Converting Your Website From HTTP to HTTPS (A Very Simple Guide)

This past weekend I finally got around to converting one of my fairly large websites (over 600 pages) from HTTP to HTTPS.  I’d been postponing the conversion for over a year due to nerve damage in my hands and forearms that prevented me from doing basic tasks like using a phone or computer.  Now that …

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Top Rap Songs of January 2018 (Latest Releases)

Because the month is over, it’s time for me to reflect upon my favorite rap and hip-hop releases for January 2018.  If you’re new to my website, you should know that each month I scour the internet (and various YouTube channels) to find the latest rap releases.  Thereafter, I document all of the rap releases …

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Fasted Cardio Benefits vs. Fed Cardio: Which Is Optimal?

What is fasted cardio? Fasted cardio refers to performing cardiovascular exercise while in a fasted state.  Fasted cardio differs from fed cardio in that the body burns fat stores for energy instead of glycogen stores. Fasted Cardio Benefits (Possibilities) After reviewing the available research in which the physiologic effects of fasted cardio were documented, I’ve …

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Creatine for Brain & Cognitive Enhancement: An Underrated Nootropic?

When I first started lifting weights, the two marquee supplements being pimped out by every website, fitness YouTuber, and personal trainer at gyms included: whey protein and creatine monohydrate.  Because I ate plenty of protein and knew that creatine could be attained via my diet – I abstained from purchasing either of the aforementioned supplements.  …

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NFL Playoffs 2018: Predictions

I’m somewhat of a casual NFL fan (no I don’t watch every game), but each year I like to make predictions week-by-week throughout the playoffs as to who I think will win.  I make these predictions for the sake of general fun; sometimes I don’t even watch the games.  I do not make predictions under …

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Acupuncture for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Gimmick or Legit?

The year of 2017 was relatively miserable for me.  I received 5 different diagnoses from 5 different doctors for the same set of symptoms.  All of the medical professionals that I saw had done their best to accurately diagnose and treat the insidious bilateral hand pain that unexpectedly emerged in late February 2017.  My initial …

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