A quick recipe, a rant from a girl who can kick your ass, and a new workout to try
The "rocking my world" entry has become somewhat of a theme here on my blog. It's where I get to talk about random things that may not constitute a full blog post by themselves, but with their powers combined (like Captain Planet) make for a fun article.
The Ultimate Burger
On a week when I'm feeling extra productive I'll make a batch of these and put 'em in the fridge to eat later. Half the time I don't even re-heat them. Delicious. This recipe makes five to six burgers depending on how big you make them.
Ingredients:
1 pound ground beef
1 egg
1 small bunch Italian parsley
12 crackers (like Ritz or something comparable)
2 Tablespoons Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper
How to prepare and cook:
1. Put your crackers in a bowl and crush the shit out of them. (That's a cooking term.)
2. Chop your parsley
3. In a large mixing bowl add the parsley, mustard, beef, egg, and season with salt and pepper.
4. Using both your hands mix the shit out of it. (Another cooking term.)
5. Roll and pat into small patties, put on a plate, and drizzle olive oil on each side.
6. Place in the fridge for 5-10 minutes to "firm up."
7. Get a pan and put it on medium-high heat. It should be hot to the touch.
8. Cook for four minutes per side.
9. Eat, rub belly, and declare that life is good.
Girls Who Can Kick My Ass
Pip is a former client of mine, a professional skier, writer, and all-around badass. I asked her to write me a few paragraphs about how she feels when she goes to the gym. Two words: watch out.
I’m not that big. In fact, I’m what you could call pretty little. I’m 5’2”, 125 pounds. But despite my small size, I can still kick your ass. I like to do it quietly and unassuming. Walk into the gym, stretch, warm up, watch the meatheads in their strategically cut t-shirts , lats on full display, laying on the bench grunting their way through a one rep set of bench presses. One? Really dude, you can only do one? Huh.
I prefer power lifting or Olympic. Occasionally you’ll find busting through a heavy set of 3x5 or looking for my 1 rep max, but never laying down on a bench, spending more time checking out the chicks on the elipticals than working up a sweat.
After all, that’s why I’m here: to sweat. I start my workout slowly, picking out the weight, going over the different moves in the superset, making sure I have the back extension machine under lock down and plenty of space. Then it starts. You don’t want me to drop the bar? Tough. I’m not setting this bar down gently after a round of jerks. And I’m not stopping after that round either. Catch my breath? That would be cheating. This work out is all about me and the clock. How fast can I finish?
Next, wall balls, then 28” box jumps, then onto rowing, repeat. Five rounds later I’m finished, laying on the floor, chest heaving, and relieved that I’m finished. But my workout has earned more than one weary look.
“Those are the best cleans I’ve ever seen, and you’re a girl! What are you training for?”
Training for? Nothing in particular. Just life.
When you have a second, check out her blog, The Adventures of Pip.
Hardcore Density Training for Fat-Loss and General Pain
The past few months I've been experimenting with an alternative type of cardio to stay lean and improve my work capacity: bodyweight (or light weight) circuits for time. I do them once or twice per week, which serves as good active recovery from my weight training sessions.
Here's something to try the next time you go to the gym. (Warning: it sucks real bad.)
A1 Blast Strap, TRX, or Bodyweight Row x 30 seconds
Rest 30 seconds
A2 Jumping Lunge x 30 seconds
Rest 30 seconds
Repeat 2-3 more times
B1 Push-up variation (regular, spiderman, dive-bomber, etc.) x 30 seconds
Rest 30 seconds
B2 Kettlebell swing x 30 seconds
Rest 30 seconds
Repeat 2-3 more times
C1 Overhead Medicine Ball Slams x 30 seconds
Rest 30 seconds
C2 Close-grip Chin-up x 30 seconds
Rest 30 seconds
Repeat 2-3 more times
Playing Outside
Here's something to try: turn off your cell phone, pack some food, get a few friends together, and go do something outside. Brilliant!
