13. Let go of your ego – I see this all the time, even with myself, I’m not exempt. Be open-minded to suggestions from someone that has had success. Do your best to stay away from the “I” syndrome. “I” did this and “I” did that. A lot of times ego and the “I”, got you where you are, learn from it, and move forward. Don’t let your ego keep you stuck where you are. …
66 TIPS IN 40 DAYS: DAY 7
12. Replace bad habits with good ones, you don’t lose a habit you replace it - The book by Charles Duhigg “The Power of Habit” is a great read. Habits can run the gambit from good to bad. Some we are aware of, others we are not. The key is to identify the ones that keep us from reaching our goals and replace them with new positive habits. Also, know the habits that are beneficial and continue to do those. …
66 TIPS IN 40 DAYS: DAY 6
11. Enjoy the journey – We have to find joy in the process because success usually doesn’t happen overnight. The journey is where we learn the most about ourselves, what we can do, and what we can overcome. It makes the WIN even more enjoyable. …
66 TIPS IN 40 DAYS: DAY 5
10. Don’t compare yourself with others, You are You – Your Why is unique to you so stick with the goal. …
66 Tips in 40 Days: Day 4
9. What is your WHY? You need a why when it comes to wellness – If you don’t have it, it’s much easier to throw in the towel when times are hard. Every person will have their own Why. It could be bad health; overweight, overfat, too many medications, inability to more like the “good old days”, it’s hard to get on the floor with your kids or grandkids, sluggish, tired all time, the mirror doesn’t lie, wedding, work stress, YOU DON’T LIKE YOU, you fill in the blank_____. …
66 Tips in 40 Days: Day 3
8. Write a list of 20 things you are grateful for – I know it seems easy, try it. It may be harder than you think. If you have a hard time coming up with twenty, this exercise exposes your need for reflection on how grateful you really are. Some say to do this every day. Start by doing it once and read it daily as a reminder. These 20 might be a good starting point in your daily prayer time. …
66 Tips in 40 Days: Day 2
7. Take ownership of your health – Regardless of your circumstances, we totally control what we put in our mouths, how much we move, and how busy we are. DAY 1 …
66 Tips in 40 Days
Starting today, I will post 66 tips in 40 days. Each post will fall under any one of the following three main categories: The Basics, Health and Wellness, or Training. Each day’s tips will be bite sized for a fast read. My goals for these tips are to invoke thought, help you get motivated or refocused. Most of all, I want these tips to be a blessing to help you live a healthier, more productive, and meaningful life. Don’t miss a post. By adding your name to the …
Running: Where to Start
Let’s see, our current challenge is: “no big groups ”, “six-foot rule” or “isolation”an so on…. There is no better way to achieve all of these, stay healthy, and start a new path than by running. That’s right! So, I’ve compiled some guidelines to help you get started or take inventory of what you have been doing to make the most of your current health journey.Being a Triathlon Coach for more than twelve years, I’ve learned a thing or two, because, well, I’ve seen a thing or two. Most …
Fighting the COVID “19” Part 2
When this whole thing broke out, if you recall, everyone rushed to the store to pill up the toilet paper, paper towels, and hand sanitizer. Once everyone realized we were in this thing for the long haul most everyone rushed to the store to buy food. Unfortunately, for themselves and their health, they chose all the wrong things.What was missing from the shelves, for the most part, packaged food? Some may say, “What’s wrong with that”. During a crisis like we are …
Fighting the COVID “19” Part 1
With every adversity come revelations, COVID-19 is no different. In February 2020 we were all humming along just like normal. Many people, who started with grand goals of health and wellness, found themselves just about where they were in years past, wondering what happened to their New Year’s Resolutions. When CV-19 hit, things came so fast that people did not seem to have time to think, not evaluate their situations. As a result, we were locked at home, mostly in our minds, …
Warm up is a waste of time?
Many years ago when getting ready for a training session, I would be impatient and spend just a few seconds with a stretch here and a stretch there, then take off. A common theme that occurred every time was I did not feel “in the groove” for several minutes or sets etc. Have you ever felt that way?The problem was that I did not warm up properly, in this case at all. So, I went back to the basics, warm up. Not all warm ups will be the same, it depends on your activity and …
3 Steps to Starting any Training Program
Each year we start out with a goal for success. Perhaps yours is to start a new exercise regimen, enter a running event or race a triathlon. Goals are great, but the part that gets us frustrated is the execution. When it comes to athletic events, I’ve been doing this stuff for years and even with my background, I still continue to learn. So, I know how you feel, frustrated, unsure and sometimes defeated. It’s almost like…”If I only had a plan.” Like a cook book, we all love the ones that have …
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BP MS150 Training Plans
Every year riders from all over Texas, USA and abroad block out their calendars for the annual BP MS150 bike ride from Houston to Austin. If you’re not familiar with the event, it’s a 140-170 mile bike ride that raises money for the local chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society. This year’s event is Sat, Apr 27, 2019 – Sun, Apr 28, 2019The hardest thing about the event is not the physical aspect, but having the mental confidence that they can first, complete the event …
Back to the Basics
No matter which sport (Football, Baseball, Soccer, Running, Triathlon, Swimming) or business you are a part of, your success depends heavily on getting back to the basics.Living in an instant society, we want everything to come now. How many people pay to have Amazon Prime with free or expedited shipping? We also want to lose weight fast or we want to obtain running a 7 minute mile in a week. How about this one, which I’ve heard several times, "I haven’t been …
Do the Ordinary, Extraordinary
OK, I must confess I'm a sports fanatic. Those that know me know I am a diehard Texas A&M Aggie fan. Last year, the Athletic Director hired Jimbo Fisher to be the next head coach. The one thing that stood out to me is his pursuit of perfection. He's said many times, "do something until you get it right and then do it until you can't do it wrong". He’s also said "do the ordinary, extraordinary."So now you might ask what does that have to do with fitness, running or …
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