Archive for category Human Function
Green Time vs. Screen Time
Posted by Kyle Knapp in Connect, Health & Wellness, Human Function on May 27, 2013
Biophilia – There is an instinctive bond between human beings and other living systems. Videophilia – The new human tendency to focus on sedentary activities involving electronic media. Green vs. Screen There’s a strong belief that humans are, by nature, biophillic. We have an instinctive connection with other natural things and thrive on green time. […]
What I’ve Been Reading & Listening To
Posted by Kyle Knapp in Health & Wellness, Human Function, Perspective, Research, Things That Interest Me on May 25, 2013
So what does a guy like me find interesting to read and listen to? Quite a bit, actually. I enjoy listening to podcasts, interviews and audio books, watching TED talks and reading books whenever possible. Here’s what I’m into these days… Podcasts Balanced Bites – Diane Sanfilippo & Liz Wolfe Regenerative Energy Podcast – Danny […]
Some Body Thoughts
Posted by Kyle Knapp in Health & Wellness, Human Function on May 22, 2013
Just a few miscellaneous health notes for thought… In the body, in this world, everything is connected. The body dances and everything works in harmony. Nothing surprises me. Listen to your body. If you’re tired from circadian rhythm issues, it’s ok and normal. You should be tired if you’re not sleeping and rising with the […]
Inflammation: The Fire Within
Posted by Kyle Knapp in Human Function, Nutrition on May 21, 2013
As we gain a greater understanding of human function, it is becoming increasingly clear that inflammation is a determining factor of human health. Inflammation now lies at the forefront of nearly every major disease and disfunction plaguing modern day humans. Cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, obesity, autoimmune diseases, pathogens, arthritis, Alzheimer’s, brain disorders, digestive disorders, allergies, […]
Journey Toward Supple Leopardness
Posted by Kyle Knapp in Fitness, Health & Wellness, Human Function, Move Naturally on May 20, 2013
Always pretty athletic and mobile, I’ve never given much thought to stretching, improving range of motion, mobilizing or stabilizing my body. The older I get the more apparent it becomes that it’s a good idea to stay ahead of the game and give this realm of body care some serious commitment. Inspired by a new […]
Sleep and Stress Tech Stuff
Posted by Kyle Knapp in Health & Wellness, Human Function on May 17, 2013
Over the last several months I have been experimenting with a couple different uses of health technology: sleep monitoring and heart rate variability. Both have given me some really good feedback and insight into my body so I wanted to share those with you. Sleep Monitoring Sleep is huge- maybe the most important variable of […]