I'm amazed at how many people never leave their homes or daily routine. Fresh air, good company, and a new physical challenge = memories and a general feeling of awesomeness.
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So what kinds of things are rocking your world right now? Let me know below in the comments! One random person will be picked to receive a free Humblecock shirt!
(EDIT: Thanks to everyone for their comments! I picked Tony Roe and Ciaran to win the free shirt. Check your email, guys.)
Posted Jul 22, 2010 by Nate Green.
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Great blog! First time poster, long time reader. Totally irrelevant comment: I've been dreaming of a Tony Horton (P90X) / Nate Green workout video. Can you imagine the intensity? Epic.
Getting outside is a blast! Was out sailing this past weekend and had one of the best summer days ever!
The gym has its place, the track, heck even the pool... Nothing beats getting outdoors and actually playing with the amazing body you were given and are (hopefully) building!
things rocking my world.
1. muscle tech nitro tech hardcore
2, the built for show book
3. jimmy dean turkey sausage
4. squats
5. LIFE!!!!
What's rocking my world? Realizing that mental fitness financial fitness, and physical fitness all tie into together. By being physically fit thru not only a regime and basic like walking hiking and bike riding my mental fitness increases simply by feeling better and also doing at a crossword or sum sort mental game. And by having the discipline to keep to those two things, I have the discipline to make sure my money situations are under control.
What's rocking my world? Discipline and fun.
Eli Blevins
Bouldering!
1. Kettlebell swings and a round on the heavy bag between sets
2. Unsweetened coconut milk
3. Roasted Brussel Sprouts (wtf!?!)
4. HBO serving up more kick ass episodes of Entourage and Hung
Great post. I just made a round of burgers a few days ago and they were totally lackluster. I'm gonna have to try your recipe.
I really enjoy reading you're input on life. Keep it coming!
Four things for me
1) Built for Show. Just picked it up, enjoying the read. Will get to it this weekend!
2) New job. Finished my training certification, starting a new job. Exciting/overwhelming/motivating all at once.
3) New apartment. Busy stretch for me right now
4) Glute med work. Why not?!?
1. I'm with @Mike and HBO serving up killer shows.
2. Just started "the Glass Castle" - so far so good, have you read it Nate?
3. Just bought a new macbook pro - made the switch from a pc and so far I'm glad I did - I'm loving this thing!
4. The Nate Green Experience is a pretty awesome site, definitely have to put it on the list.
Thanks for the article Nate,
- Chad
Replace the crackers with steel cut oats. Delicious and healthy and gives you the same texture.
I have one thing rocking my world right now: I am getting married to the love of my life this Sunday! Getting rock in this way beats all other ways. : )
Sarcasm
Moving
Job hunting
My dad beating the shit out of cancer (that is a medical term)
Just fitness in general. After staying at or around 250lbs the last 7 years I have finally revamped my lifestyle and am currently around 205lbs and hoping to drop below 200.
and rock climbing :D
Things that are currently rocking my socks
hmmmmmm :p
1)turning 21 yesterday and realizing that I'm getting better with age both physically and mentally
2) Sons of Anarchy
3) sunny weather and the awesome fun that doing conditioning work with friends can become
4) new pendulum album , its a must for high energy workouts
5) hanging out and goofing about with friends and family :D
1. Chiddy Bang - "The Opposite of Kids"
2. Inception
3. I, Bodybuilder
4. CT's Black Book of Training Secrets
are currently rocking my world
1. Chiddy Bang - "The Opposite of Kids"
2. Inception
3. I, Bodybuilder
4. CT's Black Book of Training Secrets
are currently rocking my world
1. vintage pin ups (i know they're all grandmothers now but wow 50 years ago!)
2. labseries
3. listening to Sinatra on the commute lately
4. surfing - longboard, shortboard...even SUP eek!
