# the bifrost

> Simon Damborg's personal content site: essays, coaching, training, adventures, recipes, and recommendations. Coach, builder, athlete.

## Blog posts

- [Proton, screen by screen](https://simondamb.org/blog/my-nutrition-app-tour): Every screen of the nutrition app our Raincity members use, in the order you meet it — and why it only shows you one number to start with.
- [Clearing Out the Camera Gear - For Sale](https://simondamb.org/blog/camera-gear-for-sale): Finally moved to a full frame body as my primary shooter, so clearing out some of my less used lenses & bodies.
- [inside my adhd brain](https://simondamb.org/blog/my-adhd-brain): How I describe ADHD - everyones experience is different!
- [What is TheSport.Fit?](https://simondamb.org/blog/the-sport-dot-fit): After 12+ years of running Functional Fitness Leagues - all that knowledge of data management will now be used to help Functional Fitness Federations stay organized internationally.
- [Impact Magazine Full Body Workout](https://simondamb.org/blog/impact-magazine-full-body-workout): the workout you DO beats the perfect one you skip. four moves, one dumbbell, every muscle group covered (built for impact magazine).
- [Raincity Athletics Community Code of Conduct](https://simondamb.org/blog/community-code-of-conduct): the rules we live by at raincity, version 3.2. inclusive by default, accountability over intent, kindness as the floor. open-source so anyone can borrow.
- [Youth Training Presentation to Langara Education Assistant Program](https://simondamb.org/blog/youth-training-presentation): a talk to langara's EA program on training kids. forget specific exercises, train movement patterns. the best workout is the one your athlete will actually do.
- [Things to Eat (and do) in Japan aka eating with rwu.](https://simondamb.org/blog/japan-must-dos): a curated guide to affordable, locally-loved spots in japan. mobile-friendly, filterable, free (no paywall, no gatekeeping).
- [The Budapest Zoo #thortakespics](https://simondamb.org/blog/the-budapest-zoo): photos from a december visit to the budapest zoo. animals, architecture, light.
- [Sound Proofing a Gym - The Story of the Raincity Floor](https://simondamb.org/blog/raincity-subfloor): fifteen years of trying to solve gym vibration (NOT noise). turns out prep beats complexity. level the concrete, glue your underlay strips, screw it all down.
- [Lessons learned, and a path forward from the CF3 President](https://simondamb.org/blog/the-2025-cf3-season-wrap-up): the cf3 president on what went wrong in 2025 and what's next. clearer roles, better funding alignment, standardized event sanctioning.
- [My Go to Breakfast Protein Sources](https://simondamb.org/blog/my-go-to-breakfast-protein): 50g of protein in one breakfast, no cooking required. high-protein oats plus a siggi's. eat it twice a day if you want.
- [Why I Consider Myself an Anti-Colonialist](https://simondamb.org/blog/why-im-anti-colonialist): Truth and Reconciliation reflections: pre-colonial values, the landback movement, and what human survival requires.
- [Free Workout: Ski Strength at Home](https://simondamb.org/blog/free-workout-ski-strength-at-home): free ski strength program for home, minimal kit. three supersets for glutes, hammies, quads, calves. run it 2-4x a week, add load as you go.
- [Free Workout: Full body strength at home - minimal to no equipment](https://simondamb.org/blog/free-workout-raincity-at-home-on-demand): a full body strength workout you can do at home with next to no equipment. good for the days you can't get to the gym but still want to move.
- [Remembering Jonah Berger](https://simondamb.org/blog/remembering-jonah): Remembering the most inspiring athlete to ever be a part of the Raincity Athletics community.
- [#RaincityJonah: Our Newest Benchmark Workout](https://simondamb.org/blog/raincity-jonah-benchmark): The annual Labour Day benchmark honoring Jonah, with three levels representing his fitness journey.
- [Jonah's Journey with Raincity Athletics](https://simondamb.org/blog/jonahs-journey-with-raincity-athletics): jonah came in after a brain tumour and rebuilt motor control with a barbell. he passed in july 2025. his resilience is the thing we keep.
- [Jonah's Story, and the First Annual #RaincityJonah](https://simondamb.org/blog/jonahs-story-raincity-jonah): How a 12 year old battling a brain tumor became the most inspiring RAthlete to walk through Raincity's doors.
- [Free Workout Program: Back to Basics Strength](https://simondamb.org/blog/free-program-back-to-basics-strength): a free strength program for anyone with basic barbell experience who wants to get back into structured training. fundamentals first, on the raincity programming app.
- [Our Trip to Japan](https://simondamb.org/blog/thorwu-does-japan-2025): two weeks across tokyo, kyoto, osaka, hakone. theme parks, animal cafes, every meal pre-planned. food guide coming.
- [To the Brands That Always Show Up](https://simondamb.org/blog/brands-that-always-show-up): A thank-you tour of the brands and people behind the Canadian Functional Fitness national championships.
- [#ThorWuDoesJapan: Osaka, Universal, and the Journey Home](https://simondamb.org/blog/thorwu-japan-osaka): Princess Peach's castle IRL, Dotonbori for miles, hedgehogs, Michelin pizza, and a farewell 711 run.
- [Why You Probably Need to Eat More Salt 🧂](https://simondamb.org/blog/why-you-probably-need-to-eat-more-salt): if you train hard you probably need MORE salt, not less. 300-600mg of sodium per hour during long sessions, and don't take this advice if you have hypertension.
- [#ThorWuDoesJapan: Kyoto, Old Trains, and Disney Princess Fantasies](https://simondamb.org/blog/thorwu-japan-kyoto): Tourist-packed Kyoto, an emoji-only duck ramen menu, and getting far too excited about classic trains.
- [Why I'm Putting Everything on the Line for Functional Fitness](https://simondamb.org/blog/everything-on-the-line-for-ff): The difference between the FFL and the CFFF, and the 4-year plan to get FF into schools.
- [#ThorWuDoesJapan: Disneyland Tokyo](https://simondamb.org/blog/thorwu-japan-disneyland-tokyo): Roger Rabbit from memory, Donald's birthday mania, and why the best Disneys aren't owned by Disney.
- [The Season That Means More Than All the Rest Combined](https://simondamb.org/blog/ffl-super-playoff-2025): 25 seasons in, one super playoff, and the school-credit dream that started a decade ago.
- [Recommended Podcast: Peter Attia 'The Drive'](https://simondamb.org/blog/peter-attia-the-drive): peter attia's the drive is the health and longevity podcast worth your commute. stanford-trained doc, real experts, deep dives.
- [The First Decade, Raincity's Zenplanner Wrapped](https://simondamb.org/blog/the-first-decade-raincity): ten years of raincity in numbers. 1,878 athletes, 161,207 logged results, $50k+ raised for special olympics, 75 dogs. never tried to be the best gym, just a welcoming one.
- [What is the Bifrost, why?](https://simondamb.org/blog/the-why): a place for parents to know who's coaching their kid, and a record of what i actually believe over time. consistency, in writing.
- [Podcast: Foot Health with Peter Attia & Courtney Conley](https://simondamb.org/blog/podcast-foot-health): peter attia and courtney conley on foot health. preventing injury, building foot strength, picking shoes that don't sabotage you.
- [Growing Functional Fitness in Canada; a Vision for the Future](https://simondamb.org/blog/functional-fitness-future): functional fitness is a sport, crossfit is a brand. a vision for getting it into canadian schools with proper standards for movement, judging, and coaching.
- [Remember We Do This For Fun](https://simondamb.org/blog/remember-we-do-this-for-fun): winning matters, but burning out chasing it doesn't help anyone. treat the comp like another workout and have actual fun. that's the whole game.
- [Why Supporting Local is More Important than Ever](https://simondamb.org/blog/support-local): small businesses don't just sell stuff, they care about the community. wear their gear, tag them, send referrals, give honest feedback. it's a two-way street.
- [Head Shots & More with Get the Shot Studio](https://simondamb.org/blog/head-shots-more-with-get-the-shot-studio): headshots and some epic creative shots with mark whitehead at get the shot studio. portfolio's up on his site.
