Losing Sucks, but it’s a Great Motivator

This past weekend, Shelly and I entered a local Brazilian jiu jitsu (bjj) tournament. She did really well, placing second in her division. It was a proud moment for me. She overcame her fears of getting out on the at and came out victorious. Me? Not so much. I lost both matches to bring my …

New Goals; New Adventures

Over the last few weeks, I've been contemplating new goals. I haven't really had too many goals over the last few years; I've just enjoyed flowing through life. I feels like it's about time to get some direction. The following are the goals I'm considering for 2014 but haven't made a firm commitment: 1. Run …

Weight Loss Experimentation: Calories in/ Calories Out in the Real World

I love trying new physical adventures. Over the years, I've played a wide variety of sports, both team and individual. Each one presented different physical and mental skills which helped me grow as a person. Each one was a unique puzzle that challenged me in a new way. I've been looking for a new challenge …

What Would You Do If You Were Attacked on a Run?

As runners, have you ever wondered just how vulnerable we are running through the streets or out on the trails?Many times we're in secluded areas with very few if any people around. We could easily be attacked, robbed, or raped. Killed even. Can we do anything to improve our safety? Kelly, the general manager at …