"9. Eat, rub belly, and declare that life is good." Hahahahah.
I love those kind of cardio workouts. When I try yours I'll look over at the sheeple on the cardio equipment and laugh.
I wonder how many of our current ailments today are due to a simple lack of fresh air. You live in a beautiful part of the country.
Pip could kick my ass
@ Zach -congrats man
@Rhone -thoughts and prayers for you and your dad
@ Nate -I want to be the random person
Whats rocking my world right now? Try playing rugby in the blazing heat, its a rush of endrophines you've never experienced before.
Pip, we are one and the same. I stand 117 and 5'3" and i can deadlift more than the high school boy next to me about to blow his back out doing 135lb.
1- VPX Anarchy, that stuff is awesome!
2- preparing for RAW powerlifting meet in Sept
3- Oats + Syngex + Natural PB = 1 awesome breakfast/anytime meal
4- Sled Pulls (my LOVE/HATE relationship with them)
Nice update Nate! Going to test out those burgers real soon.
Currently rocking my world;
1. Wolf parade's new album!
2. Ripped Freak with Geranium (This stuff really works! Shuts down my apetite and gets my going at the gym)
3. Hiking with my friends and doing some fishing in the mountains of norway
4. My new Nike Free Run+ shoes! Cool as hell and really comfortable!
1. Getting back into muay thai after an 8 month sabbatical spent recovering from labral repair surgery.
2. Awesome books. The Fountainhead (Ayn Rand), Zen & the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance (Pirsig), Aftershock
3. The City of God.
4. Using a bosu ball instead of a deskchair at work.
Whats up Nate:
1. Training with my girl and having her doing 5 clean pullups
2. Getting my first Radio interview done with.....Guess!
3. Finishing writing a book of healthy 'Cheat' meals for general sale
4. All types of new training challenges
5. Life moving in a positive direction
Stu
Great post, Nate.
I'd really like to see more strong, motivated women at my gym.
Anyway, 4 things currently rocking MY world...
1.) Life - first and foremost. Living life and enjoying it as much as possible everyday. There is always something about life you can be joyous about.
2.) My girlfriend - enough said, right?
3.) Foam Rolling/Mobility - This has really been helping me out. I feel more flexible on a daily basis, and I feel more capable when I hit the gym.
4.) Maker's Mark - The occasional "clean" glass of Maker's really does the trick for me - I'm sure you'll agree with that. ;)
Soon-to-be rocking my world - density workouts. Keep up the goodness, Nate.
-Tony
1. The Fighters Mind by Sam Sheridan
2. EDT workouts
3. Trail Runs
4. HIll Srpints
1. Segrams 7 on the rocks after a long day at work
2. Hitting a new PR of 405 for 10 for deadlift at the lightest BW I've been in a year (183) and bleeding all over the barbell /ground due to ripped shins/callouses and seeing the guy that was doing curls in the squat rack next to me attempt to lift it off the ground when I went to get towels to wipe the blood up and him not realizing there was blood, getting blood on him, then throwing up. Needless to say I didn't have to clean up the blood, the puke, or rack my weights, he did.
3. My dutch oven, it's a miracle for chili and other meals and making large quantities of food easily.
4. Braising. It makes steak round and pork and other thick cuts of meat sooo much juicier.
5. Started my own training/nutrition consultation company in April, and am now moving out of my parents house tomorrow, thank God.
6. My gal is moving here soon, she is an amazing cook and a nutritionist. Can you say bulking cleanly?
7. Tour de france. Lance is awesome. Actually anyone over 35 in the tour de france is awesome (and there are a few).
what's rocking my world?
-kayaking! i bought one about a month ago and i love going paddling w/ my friends!
-the chill pandora station i am grooming to play while i massage
-brewing and drinking delicious beer
-spending lots of time w/ awesome friends, especially when it's outdoors
your burger recipe is very similar to mine, although instead of crackers i usually make my own seasoned breadcrumbs to mix in. and i like to put a shake or two of montreal steak seasoning in there. nom!
