Ron Blake Fitness (26 Articles with 49,189 total views)

Health and Fitness tips from Ron Blake.

March, 2024

Love and Surprise

Love and Surprise
It was the morning before Valentine's Day in my 2nd period sophomore creative writing class back in high school. Our teacher Mr. Culbertson explained that each of us was to give a one minute or less presentation in front of the class the next day. The instructions from him were short and sweet, "Show me love and surprise me."
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November, 2023

Unexplainable

Unexplainable
My partner Alan and I were guests of honor at our friend's suburban Chicago home one evening. A farewell party before we headed out West to Arizona. Our buddies shared stories with fond memories of us. One particular story, however, was not like the rest. It was chillingly extraordinary.
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December, 2022

Reconciliation

Reconciliation
In the midst of the messy fun of preparing breakfast, I managed to answer the buzzing phone. The caller identified herself as Joy. A friend of my ex-partner Alan. She got straight to the point. Explaining it was a matter of life and death. I was the only person who could keep Alan alive.
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November, 2022

The Creepiness That Lurks

The Creepiness That Lurks
My gym workout was complete. I headed into the locker room to grab my stuff. Deciding to shower at home, I marked out a spot on a bench to change out of my sweaty clothes. I paused though. Being distracted by a very distinct sound. A grotesque. Yet familiar one. I listened. But hence. It came no more.
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July, 2021

The Freckle-Faced Boy

The Freckle-Faced Boy
Bienvenido a Pride season. Let's get our stories out there. Those words are what scatter the shadows and releases the stranglehold of Darthness. Uniting us in colorful and unshakeable bonds of truth.
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March, 2021

Valentine's Day Surprise

Valentine's Day Surprise
It had been a long and exhausting day. I went to my mailbox on that overcast late afternoon in the waning winter of 2013. Picked up a jumble of letters and started walking back inside my home. I flipped through the assortment. It was just ordinary stuff. With one exception.
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January, 2021

Damn. It Feels Good To Be A Gangsta.

Damn. It Feels Good To Be A Gangsta.
My beautifully bespoke therapeutic plan to end this crazy messed up year all came about from witnessing a meltdown moment when I was out buying water, mouthwash, and blueberries one simmering afternoon.
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December, 2020

Thanks For The Beer

Thanks For The Beer
I'm usually a jeans and T-shirt guy. One night a few years ago, I made an exception. I sported some dapper duds for an upscale holiday party. A sweater and slacks. I excitedly arrived at the suburban desert home of this friend of a friend. This would be my first time at a soiree inside a mansion.
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November, 2020

It All Goes Dark

It All Goes Dark
The soothing sounds of chirping crickets hypnotized me into a deep sleep. It was tranquil until it wasn't. The snapping of tree branches awakened me. They were in my campsite. Two of them. Maybe more. Cackles of wicked laughter ominously echoed off the towering cliffs surrounding my tent.
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August, 2020

The Fraternity Interview

The Fraternity Interview
A guy invited me to his fraternity house at Indiana University. It would be my chance to impress those members during rush week in September 1988. This particular house was coveted for its distinguished image and reputation. Many guys on campus eagerly wanted to get in there. I was one of them.
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March, 2020

Talk Show Host Blames & Judges Victim

Talk Show Host Blames & Judges Victim
I am a guy. I am a survivor of domestic violence. I went on a national TV show in New York City recently to tell my story of abuse to help other men and boys in Erie and beyond feel safe coming forward to tell their stories too.
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December, 2019

I Was Warned... But I Went Anyway

I Was Warned... But I Went Anyway
The health and well-being of our LGBTQ community depends on us all telling our stories. It is important the new generation understands the past. It is important the mature generation never forgets. And it's very important to share our stories of where we are today. The bad and the good. Last month I visited the University of Wyoming for the first time. I came with my big awareness project about sexual and domestic violence that I've taken on a cross country odyssey over the past four years.
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September, 2019

Mental Wellness and Guns

Mental Wellness and Guns
Mental illness and gun violence became a big topic recently. Let's open up that discussion. I have concerns that I will be killed by a person with a mental illness. And I have concerns that this individual will kill himself.
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June, 2019

(Love) Letter to Mayor Pete

(Love) Letter to Mayor Pete
Here's a letter to Mayor Pete. This is kind of like the letter that outgoing Presidents leave behind in the Oval Office for the incoming Commander-in-Chief. It's advice from a guy who has a shared experience with you.
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MAYbe IT'S THE BEST MONTH!