- [25 Seasons, 6 Softwares, and the First FFL Commissions](https://simondamb.org/blog/ffl-25-seasons): The league finally pays its hosts: a debrief on 8 years of fumbling toward a system that works.
- [IF3 World Championships & The Raincity Community](https://simondamb.org/blog/if3-world-championships-the-raincity-community): the if3 world championships, and what raincity showed up looking like.
- [Why I Give So Much to a Sport That Doesn't Pay Me](https://simondamb.org/blog/why-i-volunteer-for-the-sport): Behind the iF3 Masters & Juniors World Championships, and a proposal for athlete yellow cards.
- [FF vs CF: What We Actually Do (and Why We Need You)](https://simondamb.org/blog/ff-vs-cf-volunteers): The quick explainer of Functional Fitness governance, and the volunteer call for the 2023 World Championships.
- [Waving Bye to the Last 10 Years at Raincity](https://simondamb.org/blog/raincity-10-years): A decade of buyouts, lawsuits, and a pandemic - and finally having time to remember why I love this.
- [Trip Report: The Spearhead Traverse 2023](https://simondamb.org/blog/spearhead-traverse): four days from blackcomb to whistler across glaciated terrain. day three a teammate got caught in a slide and flew out by heli, the rest of us made it. nature does NOT care about your plans.
- [Excited for the Future of Raincity (Yes, Really)](https://simondamb.org/blog/excited-for-raincitys-future): The honest math of a post-pandemic gym, three exit options, and the sublease that saved the dream.
- [Album: Mulligan #skitour](https://simondamb.org/blog/mulligan): a january ski tour at mulligan, photos only. full album linked.
- [The Movement Library Database & Schools.fit](https://simondamb.org/blog/the-movement-library-database): the movement library and schools.fit, building the database functional fitness should've had a decade ago.
- [Album: Wedgemont Lake #hiking](https://simondamb.org/blog/wedgemont-lake): wedgemont lake in late september, two days. photos.
- [Welcome to Raincity 3.0](https://simondamb.org/blog/raincity-threepointoh): raincity 3.0. four group programs under one membership, monthly sessions instead of weekly, saturday throwdowns and monday comp prep. workout tracking back on zenplanner.
- [Album: Lake Lovely Water 2 #hiking](https://simondamb.org/blog/lake-lovely-water-2): lake lovely water in august, a multi-day adventure. nine shots and the full album.
- [Album: Kees & Claire Hut #skitour](https://simondamb.org/blog/kees-and-claire-hut): kees and claire hut, march into april. ski tour photos, full album linked.
- [The Time I Had to Call Search and Rescue](https://simondamb.org/blog/calling-search-and-rescue): A snowshoe trip to Brew Lake that turned into a 1am finish, and the internet safety advice that could get someone killed.
- [Impact Magazine: Runners Workout](https://simondamb.org/blog/impact-magazine-runners-article): 65% of runners get hurt and most never train form. fix the imbalances, fix the pace, skip the pain (full workout in impact magazine, page 20).
- [Impact Magazine: Top Fitness Instructors 2021](https://simondamb.org/blog/2021-top-fitness-instructors): named one of canada's top fitness instructors of 2021. functional fitness should be fun and accessible at every level, that's the whole pitch.
- [I Swear I'm Not a Runner Hater](https://simondamb.org/blog/not-a-runner-hater): A 65% annual injury rate is not okay: the Impact Magazine rant about what being a good runner actually means.
- [Taking Time to Toot My Own Horn (Thanks, Impact Magazine)](https://simondamb.org/blog/impact-magazine-top-trainers): A top trainers nomination that actually scored substance, and a rare pause to reflect on what I've built.
- [OnRamp Updates during COVID-19 & [FF] Individual Access](https://simondamb.org/blog/covid19-onramp): how the Raincity OnRamp adapted during COVID so new athletes could still get ready for [FF] Individual Access, even without full group classes running.
- [Raincity Renos - fixing the floor (again)](https://simondamb.org/blog/renos-making-covid-space): It was time to move the rig to a more central location to allow maximal space usage as we struggled through COVID.
- [Shaving My Beard for Movember (Send Help)](https://simondamb.org/blog/movember-beard-shave): 5 workouts in 5 hours, a section of beard gone after each, for the men dying way too young.
- [What. A. Wild. Weekend. (Howe Sound Crest Trail)](https://simondamb.org/blog/howe-sound-crest-trail): 7 summits, 2 feet of fog, and a bushwhack exit: the slide-by-slide story of a soggy Howe Sound Crest attempt.
- [Join Me on the BCFFSA Board](https://simondamb.org/blog/join-the-bcffsa-board): An open call to help build a governing body committed to true equality in sport.
- [The Return to Training - Coach Liz](https://simondamb.org/blog/return-to-training-liz): raincity reopens june 1 after six weeks closed. two classes a week to start, tempo strict work, lower volume. coming back smart beats coming back hard.
- [COVID-19: End of Session Equipment Cleaning](https://simondamb.org/blog/covid19-cleaning): the exact 6 step process I drilled into every RAthlete for cleaning equipment after a session during COVID. tested every method, this was the fastest and most effective one.
- [COVID-19: Membership Options](https://simondamb.org/blog/covid19-memberships): the interim membership options we ran during COVID, from at home workouts to limited group classes. kept it flexible on purpose since nobody knew what was coming next.
- [COVID-19: Sport Access & Un-coached Session Procedures](https://simondamb.org/blog/access-procedure): the full rundown of how sport access and un-coached sessions worked during COVID: reservation windows, cancellation rules, and what to expect before, during, and after your block.
- [COVID-19: Group Class & Private Training Procedures](https://simondamb.org/blog/session-procedure): how group classes and private training actually ran during COVID: shorter class times, entry and exit protocols, and what to expect from your coach and fellow RAthletes.
- [Ask the Frontline: A Raincity EMS Town Hall](https://simondamb.org/blog/raincity-ems-town-hall): Supporting frontline workers by actually asking them: a re-opening town hall with EMS RAthletes.
- [My 2020 Goal? Starting BC's First Functional Fitness Sports Association](https://simondamb.org/blog/starting-the-bcffsa): Why CrossFit isn't a sport, what a PSO is, and the dream of bringing Functional Fitness to kids.
- [The 'Why' of our Group Class Training Programming](https://simondamb.org/blog/the-why-of-raincity-athletics-group-class-programming): structured but not boring, functional movement at relative intensity. progressive over time, NOT max effort every day.
- [Why Raincity Athletics is no longer a CrossFit® Affiliate](https://simondamb.org/blog/why-raincity-athletics-is-no-longer-a-crossfit-affiliate): raincity dropped its crossfit affiliation to own the brand direction. functional fitness is still the work, just without the licensing fee. registering as a weightlifting, powerlifting, ff club instead.
- [Community Is Bigger Than Any One Gym](https://simondamb.org/blog/community-bigger-than-one-gym): 12 years of CrossFit history and why the community was never tied to a single brand or set of walls.
- [What #PRIDE Means to Me](https://simondamb.org/blog/what-pride-means-to-me): Privilege, being comfortable in your own skin, and strutting to Todrick at Raincity's Pride fundraiser.
- [The Thing About Cardio...](https://simondamb.org/blog/the-thing-about-cardio): the body runs on three energy systems. phosphagen for short and brutal, glycolytic for the middle burn, oxidative for the long stuff. train them all.
- [Why I Love What I Do (Catch-Up Edition)](https://simondamb.org/blog/why-i-love-what-i-do): Remembering your why at hour 16 of the day, and the Aussies who made Raincity home for a year.
- [Thor's a Big Nerd: What's in My Tech Pack](https://simondamb.org/blog/whats-in-my-tech-pack): The daily-carry tech that lives in the quickpack, from the female-to-female HDMI coupler to the MX Master.
- [Wrapping Up 15 Seasons of the FFL](https://simondamb.org/blog/ffl-season-15-wrap): Season 15 from the sidelines with #mythorknee, and the systems that made the league consistent region to region.
