{"id":118724,"date":"2020-08-04T15:40:34","date_gmt":"2020-08-04T15:40:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/militarytimes\/uncategorized\/2020\/08\/04\/ditch-your-pandemic-bad-habitswith-throwing-knives\/"},"modified":"2026-08-08T13:41:40","modified_gmt":"2026-08-08T13:41:40","slug":"ditch-your-pandemic-bad-habitswith-throwing-knives","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/militarytimes\/off-duty\/gearscout\/2020\/08\/04\/ditch-your-pandemic-bad-habitswith-throwing-knives\/","title":{"rendered":"Ditch your pandemic bad habits\u2014with throwing knives"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They say it takes 21 days to form a new habit and 90 days to make it a lifestyle. Other, more clinical types are more ambiguous with 18 to 266 days to create a habit. No matter how long it takes, we are all creating a bunch of bad habits during our present pandemic routine. The good news is, you still have plenty of time to replace the bad habits with permanent lifestyle changes\u2014because Covid is here to stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>FUEL THE BODY<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Bubs-MCT-Oil-Package.jpg.jpg\" alt=\"Bubs MCT Oil Powder\" class=\"wp-image-104653\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Bubs-MCT-Oil-Package.jpg.jpg 600w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Bubs-MCT-Oil-Package.jpg.jpg?resize=150,150 150w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Bubs-MCT-Oil-Package.jpg.jpg?resize=300,300 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My first sprint every morning is to the coffeemaker. I add heavy cream, Splenda, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/BUBS-Naturals-MCT-Powder\/dp\/B07BQZFZV2\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&#038;linkCode=ll1&#038;tag=gearscout03-20&#038;linkId=062eec18b5cf5b47b921e667f6737979&#038;language=en_US\" target=_blank>Bubs Naturals MCT Oil Powder<\/a> ($34) to every cup\u2014homemade bulletproof coffee, but cheaper. The MCT powder powers my brain, and I need all the help I can get.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/BUBS-Naturals-MCT-Powder\/dp\/B07BQZFZV2\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&#038;linkCode=ll1&#038;tag=gearscout03-20&#038;linkId=062eec18b5cf5b47b921e667f6737979&#038;language=en_US\" target=_blank>Shop Bubs Naturals MCT Oil Powder, $34.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>THROW A KNIFE<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In backyards and bars across America, the medieval art of throwing axes and other sharp pointy objects is back! There\u2019s nothing more satisfying than chucking a one-pound piece of steel at a target, even if it doesn\u2019t stick. To get started, <a href=\"https:\/\/realjasonjohnson.com\/\" target=_blank>check out pro thrower Jason Johnson\u2019s knives<\/a>. They are works of art that also have incredible capability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/realjasonjohnson.com\/\" target=_blank>Check out Jason Johnson knives.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>GET LOST<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Garmin-Fenix-6.jpg.jpg\" alt=\"Garmin Fenix 6\" class=\"wp-image-104655\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Garmin-Fenix-6.jpg.jpg 600w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Garmin-Fenix-6.jpg.jpg?resize=150,150 150w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Garmin-Fenix-6.jpg.jpg?resize=300,300 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your couch doesn\u2019t like you and is looking for a break, so get outside and explore! Before you start, make sure you have a GPS to mark your starting point and track your route, so you can find your way back to your lonely couch. A good one for beginners is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Garmin-Multisport-features-Grade-Adjusted-Guidance\/dp\/B07WL6QHWH\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?dchild=1&#038;keywords=garmin+fenix+6&#038;qid=1596554888&#038;sr=8-1&#038;linkCode=ll1&#038;tag=gearscout03-20&#038;linkId=89d81abad72c9f75a6baa06e6d90d573&#038;language=en_US\" target=_blank>Garmin Fenix 6<\/a> ($700 and up), which is loaded with every possible feature for outdoor excursions, health, fitness, and much more. Basically, everything you have on your phone packed into a stylish watch\u2014and the battery lasts like 5 days!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Garmin-Multisport-features-Grade-Adjusted-Guidance\/dp\/B07WL6QHWH\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?dchild=1&#038;keywords=garmin+fenix+6&#038;qid=1596554888&#038;sr=8-1&#038;linkCode=ll1&#038;tag=gearscout03-20&#038;linkId=89d81abad72c9f75a6baa06e6d90d573&#038;language=en_US\" target=_blank>Shop Garmin Fenix 6, from $700.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">PUNCH A FRIEND<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"768\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/blauer-spear-punching-action.jpg.jpg\" alt=\"Two guys fighting in Blauer Spear high gear\" class=\"wp-image-104657\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/blauer-spear-punching-action.jpg.jpg 768w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/blauer-spear-punching-action.jpg.jpg?resize=150,150 150w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/blauer-spear-punching-action.jpg.jpg?resize=300,300 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let out all your frustration and depression in a good old-fashioned sparring match. Pick a family member or Covid-friendly friend and smack each other back into happiness\u2014and do it safely with protective suits and helmets designed specifically for this type of therapy. And yes, it <i>is<\/i> therapy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the very best in training suits, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/blauerspear.com\/spear-store\/the-tony-blauer-high-gear-suit-hmfmx\" target=_blank>Blauer Spear\u2019s High Gear<\/a> ($2,000). Its athletic design ensures snug fit for maximum range of motion and protection across all aspects of defensive tactics, combatives, scenario-based training, and even conventional sparring for MMA, grappling, striking arts, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blauerspear.com\/spear-store\/the-tony-blauer-high-gear-suit-hmfmx\" target=_blank>Shop Blauer Spear High Gear, $2,000.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CARVE DINNER<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"586\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/sh9-chefs-knife-horizontal.jpg.jpg\" alt=\"SH9 chef's knife\" class=\"wp-image-104659\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/sh9-chefs-knife-horizontal.jpg.jpg 768w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/sh9-chefs-knife-horizontal.jpg.jpg?resize=300,229 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I would say go hunt your food, but all the zoos are shut down, so pre-killed meat from the grocery store will have to do for now. But let\u2019s say you were feeling a little froggy and wanted to eat what you kill: A knife that works in the field as well as the kitchen will ensure you don\u2019t starve during global chaos. I\u2019ve really enjoyed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sh9.com\/\" target=_blank>the knives from SH9<\/a> ($219 and up): They adapt to any environment and are beautifully designed and ready for the hunt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sh9.com\/\" target=_blank>Shop SH9 knives, from $219.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Somewhere in the middle of your new routine\u2014you need to do some work, pay your bills, and binge on a TV show. Oh wait, that\u2019s right; you\u2019re unemployed, have zero money, and you\u2019ve already watched everything. Let your 266 days of new habits begin. 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