MAYbe IT'S THE BEST MONTH!
Ladies and gentlemen of Erie...start your engines! Things are certainly going to heat up in the fifth month of the year. But never mind those warmer temperatures. There are plenty of really cool days in my fabulous forecast to make you feel a whole lot better. And that is good for your wellness.
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March, 2018

From Trauma to Triumph: A Gay Man's Mission to Overcome PTSD, Rape, Educate Others

From Trauma to Triumph: A Gay Man's Mission to Overcome PTSD, Rape, Educate Others
It happened on December 21, 2011. "That night I was home in my seventh floor loft in downtown Phoenix and I woke up and it was happening to me," said Ron Blake. "My domestic partner of so many years was drunk, he let two guys in … and I was held down and sexually assaulted that night and it was horrific for me."
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November, 2017

The Spooky Tale... The Field

The Spooky Tale... The Field
Don't be so serious all the time. Leave the dumbbells on the rack and your running shoes by the front door. It adds so much to your wellness to briefly get away from it all and have some fun with escapist entertainment. I give you my tale of terror just in time for this scariest month:
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May, 2016

Today Is Gonna Be Funny... And Healthy

Today Is Gonna Be Funny... And Healthy
It is always today. And today is tell a joke and laugh day. My best advice is to go ahead and make it a super funny day for yourself. Such an amazing way to get and stay healthy. Laughter is incredible for well-being. Remember…it's not yesterday or tomorrow. It's today. So let me get you laughing with some awesome wellness.
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March, 2016

Wellness and the Oscar Buzz

Wellness and the Oscar Buzz
The Oscar season is here and it's show time for your health and fitness. The red carpet has been vacuumed. The haute couture is in full effect. The paparazzi are flashing their cameras. I've introduced all of this year's best picture nominations (in a unique way) and had lots of fun mixing it in with a wellness theme. Enjoy it!
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February, 2016

Blake Late Show

Blake Late Show
The New Year is full of hope, happiness, and wellness for us all...if we're willing to grab a hold of it. And I'm starting 2016 with that in mind. I will tell you what I'm doing and my great hope is it will inspire you to do awesome and healthy things in your life too.
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January, 2016

Holidays Are Kids Play

Holidays Are Kids Play
The holidays are a great time to experience for anyone. Now imagine once again seeing this wonderful time of the year through the eyes of a kid.
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July, 2015

Healthy Inspiration for This 'Lost Generation'

Healthy Inspiration for This 'Lost Generation'
Our stories of yesterday can inspire this new lost generation to get healthy and stay healthy. I walked uphill both ways to and from school and I'm ready to tell my story of how my pals and I did things when we were young and class was dismissed for summer. We actually did… (wait for it)…exercise back then!
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Simple Summer Change

Simple Summer Change
Summer is here and I've decided I want this to be a hugely happy heck of a healthy season. So I made some cool changes to my routine on this hot summer day today. I am really now inspired and think I can do this healthy thing all throughout June, July, and August.
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June, 2015

Two Emotions

Two Emotions
I recently experienced two incredible emotions that are vying for my attention. A good way I can get back to healthiness is to express these emotions with my best effort and not hold it inside anymore. I've chosen to explain it as follows:
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May, 2015

Today Is The Day

Today Is The Day
Today is not yesterday and today is not tomorrow. It is today and you can get started on your way to wellness…today!
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March, 2015

Wellness Meets Oscar On The Red Carpet

Wellness Meets Oscar On The Red Carpet
It's time for the 2015 Academy Awards and I've honored all the best picture nominations. Enjoy this metaphorical montage of these masterful movies meant to motivate you to healthiness and happiness.
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