About Jake Thompson
Senior Editor, Functional Fitness & Everyday Strength
B.S. in Exercise Physiology, University of Colorado Boulder | Certified Personal Trainer (ACE)
Jake has been a foundational editor at Gymbag since 2018. With over 12 years of coaching experience and a degree in physiology, he specializes in fitness that fits into real life.
Latest Articles
Bloody Hundredth: How the 100th Bomb Group Made History
Military
The 100th Bomb Group, which is more widely known under the moniker “the Bloody Hundredth,” was a very special team…
How Family and Communication Shape the Experience of Depression
Fitness and Health
Emotional disorder is not only a case of being sad – it can be hidden in a disguise, whether it…
The Ongoing Fight for Air Dominance in Modern Warfare
Military
For a long time, air supremacy was considered the most envied achievement in military strategy. Historically, the control of the…
S-500 Air Defense: Russia’s Latest Technological Leap
Military
At the center of Russia’s desires to revamp its air and missile defense lies the S-500 Prometheus. Promoted as a…
The Story of Nord 1500 Griffon: Ramjet Innovation in Flight
Military
Nord 1500 Griffon is a kind of no or very low probability yet fascinating figure, whose presence is paramountly striking…
From Development to Dominance: The F-35 Lightning Story
Military
F-35 Lightning II is to redefine, or rather evolve, modern air power perception not only for the U.S but for…
10 Anniversary Ideas That Create Lasting Memories
Relationship
Anniversaries are not simply days marked on a calendar—they are opportunities to commemorate the love, memories, and the path you…
ATACMS Missiles: How They’re Transforming Ukraine’s Battlefield
Military
With the introduction of the long-range guided ATACMS missiles, Ukraine can strike targets much farther away, including those deep inside…
The Boom XB-1 Jet and the Revival of Supersonic Flight
Military
Over twenty years have passed since Concorde made its last landing, and the dream of commercial supersonic flight has been…
The USS Jimmy Carter Submarine and Its Secret Missions
Military
The USS Jimmy Carter (SSN-23) is a unique vessel in the U.S. Navy. It is named for the 39th President—himself…