Well, I haven't been able to hit the gym in a while...so I guess I'd have to say my longboard. I take it everywhere, especially when I go out to meet with friends, it gets me some odd looks but I guess that just means it's interesting to them.
Fat Gripz - make my forearms feel like they are going to explode
Meditation
White water rafting
1) First aid.
Seriously. Last summer, I got involved with St. John Ambulance. Within the year, I've put in so much work that they've promoted me and decided to pay for my advanced training and instructor courses. I'm having an absolute blast teaching (it's pretty much the greatest part-time job ever, other than maybe being a classy stripper) and I've met hundreds of amazing people - plus I've been all over the city, getting lots of fresh air, helping those in need, and getting free food for providing first aid at community events (for a college student, free food is better than any award). Everything from sheepdog trials to dragon boat racing to charity walks to hockey games - it sounds cheesy, but giving back to the community opens up a whole new world.
2) Being in shape. As a former fat kid, few feelings can compare to taking your shirt off at the beach with pride rather than fear and shame. Ah, the little joys in life :)
3) Oh, and coffee. Yeah, it's not a good thing, but there's nothing quite like that first cup that lights that special fire that says "How shall I change the world today?" No delusions of grandeur, mind you - I know I'm just chipping away, but I'm loving every moment of it.
4 things currently rocking my world:
1) new hot chick who has joined my gym (punching above my weight but hey-ho-give it a go!!)
2)discovering rock climbing
3)re-discovering my love of the game of golf
4)finally reaching my goals
keep up good work Nate!
1. Researching fascinating, but little known historical facts about the play CYRANO DE BERGERAC for a new solo show I'm working on.
2. The Dark and Stormy. Excellent summertime drink.
3. Getting my workouts back on the right path.
4. The movie DESPICABLE ME (I laughed and laughed...)
Another recipe stolen from Jamie Oliver I see :D My mum met him a few years ago apparently he's really tall. I have a few of Jamie Oliver's books and I brought Jamie's Food Revolution after your last post with the Chilli Con Carne. I had to import it because I live in the UK but it's certainly worth it. Iv tried these already and they are awesome! Its a brilliant book and I use it all the time to. A few of the recipes from Jamie's books a a staple in my new diet.
I just started your Build For Show program. I'm on week 5 of the autumn program and I'm starting to feel a look a little stronger. I can't wait to get for the winter program to come round.
I think I read somewhere your writing a new book. Is this true?
1. My modified EDT/Interval training program.
2. That movie Inception... Warped my brain.
3. My girl surprising me with a hot latex outfit last night.. OMG!
4. Following my diet to the last Micro. I thought it was going to be a lot harder then it is. As long as I prepare it is a "piece of cake"
1.) Heavy Squats - for one week straight Im havin sore legs ! :)
2.) My just found passion for writing motivational-essays
3.) watermelon aka [Citrullus lanatus] - fresh out the fridge
Riding my motorcycle wherever I go, even to the gym. I love summers, I hardly ever use the car.
Vintage Motorcycle Days Mid Ohio. 3 days in July of non-stop fun, just looking at over 30,000 bikes that come to this even. Meet old friends, make new ones. I've been going there ever year since 2003. I don't miss this.
Looking forward to riding the Blue Ridge Parkway at the end of this month. All of it. 400 miles one way. I hope to do the Skyline Drive while I'm at it.
I love riding, can't ya tell ?!
If you don't have a bike, what are you waiting for?
I'll have to try that hamburger recipe to make it the 4th thing that will rock my world.
@ chad Glass Castle was phenomenal! Enjoy.
1. Reading tons of books after not doing much of that since high school
2. Working in the field I went to school for and loving it while so many others aren't as lucky
3. Doing sprints in the hot sun knowing other people are sitting around drinking and eating chips and getting fat
4. Billy Talent's latest album
1) Currently on a 10 sets / 5 reps programme. kickass programme!
