Matthew Recker
I'm trained as a physicist but love to write. Creative writing is my passion, but when I'm not writing fiction I enjoy discussing technical/scientific issues, historical subjects and any of my hobbies.
Besides writing, I love photography, cycling and I enjoy working with wood.
In 2010 I decided to get in better shape and dropped 30 pounds through cycling and healthy eating. If you are interested in fitness or have questions, ask them and I'll relay my own experiences and thoughts.
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Besides writing, I love photography, cycling and I enjoy working with wood.
In 2010 I decided to get in better shape and dropped 30 pounds through cycling and healthy eating. If you are interested in fitness or have questions, ask them and I'll relay my own experiences and thoughts.
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Healthy Weight LossThere's a lot of misinformation out there about weight loss and many methods. The best weight loss, is a gradual method that has you learning healthy habits along the way. Pills and other extreme techniques are not the way.
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Tracking Your WorkoutsWhy tracking your fitness is the most important part of losing weight.
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How to Photograph LightningLightning can be one of the hardest subjects to capture on film, but it doesn't have to be. With a few simple settings, some patience and a bit of luck anyone can get great photos. -
Hi-Resolution Images of the Apollo Landing SitesA discussion of the new lunar images captured by the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter and released by NASA.
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Paolo CoelhoA review of Paolo Coelho and some of his works
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Tracking Your Bike RidesHelpful tools to track your rides and monitor your skill on a bicycle
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Best Road Cycling in AlbuquerqueA brief overview of some of the best places to bike in Albuquerque, New Mexico
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A Semester in LondonA semester spent in London offers great exposure to the British culture -
Upgrading to a Road BikeIf you have been riding a mountain bike and are considering an upgrade to a road bike, this article is for you. -
Skylines and SunsetsPictures I've taken from several locations (Dayton, Little Rock and San Francisco) all involving skylines or sunsets. -
Finding the Cause of Global Warming - Does it Really Matter?Global warming is a hotly (pun intended) debated topic. The signs are all around us, the cause is the only thing left to be discussed. Do we really need to be 100% sure of the cause before we take action?
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Forward Direction - Does Scientific Accuracy in Popular Culture Matter?How much accuracy is really needed in a Hollywood film? Science fiction is not always accurate, but it often leads to new inventions and discoveries that may not have otherwise come about. It inspires future scientists to make the "impossible" possible.
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Impact of the Black Death on the Medieval EconomyHow did the Black Death influence the medieval economy? Was it all bad?
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Short Story - The AmuletTawny and Joseph witness a scary site: a mysterious black figure speeding through the forest at night. When they go to investigate, they find a small stone he had dropped. Something fishy is going on in the small town of Babylon.