Michael Brockbank
Bio
I am the owner and operator of several blogs including WriterSanctuary.com. As a freelance writer since 2012, I have covered a range of topics and completed over 8,000 projects for clients. Follow me @WriterSanctuary on Twitter.
Stories (59/0)
- Top Story - April 2021
Yes, at 44, I Play MinecraftTop Story - April 2021
Almost a decade ago, my daughters roped me into playing Minecraft with them on the Xbox 360. Because I'm one of those parents who is easily talked into playing games and what-not, it didn't take much convincing.
By Michael Brockbank3 years ago in Gamers
How Reading My Book on YouTube Helps Me as an Aspiring Author
I've always been a writer, in some form or another. I submitted my first manuscript at 12, though, Double Day turned it down. But it wasn't until recently that I started actually putting more effort into becoming an author...at 44 years old.
By Michael Brockbank3 years ago in Motivation
I Lost 2 Pounds in One Day? Not Really...
I am getting myself prepared for an intense, 12-week fitness challenge. Well, intense for a desk jockey. And after trying out the routine for one day, I dropped two pounds. But is this a reality of what I'll see throughout the next three months?
By Michael Brockbank3 years ago in Longevity
- Top Story - January 2021
Being a Stress Eater Really SucksTop Story - January 2021
I'm on a quest to lose the last bit of weight before hitting my goal. Unfortunately, I'm also a stress eater. This means I often find comfort in foods when things get a bit screwy in my life. And the events of January 6th really didn't help my situation.
By Michael Brockbank3 years ago in Longevity
How Many Calories Can You Burn with a Bodyblade?
I'm usually not one to buy into "As Seen on TV" products. And normally, something like the Bodyblade would have no interest from me. However, my friend gave me one because she never used it. And, I found that you can experience a pretty good calorie burn from the Bodyblade.
By Michael Brockbank3 years ago in Longevity
How I Use Personal Fitness Records to Inspire Exercise
One of my favorite ways to stay motivated for exercise is by breaking personal fitness records. It's kind of like gamifying the workout as I am working to beat my "high score." Essentially, it taps my competitive nature.
By Michael Brockbank3 years ago in Longevity
Should You Use Exercise.com to Get Fit?
The Internet is full of health and fitness apps. And the best ones to use are those that work best for you. After all, everyone is unique. With that being said, I would like to point out some of the benefits of Exercise.com.
By Michael Brockbank3 years ago in Longevity
8 Ways to Gamify Your Fitness Routine for Maximum Output
With the new year upon us, many will start to get serious about losing some weight. However, not everyone will have the same degree of success. But, if you gamify fitness, you might increase your chances.
By Michael Brockbank3 years ago in Longevity
How Much Can You Make Online as a Freelance Writer?
A lot of people have made a great living by being a freelance writer on the Internet. As the saying goes, "Content is King," and there are a lot of people who will toss money your way for writing everything from reviews to blog posts.
By Michael Brockbank5 years ago in Journal
How I Lost 20 Pounds Within 2 Months with MyFitnessPal
I've never been one to put a lot of stock in fad diets. I'm sure a lot of people have had a great deal of success with things like the Paleo or Atkins plans. Personally, I'd rather enjoy my meals. Using MyFitnessPal to monitor my intake, I was able to drop 20 pounds inside of two months without vastly altering my eating habits. Here is how I did it.
By Michael Brockbank7 years ago in Longevity
How Fitness and Health Provide Superior Benefits to eSports
The prospect of eSports coming to the 2024 Olympics has sparked a great deal of interest. While some don't agree that gaming is a "sport," others point out how approximately 43 million people watched the 2016 League of Legends Championship tournament. No matter what side of the fence you're on, eSports is a growing trend.
By Michael Brockbank7 years ago in Gamers