The Fit Geek

As geeks, our keen interests in media, books, games, and computers can easily lead us down the path of a sedentary lifestyle and poor fitness habits. The Fit Geek is here to help you integrate fitness into your geeky lifestyle so you can live a fuller, healthier, and longer life.

I hate exercise. Maybe I should not admit that on the “Fit Geek” section of this website, but it is true. And if I don’t enjoy something, I won’t do it; I know this about myself. Discipline only goes so far. I hate packing up my bag, going to the gym, getting all sweaty, and needing a shower. I don’t enjoy running…

I have been working part-time at my local cat shelter for over a year now, and it is not an exaggeration to call it a workout. When people picture work at an animal shelter, it is understandable if they imagine playing with animals and giving them treats. While yes, that is part of it, I spend a majority of…

This spring, I began to experience a lot of pain in my forearm and wrist. It’s no wonder, because my entire job is computer-based, with a lot of mouse and keyboard activity. And when I get home from work, I start on my weekly homework for my digital art class. Suffice to say, I am on the computer in some…

Like a lot of Minnesotans, I grew up doing plenty of sledding, ice skating, and skiing. But I never did much winter hiking or walking—it just didn’t really appeal. That changed when the pandemic hit and a friend and I decided to get in the habit of going on a hike or walk every couple of weeks as something to…

High-quality shoes are not a cure for foot pain, but they can mitigate the problem significantly. Barring other underlying conditions, high-quality shoes are a relatively simple solution to significant discomfort. When I was about 10 years old, I started to complain about foot pain. After only a…