At Fivefold Force, we believe real health is built on discipline—body, mind, and spirit. Research shows early risers who get moving sooner enjoy better fitness. But it’s more than timing; it’s choosing purpose over excuses. We encourage not just early exercise, but also prayer, meditation, and gratitude to train both body and soul with intention.

“8,250 steps is enough”? Be careful.

That number is a minimum public-health target—not the maximum for health.

There’s a lot of hype right now about seed oils being “toxic” or the root of the obesity epidemic. Let’s be real here: regardless of whether you think canola, soybean, or sunflower oil is healthy or unhealthy, seed oils themselves are not the reason people are gaining weight.

At Fivefold Force, we’re about cutting through noise and fear-mongering to get to the truth. So here it is, plain and simple: seed oils didn’t make us fat.

Don’t overcomplicate things!

Sometimes, especially when you’re first starting out or attempting to get back into shape, it’s more beneficial to utulize the K.I.S.S. method. You know…Keep It Simple Stupid.

You may have seen the recent CNN article discussing how exercise is being recognized not just as “good for you,” but as a true part of cancer treatment plans. It highlighted a new clinical trial in colon cancer survivors showing structured, supervised exercise improved disease-free survival, demonstrating that movement is medicine in the most literal sense.

But what if we went even further?

"Forget Running and Swimming"?! Let’s Talk About Longevity and Movement Honestly.

A recent headline claimed that playing racket sports can add nearly 10 years to your life—far more than swimming, running, or other activities. As someone who loves pickleball, tennis, and badminton, I know how fun and challenging they are. But let’s get real: it’s not the racket that adds years to your life.

What if science told you you’re aging faster at 44 and 60?

Would you panic—or would you push back with purpose?

In a world obsessed with slowing time, Fivefold Force is about living fully in it.

This isn’t a post about fear. It’s a call to move your body, clear your mind, and feed your soul—every single day you’re blessed to be here.

Read why aging curves don’t define us—and how gratitude, grit, and grounded living can change the game.

“Science tells us that 30–40 minutes of moderate exercise can offset the dangers of sitting—but why settle for ‘acceptable’ when we were made to thrive? Movement snacks—short bursts of activity throughout your day—are just as important as your main workout. Don’t wait for one session; sprinkle brief moments of motion hourly, and aim higher than break-even. Push for 60+ minutes daily. Rise above good enough.

Go beyond good enough.