An analysis of 400+ diet books
Only 20% of the advice in diet books tells you what to eat. Here's what it means
April 27, 2026
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Insights & Stories
Reflections on movement, breath, and mindful practice.
GLP-1s and Muscle Loss: April '26 AMA
A deep dive into GLP-1s and muscle, and what to do if you take them.
April 25, 2026
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Podcast: Is Alcohol Actually Bad for You? The Truth About Drinking, Social Media & Diet Soda
Unpacking the moral panic of screen time, the hidden downsides of Dry January, and the daily vice wellness gurus say is killing me.
April 23, 2026
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Don't Die: Do Pullups Part II
The standard gym approach to pullups isn't ideal and can destroy your elbows. Here's what to do instead.
April 22, 2026
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Podcast: Build Better Habits & Master the Mental Game of Eating
Melissa Urban, Founder of Whole30, talks nutrition and habit change (from millions of data points).
April 21, 2026
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Don't Die: Do Pullups Part I
Why pullups are powerful and how to get your first one.
April 20, 2026
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The Expedition: April '26
25 new ideas to make you smarter, healthier, and wealthier this month.
April 17, 2026
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Podcast: Boston Marathon, Super Shoes, Ultra-Processed Foods, Trail Recipe
Brady Holmer talks Boston, Dr. Mike Roussell dishes on the science of food, and I reveal my (ridiculous) go-to hiking food.
April 16, 2026
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How to Build the Capacity to Be Alone
Being alone and feeling lonely are not the same thing. Here's how to leverage the power of solitude.
April 15, 2026
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Podcast: Hunting, Hard Things, and the Mindset That Gets You Through Storms
Donnie Vincent, from The Comfort Crisis, joins me on today’s episode of the Two Percent Podcast.
April 14, 2026
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1,000 Ways to Get Disconnected
How the comfort and convenience of modern life is driving up loneliness and hurting our health
April 13, 2026
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Gear Not Stuff: Running Gear
I asked elite coaches and professional runners for their top recommendations. Here is what actually works, what doesn't, and the ultimate cross-training tool.
April 10, 2026
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Burning 15,000 calories in 18 hours
Fueling a 269-mile "Tetrathlon," the four-headed monster of endurance events (and five lessons for fueling your own endurance feats)
April 8, 2026
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Big Announcement: Podcast
The new Two Percent podcast is right here right now
April 7, 2026
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Burn the Ships: April 2026
You better run.
April 3, 2026
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The 6 rules of a tougher mindset
The most effective ways to handle stress, overcoming anxiety, and building a tougher brain.
April 1, 2026
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What doesn't kill us ...
Problems can be a good thing.
March 30, 2026
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Q&A March 2026
Escaping fitness tracker anxiety, the ultimate 70+ longevity workout, and why minimalist shoes might be ruining your joints.
March 27, 2026
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The 6 rules of a great workout
Master these fundamental patterns to build strength, regardless of your age, fitness level, or equipment.
March 25, 2026
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The "Inactivity Mismatch Hypothesis"
Evolutionary data shows that the world's healthiest people sit 10 hours a day. Here's why your comfortable chair is the real problem, and how to fix it.
March 23, 2026
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