Author: kevin_rader
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Strength Training: The Missing Piece
In my last post, I talked about the three key pillars of fitness: cardio (for me, primarily running), nutrition, and strength training. While running and nutrition have always been my focus, strength training has been the one area I’ve historically neglected. A quick glance at my bookshelf confirms it—I’ve got stacks of books on running,…
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How Weight Watchers Helped Me Build Better Eating Habits
The biggest lesson I took from Weight Watchers was shifting from a “diet” mindset to a lifestyle change. It wasn’t about temporary restrictions—it was about learning to eat better permanently.
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Chasing Boston: My Journey to Qualifying for the Boston Marathon
Back in 2009, at 38 years old, I was in the fastest running shape of my life. That year, I set personal records (PRs) in the 5K, 10K, half marathon, and marathon. The highlight? Running the Chicago Marathon in 3 hours, 15 minutes, and 52 seconds—a time that, by sheer luck, was fast enough to…
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Introduction
I created My Body Experiment as a way to share the knowledge and benefits that I have personally gained as an avid runner, amateur nutrionist, and all around data junkie with anyone interested in living a healthier life.