- [14 Seasons In: Taking the FFL to Victoria](https://simondamb.org/blog/ffl-goes-to-victoria): Terrified and excited on the ferry to Taranis: proving the league model works outside Vancouver.
- [Raincity Renos - Gutting the OG space](https://simondamb.org/blog/renos-gutting-the-og): It was finally time to pull-out the old floor and completely gut the Raincity Athletics "OG" space. Thanks to everyone who helped out!
- [Stones, Sandbags, and a Blackout: Our Strongman Weekend](https://simondamb.org/blog/stones-and-strength-weekend): Log cleans, a 500lb yoke carry Adam doesn't remember, and winning the stones in a 3-way tie finale.
- [The Best Part of Owning Things Is Picking the People](https://simondamb.org/blog/ffl-ambassador-program): Taco night with the FFL ambassadors and why every affiliate deserves a seat at the table.
- [Season 11: Something I'm Truly Proud Of](https://simondamb.org/blog/ffl-season-11): 150 athletes, the smoothest season yet, and eyes on Victoria, Kelowna, Calgary and Toronto.
- [My Current Projects for 2018](https://simondamb.org/blog/my-current-projects-for-2018): what i'm building in 2018. raincity, the functional fitness league, the fit club for special needs kids, cfff, special olympics fundraising, and small business consulting. legitimize the sport, expand the work.
- [Anti-Bullying Day: My Story](https://simondamb.org/blog/anti-bullying-day-my-story): What being bullied in high school actually looked like, and the mental toll nobody plans for.
- [The 'How' of our Group Class Training Programming](https://simondamb.org/blog/our-ff-group-class-training-program): how raincity actually builds its group class programs. six steps, coach feedback in, constantly varied but NOT random. log your results so we can program for you.
- [Working With Wicked People and Brands](https://simondamb.org/blog/wicked-people-and-brands): The team at rncty.ca/staff and the brands whose support goes way beyond product.
- [Thank You: The Best CanAff League Season Yet](https://simondamb.org/blog/canaff-league-season-8-thank-you): Season 8 gratitude, from photographers to volunteers, and a tease of what became the FFL.
- [The Top 3 Things That Can Save the CrossFit Games](https://simondamb.org/blog/fixthegames): the games are a televised pro sport now and can't run on volunteer labor. pay the judges, be transparent about events, prioritize athlete safety. three things, fix them.
- [Raincity Rides with Joce](https://simondamb.org/blog/raincity-rides-with-joce): Joce was the first member of Raincity Athletics outside friends and family. Four years on she was teaching at Ride Cycle Club, and we covered half the class for any member who dropped in.
- [Raincity Athletics at the CrossFit Games West Regionals - Recap](https://simondamb.org/blog/raincity-athletics-at-the-crossfit-games-west-regionals-recap): charli, janel, and taryn at the 2017 west regionals, three first-timers. coach liz on the prep, the gymnastics, and executing the plan when no barbell shows up.
- [Mark Whitehead - Get the Shot Studios](https://simondamb.org/blog/mark-whitehead-get-the-shot-studios): modeling work with mark whitehead at get the shot studios. seven shots.
- [RYU Apparel at Raincity Athletics](https://simondamb.org/blog/ryu-apparel-at-raincity-athletics): a ryu apparel shoot at raincity. five frames, kept short.
- [Pullup Skill Development](https://simondamb.org/blog/pullup-skill-development): a progression for pullups from the ground up. hollow body and scap work, top-of-pull holds, then kipping, butterfly, chest-to-bar. videos for every step.
- [The People of Hoi An](https://simondamb.org/blog/the-people-of-hoi-an): Men, Lady, the tailors, and a fermented death drink: why holidays off the beaten path are about people.
- [Pride of a Coach: James at the CrossFit Games](https://simondamb.org/blog/james-at-the-crossfit-games): The essay Instagram cut off: expecting more from your athletes than they expect of themselves.
- [CrossFit: 5 Things To Know Before Trying](https://simondamb.org/blog/crossfit-5-things-to-know-before-trying): five things to know before you walk into your first crossfit class. research the gym, bring a friend, do the foundations course, be patient, ask the coach questions.
- [Boost Activity Easily: 4 Experts Share What Works – From The Powerhouse Chiro](https://simondamb.org/blog/boost-activity-easily-4-experts-share-what-works-from-the-powerhouse-chiro): one of a few Olympic Village movement experts weighing in on how to get moving again. my answer: start slow, build the habit, let intensity come later.
- [Olympic Village, Meet Your Movement Experts – From The Power House Chiro](https://simondamb.org/blog/olympic-village-meet-your-movement-experts-from-the-power-house-chiro): the Powerhouse Chiro asked what gets me out of bed every morning. answer involved a decade of chasing aesthetics before CrossFit flipped my focus to what I could actually do.
- [RYU Blog: Is Our Obsession With Health Healthy?](https://simondamb.org/blog/ryu-blog-is-our-obsession-with-health-healthy): a piece I wrote for RYU's blog asking whether our culture's obsession with being healthy is actually doing more harm than good.
- [Pistol & DU Skill Development](https://simondamb.org/blog/pistol-du-skill-development): two skills, one session. four levels of pistol progression from kneeling step-ups to unassisted, then double unders with the arms in close.
- [Before CrossFit, I Wanted to Be a Teacher](https://simondamb.org/blog/before-crossfit-a-teacher): School kids at Raincity and what a strong female role model does to a kid's idea of fitness.
- [Toe To Bar Skill Development](https://simondamb.org/blog/toe-to-bar-skill-development): toes-to-bar in four phases. movement patterning with hollow rocks, strength via lat pushdowns and beat swings, knee raises building to the full skill, then volume.
- [Handstand Pushup Skill Development](https://simondamb.org/blog/handstand-pushup-skill-development): handstand pushup progression by julian deschutter, six levels. patterning, position, strength, variation, kip. videos for every step.
- [BC Living - Athletes Reveal How They Stay Fit Come Fall](https://simondamb.org/blog/bc-living-athletes-reveal-how-they-stay-fit-come-fall): featured in bc living on staying fit through the fall, alongside some buddies. honoured to be in the mix.
- [From a Squamish Gymnasium to 300,000 Athletes](https://simondamb.org/blog/squamish-to-300000-athletes): Sectionals 2010 with 20 spectators vs Open 15.5 at home with 50+ RAthletes, and learning from a bad finish.
- [New Headshots #beard](https://simondamb.org/blog/new-headshots-beard): fresh headshots from mark whitehead at get the shot studio (and yes, the beard).
- [Project Freakshow; Reebok Commercial](https://simondamb.org/blog/project-freakshow-reebok-commercial): filmed a reebok commercial called project freakshow with a crew of crossfitters. the final cut is OUT and it looks AWESOME.
- [Lululemon at Raincity Athletics](https://simondamb.org/blog/lululemon-at-raincity-athletics): lululemon at raincity, a shoot from january 2015. mostly photos.
- [Lululemon at Sugar Rays Boxing](https://simondamb.org/blog/more-shots-from-sugar-rays): more frames from the boxing shoot at sugar rays for lululemon. great gym, great people, go check them out.
- [Featured on Lululemon.com](https://simondamb.org/blog/featured-on-lululemon-com-2): shot at crossfit 604, ended up on lululemon.com. brief, but a fun one.
- [Featured on Lululemon.com](https://simondamb.org/blog/featured-on-lululemon-com): modeling the pace breaker short for lululemon, shot in squamish with aaron de jong. lightweight and a great fit.
- [TV Commercial: Ram Trucks - 'Portraits'](https://simondamb.org/blog/ram-trucks-portraits): a tv commercial for ram trucks, the portraits spot.
- [Effective Exercise Simplified](https://simondamb.org/blog/effective-exercise-simplified): the body adapts fast, so the work has to keep getting harder. heavier, more reps, something. otherwise you plateau.
- [Size Doesn’t (Always) Matter](https://simondamb.org/blog/size-doesnt-always-matter): getting stronger doesn't ruin your wardrobe, it just changes the math. squat went 195 to 240, deadlift 215 to 295 in seven months. body comp over jean size.
- [Extreme makeover - cabin edition](https://simondamb.org/blog/renos-the-lake-bunk-house): Turning the side of a mountain under the cabin into an epic new bunk house at sakinaw lake!

