As an exercise junkie, I’ve often wondered why people don’t have the same passion. The reality is that for many people, exercise is associated with pain and boredom. How many times have you seen and heard the phrase “no pain no gain”? How about “Pain is weakness leaving the body”? I saw a tag line on [...]
I have a few pictures on my Facebook page from a mountaineering trip I planned to Mexico a few years ago. Recently someone asked me about the pictures and I realized that they were out there but there was no story behind them. So, I thought I might give you a little background on the [...]
This is going to be a really quick post. Today, it’s your turn. I’d like to know what’s your motivation? What’s your reason for working out? For me, a workout is a means to an end and something that helps me toward a goal of creating a lasting memory. I enjoy riding my bike and [...]
A little over a year ago, a very good friend of our daughters was diagnosed with cancer. In a short 9 months, Brianna finished the race strong but ultimately lost her battle with the disease. As a father, watching a child’s life cut short was heartbreaking. It’s hard for me to even write about it. [...]
Two years ago, I had the opportunity to ride one of the most famous mountains in France, Mt. Ventoux. The Giant of Provence dominates the landscape in southeast France. It’s eerie top portion, referred to as the Moonscape, is nothing but white rocks. Nothing else. For riders in the Tour de France, it’s demoralizing because [...]
