I just heard that 80% of the world’s population (1.7 billion) will experience some form of trauma in their lifetime. And from what I know about trauma, 10% of them (170 million) will have PTSD … Did I do that math… Read More »Dance With The Devil
Healthy Mind
Hard to admit this, but … my #1 challenge when racing Ironman is strengthening a weak mindset. This post shares my #1 tool to develop a peaceful & powerful mindset. First, let me share this. Early into training I learned… Read More »Strengthening a weak mindset
Strengthening a weak mindset
I have to brag about an Ironman friend, but first let me set the story. Imagine being blind and training for an Ironman 70.3 triathlon. You will blindly swim 1.2 miles in the ocean without the ability to spot wakes, people, or… Read More »Blind Faith
Blind Faith
It’s been said Ironman racing requires more mental strength than physical strength. I agree 100%. With that said consider this – can Ironman, the world’s toughest endurance sport, save your mind? That idea rings true with me. My mind needed… Read More »5 Tips To Eliminate Self-Doubt
5 Tips To Eliminate Self-Doubt
When shit happens keep moving. Enough said.
Shit Happens
How do you manage self doubt? Lately, for me it’s been difficult especially as Ironman training kicks into high gear. Words that race through my head include: What am I doing? I feel like a failure with balancing business, training,… Read More »Managing Self Doubt
Managing Self Doubt
Ironman training is past the halfway mark. During the past two weeks I’ve been quiet with updates. That’s because I felt tired, overwhelmed, and in pain. Those feels tend to make me quiet, and I needed time to process things… Read More »Ironman Check List
Ironman Check List
Through trial and error I learned a tough lesson. Ironman requires a healthy balance act with nutrition. Just because I burn thousands of calories during training weeks or 8,000 – 10,000 on race day, doesn’t mean I can eat junk.… Read More »Healthy Balance Act
Healthy Balance Act
Ironman training week 10, and my mid-morning snack is a bowl of cucumbers and tomatoes. Would rather have a chocolate cookie, but then eating that won’t make my body tight. {{{ AAUGH }}} During the past few days I didn’t… Read More »See the clutter: Be true to the vision.
See the clutter: Be true to the vision.
Sunday morning’s first thought … get that run in early before the heat, rain, and humidity hits. Out the door by 8am and instantly felt the touch of hot, sweet sweat, even while standing in the shade. Wish I kicked… Read More »Sunday Run