## News

- [PongTheTort.com is live!](https://simondamb.org/news/pongthetort-com-is-live): The new and improved Pong FAQ is live! It's a constantly expanding & growing page - but way more fun now than it was before :)
- [Throwback - spearhead traverse 3 years ago today](https://simondamb.org/news/throwback-spearhead-traverse-3-years-ago-today)
- [New Print - Impact Magazine](https://simondamb.org/news/new-print-impact-magazine)
- [Raincity's Community Code of Conduct](https://simondamb.org/news/raincitys-community-code-of-conduct)
- [Teaching the Teachers how to Teach Youth Exercise](https://simondamb.org/news/teaching-the-teachers-how-to-teach-youth-exercise)
- [webapp: Must dos when in Japan](https://simondamb.org/news/webapp-must-dos-when-in-japan)
- [New Resources page added & being updated](https://simondamb.org/news/new-resources-page-added-being-updated)
- [New Album: The Budapest Zoo](https://simondamb.org/news/new-album-the-budapest-zoo)
- [New Blog Post: The Raincity Floor](https://simondamb.org/news/new-blog-post-the-raincity-floor)
- [My First Year as Canadian Functional Fitness President - Wrap Up](https://simondamb.org/news/my-first-year-as-canadian-functional-fitness-president-wrap-up)
- [Where does Pong Live?](https://simondamb.org/news/where-does-pong-live)
- [Why I Consider myself ant-colonialist](https://simondamb.org/news/why-i-consider-myself-ant-colonialist)
- [Running a Floor at an FF Competition](https://simondamb.org/news/running-a-floor-at-an-ff-competition)
- [New Movements Added to the SCHOOLS.FIT Database](https://simondamb.org/news/new-movements-added-to-the-schools-fit-database)
- [The FF Brands I Love to work with](https://simondamb.org/news/the-ff-brands-i-love-to-work-with)

