One of the most popular tracking tools for cyclists, runners, triathletes and other endurance athletes is Strava. This (free) tool allows athletes in any location around the globe to “compete” for awards such as “King of the Mountain” or “Course Record Holder.” Anyone with a GPS device can play. You set up your own “courses” …
In the coming weeks, I’ll cross the 50 years mark here on this earth. As the time has drawn near, the Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon has gone into full effect, causing a variety of “50” topics, ideas and headlines to garner my attention. Sidenote: the Baader-Meinhoff Phenomenon is the name for what happens when a trigger causes you to suddenly …
“The best laid plans of mice and men…” originated from Robert Burns 1786 poem that eventually was the source of John Steinbeck’s 1937 novel Of Mice and Men. Even today, 230 years later, the phrase is frequently quoted and likely more frequently felt. We make plans – preparing diligently for the future as we should. And …
The idea of a “magical solution” for improved health has existed since the beginning of time. The latest and greatest supplements, eating plans, and equipment grab out attention at every turn, promising to provide “the answer.” Stop. Please hear me clearly. There is nothing wrong with any of these. There is certainly value to working …
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Over the weekend, I wrapped up the last of the 3 (running) races I had on the calendar before moving out of the “Masters” category (40-49) and into the “Grand Masters” group (50+). Those three races included a marathon on limited training (long story), a 5 mile race to get the training season started and …
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During a conversation with someone the other day, he said something that really got under my skin. He mentioned a recent article he’d seen from an alumni magazine about me. However, instead of providing a pat on the back for working hard, making the most of an opportunity or similar positives, he instead said something along …
Two weeks ago, I was asked to participate in a research study that involved running on a treadmill with a breathing tube in my mouth and multiple blood tests along the way. It was a bit of an odd feeling, but the strangest part (and where the most significant LIFE lessons occurred) was the format …
Student loans have become a significant issue in our country, and for good reason. Graduating from college with $30,000 $50,000 or even more in loans can create a heavy anchor around the leg of anyone starting out in this world. We fully understand the struggle with the high cost of tuition, as we have 3 …
The turning of the page to a new year brings with it an energy and an excitement for the opportunity to make a fresh start. Resolutions are out in full force, and can be impactful (we wrote about a powerful way to approach them here). However, if you really want to optimize the coming year, tap the …
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