Miscellany: Summer Calisthenics

If you conceal a firearm inside the waistband, you have probably experienced firsthand the difference that being in shape has on your ability to carry. When I'm thin and svelte, my P-01 rides without a second thought. In my current condition, engorged by months of having a recuperating broken arm, I can barely get the darn holster on my belt, let alone finagle a blocky 9mm light-rail-equipped slide into the thing.

It's an excellent prod to losing weight. When you can't carry your favorite gun, and are reduced to toting around a pocket revolver because your gut has grown to John Goodman-in-"Oh Brother Where Art Thou?" proportions, there's a definite resolve to get in shape. Time to hit the jogging trails, I suppose.

If I ever get the chance, I''ll make an infomercial about this whole concept - "Tired of not being able to strap on your $2000 custom 1911? Want to have room to tighten your Wilderness Instructor's Belt? Buy the Flabmaster 5000 and watch your carry options increase as your waistline decreases!"