## Adventures

- [Whistler Blackcomb — biggest vert day](https://simondamb.org/adventures/whistler-blackcomb-biggest-vert-day): A little bit of everything, and 16 new PRs to show for it.
- [Whistler Blackcomb big day, Apr 2026](https://simondamb.org/adventures/whistler-blackcomb-big-day-apr-2026): A morning lap that turned into 13 personal records.
- [Whistler Slackcountry](https://simondamb.org/adventures/whistler-slackcountry): using up the passes at whistler.
- [Kicking Horse & Revelstoke road trip](https://simondamb.org/adventures/kicking-horse-and-revelstoke-road-trip): A 90-minute gondola delay, one more lap we didn't need, and three days at Revy after.
- [Whistler Blackcomb big day, Jan 2026](https://simondamb.org/adventures/whistler-blackcomb-big-day-jan-2026): A lunch-break ski day, 12 PRs deep.
- [Overnight on Seymour](https://simondamb.org/adventures/overnight-on-seymour-jul-2025): up late, back early. just getting outside and above the city for a night.
- [Japan](https://simondamb.org/adventures/japan): Three weeks on foot through Tokyo, Kyoto, Nara and Osaka, plus a full Disney day.
- [Overnight on Seymour](https://simondamb.org/adventures/overnight-on-seymour-apr-2025): up late, back early. just getting outside and above the city for a night.
- [Sea to Sky Gondola](https://simondamb.org/adventures/sea-to-sky-gondola): whole lotta snow, not a lotta people (not in a good way).
- [Fernie / East Kootenay ski trip](https://simondamb.org/adventures/fernie-east-kootenay-ski-trip): Two days at Fernie with Jordan Harris, plus a maybe-PR lap on Seymour after.
- [Camping & Manning Resort](https://simondamb.org/adventures/camping-and-manning-resort): camped out nearby the night before, then jordan met us at the resort. it was cold.
- [Whistler ski day, Dec 2024](https://simondamb.org/adventures/whistler-ski-day-dec-2024): First ski day of the season with my dad.
- [Seymour w/ Kevin & Tyee](https://simondamb.org/adventures/seymour-with-kevin-and-tyee): a couple bugs.
- [St Marks in the Vivos](https://simondamb.org/adventures/st-marks-in-the-vivos): first time breaking in the new vivobarefoots.
- [Whistler ski day, Apr 2024](https://simondamb.org/adventures/whistler-ski-day-apr-2024): Saying goodbye to the season, seven PRs at a time.
- [Whistler ski day, Jan 2024](https://simondamb.org/adventures/whistler-ski-day-jan-2024): Snuck up for some fresh snow, six PRs deep.
- [Whistler ski day, Dec 2023](https://simondamb.org/adventures/whistler-ski-day-dec-2023): Season opener with my dad. Not bad for 76.
- [West Van hike + ride](https://simondamb.org/adventures/west-van-hike-ride): A Raincity crew meander through West Van.
- [Sea to Summit w/ Nicola & MD](https://simondamb.org/adventures/sea-to-summit-with-nicola-and-md)
- [North Van long day](https://simondamb.org/adventures/north-van-long-day): Meandering into the new season on the North Shore.
- [Spearhead Traverse](https://simondamb.org/adventures/spearhead-traverse): our second attempt turned into quite the adventure.
- [Not Zoa Peak](https://simondamb.org/adventures/not-zoa-peak): we slept on the side of the coq to get an early start, it wasn't worth it.
- [Mulligan](https://simondamb.org/adventures/mulligan): quick rip up our favorite spot.
- [Wedgemont Lake](https://simondamb.org/adventures/wedgemont-lake): quick jaunt up a classic just past whistler.
- [Squamish big day](https://simondamb.org/adventures/squamish-big-day): An afternoon 'hike' (my scare quotes, not Strava's), 1,441 m of gain.
- [Lake Lovely Water 2](https://simondamb.org/adventures/lake-lovely-water-2): this time we took the chopper in...
- [North Van overnight](https://simondamb.org/adventures/north-van-overnight): A quick overnighter on the North Shore, packs on.
- [Kees & Claire Hut](https://simondamb.org/adventures/kees-and-claire-hut): our first attempt at the spearhead traverse audibled into an epic hut trip instead...
- [Whistler ski + tour day](https://simondamb.org/adventures/whistler-ski-tour-day): Half resort, half skins, in one day.
- [Metal Dome](https://simondamb.org/adventures/metal-dome): we were NOT prepared for the grind this became.
- [Whistler ski day, Feb 2022: whole family skiing together again](https://simondamb.org/adventures/whistler-ski-day-feb-2022): First time the whole family skied together in nearly 20 years.
- [Gin Peak](https://simondamb.org/adventures/gin-peak): one of the best powder days we've ever had.
- [Red Heather](https://simondamb.org/adventures/red-heather-dec-2021): though it was sunny and beautiful, do not recommend touring when it's -20 out.
- [Whistler ski weekend, Dec 2021](https://simondamb.org/adventures/whistler-ski-weekend-dec-2021): An early-season weekend with my dad and the old guys.
- [Whistler ski day, Nov 2021](https://simondamb.org/adventures/whistler-ski-day-nov-2021): Home opener, working out the season's kinks.
- [Watersprite Lake](https://simondamb.org/adventures/watersprite-lake): The most boring trail I've ever speed walked.
- [Sky Pilot](https://simondamb.org/adventures/sky-pilot): an incredible day summitting sky pilot during an altus intro to mountaineering course.
- [Golden Ears](https://simondamb.org/adventures/golden-ears): another one of our favorites when you're looking for a quick overnighter near town.
- [Howe Sound Crest](https://simondamb.org/adventures/howe-sound-crest): we knew what we were getting into this time, and had a great time taking our time on vancouver's most beautiful hike.
- [Lake Lovely Water](https://simondamb.org/adventures/lake-lovely-water): you've gotta climb this grind once to earn taking the helicopter for future adventures.
- [Mount Seymour overnight](https://simondamb.org/adventures/mount-seymour-overnight): A sleepover on Seymour, walked home the next morning.
- [Garibaldi](https://simondamb.org/adventures/garibaldi): we managed to convince the boys to join us for some winter camping. after carrying an 85lb bag with skis up, we didn't even get to ski.
- [Mt Muligan](https://simondamb.org/adventures/mt-muligan): after this mulligan quickly became one of our favorite spots for a mellow tour.
- [Zoa #ski](https://simondamb.org/adventures/zoa-ski): first time checking out the zoa range with jordan & friends.
- [Red Heather](https://simondamb.org/adventures/red-heather-mar-2021): our first adventure that was appropriate after a few incompletes.
- [Whistler ski weekend, Feb 2021](https://simondamb.org/adventures/whistler-ski-weekend-feb-2021): Skiing with my dad, hoping I've still got it at almost 75.
- [Whistler ski day, Jan 2021](https://simondamb.org/adventures/whistler-ski-day-jan-2021): First time ever skiing Grouse, playing instructor for the day.
- [Whistler ski trip](https://simondamb.org/adventures/whistler-ski-trip): Three days getting the ski legs back under me.
- [Whistler ski day, Dec 2020: first day back after ACL](https://simondamb.org/adventures/whistler-ski-day-dec-2020): First day back on skis after ACL surgery.
- [Brew Lake Hut](https://simondamb.org/adventures/brew-lake-hut): one of our first big adventures, a lot of lessons were learned as we had to turn around, call SAR, and not get back to the car until 2am.
- [Buntzen Lake](https://simondamb.org/adventures/buntzen-lake): Diez Vistas, then the long speed-walk out.
- [most of the Howe Sound Crest](https://simondamb.org/adventures/howe-sound-crest-2020): our second big adventure, still biting off a bit more than we were ready to chew.
- [Garibaldi Lake — the first one](https://simondamb.org/adventures/garibaldi-lake-the-first-one): The first trip to Garibaldi Lake, injured partway, made it anyway.

