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
WWII Aircraft Carriers: The Floating Fortresses That Won the Pacific
Military
In the early years of the 20th century, the oceans were ruled by battleships—giant, firepower-laden ships that represented the power…
F-35 Revealed: How It Shapes Modern Air Combat Worldwide
Military
The F-35 Lightning II is also known as the crown jewel of today’s air forces—a stealth, high-tech fighter aircraft designed…
Stop Overthinking and Take Back Control of Your Life
Fitness and Health
Actually, all of us have overthought at least once in our lives. Your brain can be a paranoid machine that…
How Laughter Heals and Boosts Your Well-Being
Fitness and Health
One of the few things that is really able to cross borders of any kind – age, culture, and even…
10 Simple Ways to Bring Back the Spark in Your Relationship
Relationship
When the first fire of love with a new partner/love relationship is going to expire, it is okay for the…
F-22 vs Eurofighter: The Ultimate Air Superiority Showdown
Military
Few air-to-air combat rivalries engender as much controversy as the contest between America’s F-22 Raptor and Europe’s Eurofighter Typhoon. Both…
M1E3 Abrams: The Next Evolution in Tank Warfare
Military
The U.S. Army is stepping into a new era of modernization, and no symbol better describes that change than the…
SIG Sauer P210: Precision Craftsmanship with a Historic Legacy
Military
Few guns command the quiet admiration that comes in the footsteps of the SIG Sauer P210. Brought into being and…
Battleship Texas: A Living Legacy Saved by Her Community
Military
There is something profoundly emotional in the manner in which a vessel can become synonymous with the very soul of…
F3D Skyknight: The Quiet Night Fighter That Won Two Wars
Military
When individuals mention renowned jet fighters, names such as the F-86 Sabre or MiG-15 tend to reign supreme. However, behind…