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Richard

I'm a creative front-end developer from the Netherlands, and this is my blog. I write about code, cycling, quantified self, and everyday life. I'm a proud father of twins.

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The Love-Hate Relationship with Technology: A Blessing in Disguise

In our fast-paced, interconnected world, technology has become an indispensable part of our lives. It has transformed how we communicate, work, learn, and entertain ourselves. From smartphones and social media to artificial intelligence and automation, technology surrounds us, making our lives more convenient and efficient in numerous ways. However, our

The Love-Hate Relationship with Technology: A Blessing in Disguise
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What being a youth baseball coach taught me about life

Not many people know I'm a youth baseball coach, and honestly, I didn't know if I would fit the job. I started this journey last year, as the old coach couldn't combine work and coaching the U12 kids at HSCM. Together with a friend, we've picked up the position of

What being a youth baseball coach taught me about life
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Overwhelmed with your fitness journey?

Overwhelmed with your fitness journey?
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10 Reasons Why the Turkish Get-Up Will Transform Your Health

The Turkish Get-Up (TGU) is a traditional exercise that has been used for centuries by wrestlers, martial artists, and other athletes in various cultures around the world. The exact origin of the TGU is unknown. Still, it is believed to have originated in the Ottoman Empire, where wrestlers and other

10 Reasons Why the Turkish Get-Up Will Transform Your Health
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Benefits of Working Out Barefoot

I've gifted myself a pair of VivoBareFoot shoes. VivoBarefoot is a footwear company that produces a range of shoes with a minimal design and a focus on natural movement. The company's products are designed to allow the feet to move and function as they would naturally to promote foot health

Benefits of Working Out Barefoot
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Down the Rabbit Hole: Artificial Intelligence

I found myself in one of my many rabbit holes this holiday: Artificial Intelligence (AI). You've probably heard of it, and social media is flooded with AI-generated images. So what is AI about? First, a brief history of AI. The idea of creating intelligent machines dates back to ancient civilizations,

Down the Rabbit Hole: Artificial Intelligence
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3 Keys points to focus on heading into the new year

2023 is around the corner, so it's time to start thinking about new year's resolutions. If you haven't done so, these three key points will help you on your way. Get on a program or have a weekly plan for your workouts (movement) A program or weekly plan can be

3 Keys points to focus on heading into the new year
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The benefits of kettlebells

Kettlebell workouts have become increasingly popular in recent years due to their versatility and effectiveness in improving strength, endurance, and overall physical fitness. Here are just a few of the benefits of incorporating kettlebell workouts into your fitness routine: 1. Full-body workouts: Kettlebell exercises involve multiple muscle groups at once,

The benefits of kettlebells
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Time for a change

I’ve been there. It feels like every time you turn around, someone is trying to convince you that they have the solution to your weight loss woes. You’re tired of hearing about diets and pills, but what else is there? If only there was a way to make

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A guide to managing your time when you’re always behind

It seems that being behind on all the things you need to do has become (or perhaps always has been) a part of our essential human condition.

A guide to managing your time when you’re always behind