## Resources

- [New Camera: Sony a7C II (ILCE-7CM2)](https://simondamb.org/resources/new-camera-sony-a7c-ii-ilce-7cm2)
- [Search and Rescue: North Shore](https://simondamb.org/resources/search-and-rescue-north-shore): Knowledge Network docu-series following the volunteer members of North Shore Rescue as they pull hikers, bikers, and snowshoers out of the mountains right above Vancouver.
- [Rad Runner Plus](https://simondamb.org/resources/rad-runner-plus)
- [Supplements for Functional Fitness](https://simondamb.org/resources/supplements-for-functional-fitness): the supplements i actually use (bioedge greens daily, whey often). classic bodybuilder stack minus the hemodilators. RAINCITY at checkout = 10% off.
- [Creatine Monohydrate - Best Price Anywhere](https://simondamb.org/resources/creatine-monohydrate-best-price-anywhere): all you need is pure creatine. no fancy brands. costco beats every supplement store, even on sale.
- [Raincity Recommends - Local & Small Businesses](https://simondamb.org/resources/raincity-recommends-local-small-businesses): the running list of local + small businesses our team, members, and community keep recommending.
- [Insaltd - Best electrolyte & hydration mix you can get!](https://simondamb.org/resources/insaltd-best-electrolyte-hydration-mix-you-can-get): the only hydration mix with enough actual sodium to matter. less salty than LMNT, no fake sweeteners. local.
- [Insta360 X5](https://simondamb.org/resources/insta360-x5)
- [Daily Breakfast Protein - my goto](https://simondamb.org/resources/daily-breakfast-protein-my-goto): whey + high-protein yogurt = 30+ grams of protein before you've even sat down. simple breakfast stack.
- [Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market](https://simondamb.org/resources/tokyo-tsukiji-fish-market): go EARLY. it gets wild later. food stalls and street snacks pack in fast.
- [Osaka: Universal Studios Japan](https://simondamb.org/resources/osaka-universal-studios-japan): amazeballs. nintendo world is the standout, prioritize it.
- [Tokyo: DisneySea](https://simondamb.org/resources/tokyo-disneysea): the best disney park in the world. unique theming, incredible design, and the food is actually good.
- [Kyoto: Fushimi Inari Shrine](https://simondamb.org/resources/kyoto-fushimi-inari-shrine): the iconic torii gate hike. there before 9am or you're queueing. bring bug spray.
- [Tokyo: CAPPINESS Capybara Cafe](https://simondamb.org/resources/tokyo-cappiness-capybara-cafe): three capybaras, calm vibes, reservation required. shinjuku side, near takadanobaba.
- [Japan: Mocha Cat Cafe](https://simondamb.org/resources/japan-mocha-cat-cafe): cat cafe chain that's actually clean and well-run. multiple locations, easy stop with kids or jet-lagged guests.
- [Osaka: Dotonbori](https://simondamb.org/resources/osaka-dotonbori): osaka's neon-soaked food and nightlife district. best at night. street food, lights, energy.
- [Tokyo: Disneyland](https://simondamb.org/resources/tokyo-disneyland): second-best disney park overall. polished classic, but DisneySea wins.
- [Japan: mipig cafe](https://simondamb.org/resources/japan-mipig-cafe): micro pig cafe. cute, tourist-friendly, multiple locations across kyoto, tokyo, and osaka.
- [Kyoto: Pontocho](https://simondamb.org/resources/kyoto-pontocho): narrow riverside alley with restaurants and nightlife. best after dark.
- [Kyoto: Nishiki Market](https://simondamb.org/resources/kyoto-nishiki-market): kyoto's central food market street. best around late morning before peak crowds.
- [Nara: Nara Park](https://simondamb.org/resources/nara-nara-park): 11/10. 30 minutes from osaka, 45 from kyoto. bowing deer, mochi pounding, watch out for the aggressive ones.
- [Tokyo: Kappabashi Street](https://simondamb.org/resources/tokyo-kappabashi-street): tokyo's kitchen town. kitchenware, restaurant supply, knives. fun even if you're not buying.
- [Tokyo: Akihabara](https://simondamb.org/resources/tokyo-akihabara): tokyo's electronics and otaku district. dropped rwu at mocha cat while we hit the shops.
- [Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo Grove](https://simondamb.org/resources/kyoto-arashiyama-bamboo-grove): the iconic bamboo path. about a 45-minute walk. arrive VERY early or fight crowds the whole way.
- [Osaka: Harry Wood Namba (hedgehog cafe)](https://simondamb.org/resources/osaka-harry-wood-namba-hedgehog-cafe): hedgehog cafe in namba. very spiky. interesting but brief. keep it under an hour.
- [Tamron 35-150mm F/2-2.8 Di III VXD (A058)](https://simondamb.org/resources/tamron-35-150mm-f-2-2-8-di-iii-vxd-a058)
- [Sony E 15mm F1.4 G (SEL15F14G)](https://simondamb.org/resources/sony-e-15mm-f1-4-g-sel15f14g)
- [Sony a6400 (ILCE-6400)](https://simondamb.org/resources/sony-a6400-ilce-6400)
- [Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary](https://simondamb.org/resources/sigma-30mm-f1-4-dc-dn-contemporary)
- [Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G (SEL1655G)](https://simondamb.org/resources/sony-e-16-55mm-f2-8-g-sel1655g)
- [Sony FE 24-50mm F2.8 G (SEL2450G)](https://simondamb.org/resources/sony-fe-24-50mm-f2-8-g-sel2450g)

