabolic concern but as a cancer prevention priority. Addressing this requires coordinated public health action focused on prevention, early detection, and equity in care delivery.”

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Replication Crisis Update
Comic from xkcd.
Is the war on saturated fat finally going to end?
Maryanne Demasi reports
"They called us fringe. Dangerous. Irresponsible. But we were right about saturated fat. Is the medical establishment finally ready to admit it?"

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Uncovering the Truth About Midlife Women’s Health
Webinar with Amy Alkon
In this

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Turkey Ricotta Meatballs with Garlic Herb Marinara

Turkey meatballs enriched with creamy ricotta and extra cheese, served over buttery zucchini ribbons, and topped with a rich garlic herb marinara sauce.

See more
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Rest

Rest day

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Role of advanced glycation end products in cardiovascular disease

AGEs form under hyperglycemic conditions like diabetes.

See more