2) Readers on my site increased!!
3) My clients achieving their fitness Goals.
4) The first ever youth olympic games will be held in Singapore in 3 weeks times.
( I am the S&C coach for the hockey team) Hope they do well!!
1. Long-term world travel
2. The Four-Hour Work Week (and the resulting Tim Ferrissing of my life)
3. Cold approaching
4. Long walks to get creative juices flowing
I would like a Humblecock tshirt please, for they are currently rocking my world.
Nice post...
Rocking my world? lol i have no idea...
maybe training Ving Tsun and lifting... maybe hanging around with my best friends and traveling (traveling in whole europe atm)
maybe just knowing that there is one person who thinks at me?
i really dont know and to be honest "Not knowing what comes next is a great thing lol" ok there will be a time where i want to know but know when i turn 18 next saturday i dont care.... its to early...
one freind an teacher in school told me some weeks ago: "Do whatever the fuck you want" and he is right and i think this sentence and the oportunity to do whatever i want is the best thinng in the world and that is rocking my world :D ok and my 18 b-day lol
wishes from germany Björn
I like Pip. She is my kinda girl.
Just discovered your blog, It is pretty dam awesome.
I totally agree with playing outside. In fact you have inspired me to finish this comment then immediately go for a walk.
Cheers Dude.
Outdoors!
Im about to go on holidays back home for a month, which means swapping the desert for the mountains, cant wait to get back 'outdoors'!
P.S Girls who kick ass in the gym are hot, fact.
Well Nate, at the moment, your burgers are rocking my world. I just made a batch and they were INCREDIBLE. Thanks for the easy recipe!
Aside from that, I'm enjoying following the Max-OT training program. So far I'm on week 10 and making impressive gains.
Eminem is also rocking my world.
The 'Life in a Day' project rocked yesterday and will surely rock next year when it comes together.
1) Roller Hockey league in full effect.. leading in scoring haha wooo
2) Cutting over 20 lbs of fat in 12 weeks
3) Protein sludge (tbsp pb, 1 scoop protein, a lil water..freeze for 75 minutes.. like ice cream)
4) This blog.... NEVER enough updates to keep me satisfied haha.
Totally agree on getting outdoors.
Just last weekend I and a bunch of friends went out for some river rafting in Bakersfield, CA. The rapids weren't that strong so we had a chance to ditch the raft and just swim our way down the river. I tell ya, there's nothing better than swimming down a river in a 100-degree day. Oh and the paddling was an awesome workout.
4 Things rockin my world...
1. No gym- strictly running outdoors, biking, and swimming. I'm training for triatholons and it feels unreal.
2. It's official- both my brother and sis are 21, so hanging w them has been awesome except my sister wont hook me up with her friends and me n my brother r way over protective and have mixed it up a few too many times
3. Writing
4. Personal finance- Ive been reading everything under the sun about it and everyone here should too. I highly reccomend "I Will Teach You To Be Rich".
Chris Stella
1. My wife (I get bonus points for saying that!)
2. The Japanese summer festivals
3. Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ)
4. 'Screw It, Let's Do It' by Richard Branson
1) Terrapin... favorite beer of the moment.
2) Afternoon lunch hour work-outs. I used to wake up bright and early but needed a mix-up, and the BFS summer work-outs are short enough to pull it off. It helps fight the dreaded 2 p.m. tiredness.
3) Inception. Best movie of the year so far.
4) Working on theatre and film projects... happy to be doing what I love.
Great blog..
Thing's rocking my world:
Family and friends. Been through a tough time when I found out my girlfriend of 1.5 years had been cheating on me. Turns out it was with 7 different guys. Having people to talk to really helped.
The gym. What better way to let out my anger than on weights?
