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Long-form thoughts on training, exploring the world, and navigating the chaos of being a young professional with ambition.
The Real Keys to Fat Loss (No Gimmicks, No Shortcuts)
10,000 steps. A calorie deficit. Moderate exercise. It sounds simple — and it is. Here's why most people still get it wrong, and how to finally get it right.
Monaco in a Day: How We Flew There by Helicopter from Nice
We were in Nice for a wedding. Then someone said "Blade goes to Monaco." Forty-five minutes later, we were watching Ferraris park outside the casino.
Cannes in a Day: Yachts, Shopping, and a DJ Who Understood the Assignment
A day trip to Cannes from Nice turned into one of the best days of the trip. The yacht was massive. The shopping was dangerous. The DJ was perfect.
Rosewood Mayakoba: The Mexico Experience You Didn't Know You Needed
Butlers, beach, and the best fish tacos I've ever had. Here's why Rosewood Mayakoba is the couples getaway that justifies every penny.
Turks & Caicos: A Best Friend's Birthday Done Right
A 7-bedroom Airbnb in Grace Bay, a private yacht to Noah's Ark, a private chef, jet skis, and the clearest water on earth. This is how you celebrate.
Grand Cayman: Stingrays, Catamaran, and the Ritz Carlton
The Ritz Carlton Grand Cayman, incredible beach service, and a catamaran trip to snorkel with stingrays in the middle of the Caribbean. Spring 2026.
Saint Maarten: Waterfront Airbnb, Private Chefs, and Jet Skis
An Airbnb right on the water with a luxurious kitchen, private chefs, jet skis, and snorkeling. Summer 2025 in the dual-nation island of Saint Maarten.
Saint Lucia: Jade Mountain and the Helicopter Arrival
A helicopter ride to the top of a mountain where our hotel perched above the clouds. Jade Mountain is one of the most extraordinary resort experiences in the world.
Belize: Mayan Ruins, Cave Tours, and Snorkeling with Turtles
Two sides of Belize: the jungle of San Ignacio with Mayan ruins and cave tours, and the island life of San Pedro with snorkeling, tarpons, and golf cart rides. Winter 2025.
Seychelles: Our Honeymoon Across Three Islands
From Mahé to Praslin to La Digue — feeding giant tortoises, eating lobster on the beach, island hopping by boat, and a drone photoshoot in paradise. Fall 2023.
Greece: Mykonos Nights and Santorini Sunsets
Grace Hotel in Mykonos, Scorpios for dinner and dancing, boat trips from Oia, blue domes, wine tasting at Karamolegos, and sunsets over the caldera. Fall 2024.
Barcelona on Points: Bitcoin Street, Sagrada Família, and Local Eats
Flights on American Airlines points, hotel on Chase portal points, and four days in Barcelona eating at local staples, visiting TeamLab, and strolling the Ciutat Vella. Winter 2024.
Tenerife: Beach Days, Nightlife, and a Saharan Sandstorm
A sandstorm from Morocco made the waters rough, so we leaned into Tenerife's nightlife, hookah bars, and local restaurants. Sometimes the weather writes the itinerary. Winter 2024.
Rome: Espressos, the Colosseum, and La Pergola
A family trip through the Eternal City — Trevi Fountain, the Vatican, the Colosseum, and dinner at La Pergola, Rome's only three-Michelin-star restaurant. Spring 2026.
Nice, France: A Castle Wedding and the Côte d'Azur
We were in Nice for a wedding in a mountain castle with fire throwers, burlesque dancers, and a 7-course meal overlooking the ocean. Also: the best espresso and croissants of our lives.
Algarve: The Last Stop on Our European Spring Tour
Kimpton Atlantico, incredible burgers, Praia de Marinha, matcha at Sugar Rabbit, and the best free breakfast of the trip — all booked on Chase points. Spring 2026.
Tokyo: Go-Karts, Tea Ceremonies, and a Bakery Owned by a Black American Expat
Flights on AA miles, go-karts through Shibuya in costume, sumo wrestling, TeamLab, a tea ceremony in kimonos, and dinner at Yoroniku overlooking Azabudai Hills. Spring 2025.
Okinawa: Snorkeling the Kerama Islands and the Best Fried Chicken in Japan
Hoshinoya resort on the beach, snorkeling in the Pacific at the Kerama Islands, 4-wheelers through Sesoko Island, and the fried chicken at Mom's Chicken. Spring 2025.
How to Lose Stubborn Fat Around Your Hips, Stomach, and Thighs
You cannot choose where fat comes off first, but you can build a plan that eventually leans out stubborn areas. These are the ten habits that matter most.
Five Lower-Calorie Alcohol Options for Fat Loss
You do not have to give up every night out to get lean. Choose simpler drinks, avoid sugary mixers, and account for how quickly the calories add up.
Creatine 101: Eight Things to Know Before Taking It
Take it daily, stay hydrated, and keep the dose simple. Here is what creatine can actually do—and what still depends on your training and nutrition.
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