## Eats

- [Kobo: Matcha, Salted Caramel, Whiskey Toasted Coconut](https://simondamb.org/eats/kobo-matcha-salted-caramel-whiskey-toasted-coconut): Flavors of the week. Matcha white chocolate 👍👍👍👍👍 Salted caramel 👍👍👍👍 Whiskey toasted coconut 👍👍👍👍
- [Kobo: Passionfruit](https://simondamb.org/eats/kobo-passionfruit): Flavor of the summer. Kobo ice cream. PASSIONFRUIT
- [Tokyo: Godaime Hanayama Udon](https://simondamb.org/eats/tokyo-godaime-hanayama-udon): award-winning flat udon. lines form early, noodles can sell out, get a number first thing in the day.
- [Osaka: Patisserie Grenier](https://simondamb.org/eats/osaka-patisserie-grenier): puff pastry and french-style baked goods. solid dessert stop, two osaka locations.
- [Kyoto: Hikiniku to Come](https://simondamb.org/eats/kyoto-hikiniku-to-come): best meal of the trip. charcoal-grilled hamburger steaks cooked in stages. reservations open 7 days ahead at 9am, book or expect a long line.
- [Osaka: Unagi Kushiyaki Izumo](https://simondamb.org/eats/osaka-unagi-kushiyaki-izumo): unagi and egg bowl in umeda. portions are big, order half rice.
- [Osaka: Odoridako Dotonbori](https://simondamb.org/eats/osaka-odoridako-dotonbori): takoyaki with a whole octopus inside. tasty but plenty of other stalls nearby worth trying too.
- [Tokyo: Age 3 Ginza](https://simondamb.org/eats/tokyo-age-3-ginza): deep-fried stuffed sandwiches. the creme brulée filling is the standout. expect a line.
- [Tokyo: HATCOFFEE](https://simondamb.org/eats/tokyo-hatcoffee): custom 3D latte art. they made pong come to life in foam. fun novelty stop.
- [Tokyo: Pizza Marumo](https://simondamb.org/eats/tokyo-pizza-marumo): japanese-inspired pizza with fermented dough. the umami one tasted distinctly 'japan'. reservations open way in advance.
- [Tokyo: Roast Beef Ohno](https://simondamb.org/eats/tokyo-roast-beef-ohno): wagyu roast beef volcano bowl. went back just for the broth.
- [Tokyo: I'm Donut](https://simondamb.org/eats/tokyo-im-donut): 11/10. long lines but absolutely worth the hype. multiple locations, sells out early.
- [Kyoto: Tendon Makino](https://simondamb.org/eats/kyoto-tendon-makino): tempura rice bowls. long lines, only the hostess speaks english, but the food's good.
- [Tokyo: AMAM DACOTAN](https://simondamb.org/eats/tokyo-amam-dacotan): popular bakery in kita-aoyama. long line, visually striking breads and pastries.
- [Tokyo: Tsukiji Yamacho](https://simondamb.org/eats/tokyo-tsukiji-yamacho): tamagoyaki on a stick at tsukiji. popular morning stop, expect a line. simple and satisfying.
- [Kyoto: Nakatonidou](https://simondamb.org/eats/kyoto-nakatonidou): famous mochi shop in nara (day trip from kyoto). live mochi pounding is the show, time it right.
- [Osaka: Daiki-suisan Kaitenzushi Dotonbori](https://simondamb.org/eats/osaka-daiki-suisan-kaitenzushi-dotonbori): conveyor belt sushi in dotonbori. casual, reliable, good value. easy walk-in while exploring.
- [Kyoto: Gion Komori](https://simondamb.org/eats/kyoto-gion-komori): traditional sweets shop, famous for warabi mochi. big midday lines, quieter near closing.
- [Kyoto: MOTOI Gyoza](https://simondamb.org/eats/kyoto-motoi-gyoza): gyoza by a michelin-starred french chef. papa gyoza and celery gyoza were the highlights.
- [Tokyo: Mukai](https://simondamb.org/eats/tokyo-mukai): best sashimi of the trip. cash only. arrive before opening or just after lunch rush.
- [Tokyo: Cois Espresso Club](https://simondamb.org/eats/tokyo-cois-espresso-club): creme brulée cheesecake and creme brulée espresso. VERY sweet, expect a line.
- [Tokyo: Kitsuneya](https://simondamb.org/eats/tokyo-kitsuneya): very popular beef rice bowl stand at tsukiji market. arrive early.
- [Kyoto: Gion Duck Noodles](https://simondamb.org/eats/kyoto-gion-duck-noodles): duck ramen specialty shop with an emoji-only menu. line is real, worth it.
- [Kyoto: Hoho Hojicha Uji Main Store](https://simondamb.org/eats/kyoto-hoho-hojicha-uji-main-store): hojicha-focused brand in uji. distinct roasted tea flavor, different from all the matcha-heavy spots nearby.
- [Tokyo: Menya Sho Honten](https://simondamb.org/eats/tokyo-menya-sho-honten): local-approved ramen near our shinjuku stay. solid non-touristy choice.
- [Kyoto: Masuda Chaho](https://simondamb.org/eats/kyoto-masuda-chaho): specialty tea shop in uji. the uji matcha soft serve is the move. pairs well with other uji tea stops.
- [Tokyo: Azuki to Kouri](https://simondamb.org/eats/tokyo-azuki-to-kouri): shaved ice specialty shop in yoyogi. reservations open 7 days ahead at 9pm JST. order three portions, not two.
- [Osaka: Rikuro’s](https://simondamb.org/eats/osaka-rikuros): the famous fluffy cheesecake. not very sweet, popular souvenir-style dessert.
- [Kyoto: Tsuen Main Branch](https://simondamb.org/eats/kyoto-tsuen-main-branch): oldest teahouse in japan. matcha latte is the call. restaurant side may be closed.
- [Japan: Gyukatsu Motomura](https://simondamb.org/eats/japan-gyukatsu-motomura): deep-fried beef cutlet you grill yourself on a hot stone. melts in your mouth without being heavy. multiple locations.
- [Kyoto: Maccha House](https://simondamb.org/eats/kyoto-maccha-house): famous for matcha tiramisu. reliable, high-quality matcha sweets across multiple cities.

