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
10 Most Alarming Signs of a Toxic Relationship
Relationship
Ever find yourself more tired than satisfied within your relationship? Perhaps you’ve dismissed the discomfort, reasoning it’s merely a difficult…
8 Most Dangerous Signs of a Controlling Relationship
Relationship
Ever felt like you’re treading lightly in your love life? Like your other half’s “care” seems more like bossing? That…
10 Luckiest Houseplants for Positive Energy and Well-Being
Lifestyle
There’s something particularly invigorating about being surrounded by plants. Houseplants not only appear appealing—they produce a sense of calm, enhance…
Why Repair Matters Most in Family Conflict
Lifestyle
Life at home can be a wild ride—full of love, fun, and yes, some fights. If you think your family…
8 Most Surprising Realities of Open Relationships and Polyamory
Lifestyle
Open relationships and polyamory are talked about more now—on social media, TV shows, and even among friends. It seems like…
6 Ways Families Can Prevent Childhood Obesity
Fitness and Health
Childhood obesity is a rising epidemic in the U.S., striking around one in five children. It’s not only a number…
Introvert-Extrovert Relationships That Work
Relationship
When an introvert falls for an extrovert, it feels as if the universe is pairing opposites. The wallflower is attracted…
5 Ways to Handle a Hot and Cold Guy
Relationship
If you’ve ever experienced the sensation of being on an emotional seesaw with someone—sweet one moment, cold the next—you’re not…
The Real Key to Staying Healthy at Your Desk
Fitness and Health
If you’re like most desk workers, you likely spend an enormous chunk of your day sitting at your desk, at…
15 Female Body Language Signs of Attraction
Relationship
Wondering whether she’s interested in you or just being friendly? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Attraction is a tricky one…