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We began living in Nashville, Tennessee, in 2018. I’m a Japanese-Canadian, having migrated from Canada in 2011. This blog started from my passion for self-improvement, which is deeply rooted in the Japanese concept of “Kaizen.” The word “Kaizen” is widely used in Japan, where I was born and raised. My husband affectionately calls me a “bookworm” because I always read. Every Sunday, I post about whatever projects or thoughts I’m currently focused on.

There are two contributors to this blog. My husband will post a blog every other day, sharing his journey. Just before turning 35, he suffered a severe stroke that left him mostly paralyzed. After intense rehabilitation, he made a remarkable recovery, regaining full mobility. Today, he can run even better than before. His story reminds me constantly of how essential it is to practice “Kaizen” in everyday life. Last year, I invited him to share some of his personal journals here, and his perspective has enriched our content.

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Discomfort vs. Pain in Strength Training: How to Avoid Injury and Build Muscle Safely

Day 47 of 100 Days Muscle Resistance Workout Challenge Focus Topic: Discomfort vs. Pain in Strength Training. Learn to distinguish between healthy muscle fatigue (burn, stretch, effort) and injury warning pain (sharp, joint, lingering). Learning Material  One of the most important lessons in any long-term training program is learning to tell discomfort from pain. It’s …

The Hidden Workout: How Recovery Builds Strength

Day 46 of 100 Days Muscle Resistance Workout Challenge Focus Topics: Recovery Builds Strength. Understand that muscles grow during rest, not training, and progression only works when recovery is balanced. Learning Material  When I thought about training, I pictured lifting something heavier, running farther, or pushing harder. After investigation, that is not really true at …

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