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Marcus Follin (The Golden One)
Demigod Mentality
Legio Gloria, 2023
If someone truly believes himself to be blessed by the Gods, it eventually becomes true — this is the power of faith. — The Golden One (more…)
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It’s the middle of the winter and you’ve decided to get out of bed, grab your water bottle, and head out into the frigid cold to scrape off your ice-encrusted car. You’ve had your morning coffee and maybe even a banana-topped bowl of fortifying muesli. (more…)
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Marcus “The Golden One” Follin is a young star of the European New Right (see his previous appearances at Counter-Currents here). He has already published two books, written countless reviews, and is an entrepreneur, managing a line of clothing, nutrition, and other products through Legio Gloria. He is dedicated to the development of his body and spirit. (more…)
Arnold Schwarzenegger giving a Roman salute, as well as demonstrating the Covid safety distance.
Arnold Schwarzenegger giving a Roman salute, as well as demonstrating the Covid safety distance.
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Countless multitudes recently undertook an annual ritual: making New Year’s resolutions. Surely one of the most popular is to begin an exercise program. For regular gym rats, we observe that the January crowding starts to taper off by February. Perennially, it’s clear evidence that there’s a problem in following through. However, you can take extra assurance by a recent Time article, which tells us that getting fit isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s the white thing to do. Thanks, mainstream media! (more…)
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23. What to Eat
Eating more calories to gain muscle is what gymbros call “bulking.” As we stated earlier, protein supplementation offers only a minute advantage and has drawbacks in terms of making your body produce more toxic ketones, which may strain the kidneys and affect the heart. (more…)
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7. Gearing Up
Having lifting equipment at home will reduce opportunity costs of going to the gym, and thus make working out easier. Plus, when the gym is closed, you won’t miss a day.
When purchasing gym equipment, check out Craigslist and local stores for used gym equipment. (more…)
