Blog · plain writing, sourced
Notes from the long game.
Pieces I’ve written for people thinking about strength, nutrition, and the patient version of changing how you live. Every claim is sourced; nothing is here to sell you a supplement.
- 2026·7 min
The 66-day truth: why habits take longer than you think
The “21 days to form a habit” line is folklore. The real number is 66 days on average — and as wide as 18 to 254. Most people quit right when the research says they're early.
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- 2026·7 min
Why most diets fail (and what doesn't)
If you've tried five diets and none of them stuck, you didn't fail them. The long-term data shows the failure rate is brutal across almost every approach.
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- 2026·6 min
Why strength training is non-negotiable
Strength training isn't about looking fit. It's one of the strongest levers you have for handling blood sugar, keeping bones, and staying independent as you get older.
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Lipi · Bowmanville, Ontario