Precision Nutrition (Scrawny to Brawny challenge). I'm 2 months in and i'm eating better and feeling (physically) better than I ever have. The strength and extra muscle don't hurt either.
Fashion. Nothing like a bit of retail therapy when you're feeling down. Really liking fresh new tshirts and cool shoes.
Travel. Currently planning a trip to Europe. Can't wait.
A bunch of my shipmates were talking about these on base today and I had to share, they're braclets and arm bands made from old military uniforms. The awesome part is 70% of the profits go back to helping those of us on active duty in all branches and helping us stay intouch with our familys while overseas. Check them out at "www.bandsforarms.com", I already ordered some and am looking at sending in some of my wornout unifroms for the personalized bands for my family. Thats whats currently rocking my world.
1. A sprained foot is currently rocking my world. I sustained the injury playing in an office softball game and I have been on the shlef for the last week and 1/2.
2. The trial runs-on the shelf-
3. HIll Sprints-on the shelf-
4. EDT-still trying to get it done but the foot still hurts quite a bit and I am trying not to do more damage.
It is amazing how much we can take ou bodies for granted. I am currently ploting my comeback. Check out Nates article "From Dud to Stud in 30 days. http://www.t-nation.com/testosterone-magazine-637?s=prevTitle#from-dud-to-stud. Good stuff about an all out assult for 30 days!
Hey Nate- Great post. Things rocking my world right now?
1) Sleigh bells- indie band with a phenomenal sound
2) Ice packs - I recently bought two so that I can help heal my recently sprained ankle (playing basketball). They are so much better than traditional ice because they can actually wrap around your joint.
2a) The Smirnoff Icing game. It actually sucks, but its so popular now I thought it was worth mentioning.
3) DIY BBQing. I'm not grilling things that come in boxes anymore.
4) Dexter - I'm on season 3, its great.
Hey Nate- Great post. Things rocking my world right now?
1) Sleigh bells- indie band with a phenomenal sound
2) Ice packs - I recently bought two so that I can help heal my recently sprained ankle (playing basketball). They are so much better than traditional ice because they can actually wrap around your joint.
2a) The Smirnoff Icing game. It actually sucks, but its so popular now I thought it was worth mentioning.
3) DIY BBQing. I'm not grilling things that come in boxes anymore.
4) Dexter - I'm on season 3, its great.
1) Jack3d - this thing kicks my ass for HOURS after I train.
2) Inception - Has to be the greatest movie this year so far (what a mind f*ck). The Expendables might just trump it though ;)
3) HIIT training - Love the feeling at the end of one of these workouts
4) My blog and the creative outlet it offers
5) How I met Your Mother - My girl and I are OBSESSED with this show. Barney, I bow to you.
1) Bar-Barians / BeastMode / Highlandaz
2) Tao Te Ching
3) Dick Proenneke - Alone in the Wilderness
4) The Vatersay Boys
5) Krishna Das
Check them out, they'll rock your world !
Oh man. This blog is ROCKING my world! The other thing rocking my world is the sweet, sweet victory of losing 10 pounds! YEEEEEEESSSSSSS!!!!!!!!
1st time reader and loving it!
Currently Rocking my world:
1) sporting a baby bump for the first time
2) kettlebell workouts for pregnant chicks!
3) baked potatoes at any meal
4) Hung on HBO
5) PJ and Scooby - my two 8 year old Pointers
Greattext from Pip :)
Nate,
Good stuff.
Here's what's rocking my world right now:
1. Being able to get back under the Oly bar.
Unfortunately, I'm boring. So that's about it.
On a workout note, have you thought of doing something a little more on the pain tolerance/fat loss end with your kettlebells other than just supersetting Swings with Push Ups?
How about some good ol' fashioned high rep Clean and Jerks or Clean and Presses if you like in a density format? Twenty minutes of sets of 10 C+Js will cook your goose and melt some butter from your belly for sure.
Keep up your good work both here and on T-Nation.
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