A few weeks ago I published a short article on Henry Rollins' short essay, 'The Iron and the Soul.' Rollins' appreciation for the deeper meaning of exercise struck a chord with me early in my training career and, like an old jumper, is something that brings me comfort to this day. The essay spoke to… Continue reading Inspirational Reads: Chris Shugart, ‘Merry Christmas Bob,’ 2000
"And now for something completely different" I'll be spending a few weeks discussing various writings on lifting weights that have left an imprint on me in many ways. As anyone who has dedicated themselves to the gym for a prolonged period will attest, lifting weights is about so much more than exercise. It is a… Continue reading Inspirational Reads: Henry Rollins, ‘The Iron and Soul,’ 1994
