Spring Into Action
100 Days of Action one Habit at a Time Spring is here. Writing from the foothills of the Los Padres Mountains, I’m surrounded by the vibrant greenery that’s emerging all around. This time marks the end of winter fallow—when the earth emerges recharged and prepares for the burst of growth that comes with warmer, brighter days. […]
The Habits of the Elite
Turning one habit into a 20-year passion When I started running 20 years ago, I never set out to develop a running hobby. I just thought it was something people did to lose weight. It began for me with a challenge from my friend Matt to run a short triathlon—a seemingly impossible test of the imagination for […]
The 48 Mile Goggins Challenge: No Shortcuts
It’s not just about finishing, it’s about playing the game A while back, I took on the Goggins Challenge: running 4 miles every 4 hours for 48 hours straight. Technically, I completed 50 miles in under 48 hours, but not as I planned. Here’s the thing: the value of a challenge isn’t always in the […]
What to Learn from a Sunset Run
Embracing the limits of time sets you free This week, I decided to go for a sunset run in Ojai, hoping to get some trail time in and, you know, find a bit of peace in the middle of this noisy world (because who doesn’t want both, right?). Sometimes, what you’re looking for shows up […]
What Running 2,200 Miles Teaches You
Building your dream one mile at a time The new year is here, and with it comes the perfect opportunity to map out your path ahead. Whether you’re chasing a long-time dream or tackling a new goal, this is a great time to reflect on what’s come before and look ahead to what’s next. Running […]