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Automation

written by Matthew Rensberry, MD MBA on 2015-05-04

It is a profoundly erroneous truism that we should cultivate the habit of thinking of what we are doing. The preceise opposite is the case. Civilization advances by extending the number of important operations which we can perform without thinkin... more


How to Estimate Daily Caloric Burn

written by Matthew Rensberry, MD MBA on 2015-05-04

x*(g) = r r*1.3 = s s+m*100 = t Example (200lbs male running 5miles): 200*11*1.3+5*100= 3360 calories x = weight in lbs g = gender multiplier (women 10; men 11) r = resting metabolic rate s = number of calories burned with standard everyday activ... more


More information ... wise?

written by Matthew Rensberry, MD MBA on 2015-05-04

Big data may mean more information, but it also means more false information. - Nassim Taleb more


Running's benefits

written by Matthew Rensberry, MD MBA on 2015-05-04

From Runner's World (May 2015): Burns more calories than walking You have to walk 50% further and twice as long to burn the same calories Running burns around 100 calories per mile Promotes joint and bone health Those who average >1.2mi/day are 1... more


Listening

written by Matthew Rensberry, MD MBA on 2015-04-28

People seem to not discuss much anymore. I often observe people attempting to engage in a conversation, though each is speaking to themself really. They take turns speaking and while the other is using their turn, figuring out what they way to sa... more


Random attributes about myself.

written by Matthew Rensberry, MD MBA on 2015-04-28

I.... try new things wave at runners am courteous use uplifting language listen and consider others point of views drink coffee avoid phone distractions tell the truth make decisions critically think find solutions --MR more


Be valuable

written by Matthew Rensberry, MD MBA on 2015-02-25

Don't strive to have your presence noticed, but your absence felt. Buddha more


YouTube Videos that matter (kinda)

written by Matthew Rensberry, MD MBA on 2015-02-22

Here are a collection of YouTube videos I have found influential in some way in my life. Hopefully they are of some curious interest to you too. This video is one of my favorites because it demonstrates that investing time and energy will make yo... more


My Life Principles (and 2015 goals)

written by Matthew Rensberry, MD MBA on 2015-02-17

What I Choose to Value: Other [people] - I want to be an Active Listener to value others [Quality] - I want to enjoy Good Things [Knowledge/Experience] - I want to be an avid Reader [Organization] - I want to maintain order in my surroundings alo... more


2014 Social Media Lookback

written by Matthew Rensberry, MD MBA on 2014-12-18

What did I learn regarding social media in 2014? I learned I did not need Facebook in my life anymore. Early this year, I deactivated my Facebook account. I did this hesitantly as I was worried of a bit of personal FOMO. I had a lot of connection... more