## Listening

- [The Psychiatrist Who Discovered RSD Explains How To Stop It - Dr. William (Bill) Dodson](https://simondamb.org/listening/the-psychiatrist-who-discovered-rsd-explains-how-to-stop-it-dr-william-bill-dodson): The psychiatrist who coined the term Rejection Sensitivity Dismoria (RSD) explains what it is, what it means, and different ways to try to handle it.
- [371 - Fix Chronic Body Pain for Good (The Shocking Link to Your Feet)](https://simondamb.org/listening/371-fix-chronic-body-pain-for-good-the-shocking-link-to-your-feet): Discover the neuroscience-backed link between posture and brain health in this fascinating episode with Annette Verpillot, founder of Posturepro. Learn how your feet, jaw, and eyes work as a three-pillar system driving movement, cognition, and longevity. From optimizing nervous system function to im
- [How Could an Animal-Based Diet Impact Metabolic Health? | Anthony Chaffee, MD | The Metabolic Link Ep.69](https://simondamb.org/listening/how-could-an-animal-based-diet-impact-metabolic-health-anthony-chaffee-md-the-metabolic-link-ep-69): Dr. Anthony Chaffee joins Dr. Dominic D'Agostino to explore the scientific case for animal-based ketogenic diets, covering metabolic health, inflammation, chronic conditions, and evolutionary perspectives on modern dietary assumptions.
- [#365 - Training for longevity: A roundtable on strength, injury prevention, protein, women and youth athletes](https://simondamb.org/listening/365-training-for-longevity-a-roundtable-on-strength-injury-prevention-protein-women-and-youth-athletes): Some very interesting opinions from very experienced coaches.
- [Understanding Female Metabolism: PCOS, Postpartum, and Menopause](https://simondamb.org/listening/understanding-female-metabolism-pcos-postpartum-and-menopause)
- [What We're Still Getting Wrong About Women's Health & Fitness: Dr. Stacy Sims Live](https://simondamb.org/listening/what-were-still-getting-wrong-about-womens-health-fitness-dr-stacy-sims-live): Dr. Stacy Sims is an exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist whose mantra – "women are not small men" – has reshaped how women approach their health. Recorded live with a studio audience, we challenge the conventional wisdom around fasting, cardio, and calorie restriction. In its place, a playbook calibrated for female physiology – heavy lifting, fed-state training, circadian eating, and a new relationship with perimenopause. Stacy is a force. Enjoy!
- [Inflammation and Glycation: The Two Heads of Chronic Disease](https://simondamb.org/listening/inflammation-and-glycation-the-two-heads-of-chronic-disease): The Metabolic Link · Episode
- [296 ‒ Foot health: preventing common injuries, enhancing strength and mobility, & picking footwear](https://simondamb.org/listening/296-foot-health-preventing-common-injuries-enhancing-strength-and-mobility-picking-footwear): Courtney Conley is an internationally renowned foot and gait specialist. In this episode, Courtney delves into the intricate world of foot anatomy and functionality. She explores the complexities of the foot, discussing its anatomy, common injuries, and the importance of understanding its structure in preventing issues. She covers a range of foot ailments, factors contributing to them, treatment options, and prevention strategies. She delves into the significance of loading, balance, range of motion, and posture, emphasizing the crucial role of strength in preventing both injuries and falls. Additiona lly, she sheds light on the interconnectedness of the kinetic chain, from the leg muscles down to the foot, and how issues within this chain can cascade downstream, leading to various injuries and pathologies. Additionally, she provides a comprehensive overview of footwear, discussing suitable options for both adults and children to promote foot health and mitigate potential problems.

## Photos

- [2026 CF3 Nationals](https://simondamb.org/photos/2026-cf3-nationals): 14 photos
- [2026 Jonah Memorial Workout](https://simondamb.org/photos/2026-jonah-memorial-workout): 10 photos
- [Coco & Pong's First Walk](https://simondamb.org/photos/coco-pongs-first-walk): 10 photos
- [Coco Tiny Dancer](https://simondamb.org/photos/coco-tiny-dancer): 23 photos
- [Toast In the Hall](https://simondamb.org/photos/toast-in-the-hall): 19 photos

## Collections

- [behind the lens](https://simondamb.org/collections/behind-the-lens): Photos, albums and media.
- [adventures](https://simondamb.org/collections/adventures): When I'm not coaching or building I'm probably off in the mountains somewhere. Here are a few of my favorite adventures.
- [the interventionist (Bi)](https://simondamb.org/collections/interventionist): I work as a behavior interventionist with youth on the autism spectrum @raincityfitclub
- [workouts](https://simondamb.org/collections/workouts): From gymnastics skill sessions to follow along workouts.
- [ADHD and me](https://simondamb.org/collections/adhd): Life lessons for those who deal with their own, or anyone else's, neurodivergence.
- [Japan Must Dos](https://simondamb.org/collections/japan): Our must do items (mostly eating) and curated list of Japan recommendations.
- [thesport.fit (formerly FFL)](https://simondamb.org/collections/thesportdotfit): My latest project, taking over a decade of experience running competitive fitness leagues, and using it to raise the bar for all forms of the sport internationally.
- [canadian functional fitness & if3](https://simondamb.org/collections/functionalfitness): President of the Canadian Functional Fitness Federation, we're working towards making FF a recognized sport across Canada.
- [gear](https://simondamb.org/collections/gear): From cameras to climbing, these are the products I love and use.
- [entrepreneur](https://simondamb.org/collections/entrepreneur): Everything related to the multiple businesses and non profits I have started, run, managed, etc over the years.
- [with my computer](https://simondamb.org/collections/nerd): All the things I've built or am building online.
- [with my hands](https://simondamb.org/collections/construction): A collection of all the things I've built with my hands (not including online projects or development).
- [on rotation](https://simondamb.org/collections/on-rotation): what i'm listening to, watching, and reading right now. some get a few notes, some get a full breakdown.
- [nutrition talk](https://simondamb.org/collections/nutrition): All things related to nutrition (but not rwueats).
- [travel](https://simondamb.org/collections/travel): From curated lists of the best eats and todos in Japan or about the 35+ other countries I've been fortunate enough to visit.
- [fitclub (youth)](https://simondamb.org/collections/fitclub): raincity's kids training program. useful for any parent, coach, or educator who works with kids.
- [for my tortoise](https://simondamb.org/collections/tortoise)
- [beyond the binary](https://simondamb.org/collections/beyond-binary): from feminism, to protecting trans children - its time to move beyond outdated binary ideas of humanity.
- [who is this guy](https://simondamb.org/collections/who): There's a lot of information on this site, so let's start with the basics...
- [start](https://simondamb.org/collections/start-here): who is this guy and why does this website exist?
- [raincity athletics](https://simondamb.org/collections/raincity): I opened raincity athletics august of 2013 and have been running it ever since. It's been a helluva journey with a lot of lessons learned that I hope others can learn from my experiences.