2015

Consistently updating this blog is just one of many goals I have planned for 2015. The majority of my post will be fitness related as I try to get back to a high level of fitness both in cycling and running. I'm simply fat and out of shape right now. I tip the scale at a solid 193lbs. and honestly it is very embarrassing. I'm going to keep my fitness goals fairly simple for now until I prove to myself over the next couple of months that I can progress and progress quickly. 1. Lose weight....by end of Feb. I should be at 170lbs. 2. Consistent workouts....take only 1 day off each week 3. Diet...six packs are made in the kitchen I've been told. I have bigger goals come spring and summertime but for now just the 3 goals above matter.

Altra Olympus Shoes

Just got these shoes and loving them! My wide feet finally have a toe box that is comfortable and spacious. The extra padding absorbed all the sharp rocks during today's trail run. Looking forward to more miles and more trails!

T-minus 4.5 months

Lots of changes the last few months that included me landing a great new job opportunity and signing up for the Leadville 100 Trail race in August. Not the smartest move given that my job is very demanding in terms of hours worked and being on my feet A LOT but it is what it is and I'm going to get ready for this challenge. I've decided to get back at it with my daily blogging that will mostly revolve around my training leading up to the Leadville 100. I'm way behind in my training preparation so the next 4.5 months is going to be nuts! Really this race comes down to the basics of any other endurance type of sport in terms of training. 1. train your ass off....run! 2. train your ass of even more....keep running and do some cross training (cycling) 3. Rest, rest, rest...don't get injured 4. Lose weight....eat right 5. Have fun! What have I done so far? I've done about a dozen runs with the longest being 9 miles. I weight 187lbs and I'm not happy about that. April and May are critical months for me in terms of training. I'm signed up for the North Fork 50 end of June so that will give me a good indication as to where I'm at and hopefully I'll have a great race. I'd like to knock off a couple of hours from last year's time but we'll see as June rolls around. I'm excited as ever to train for the Leadville 100 and looking forward to sharing my training experience with such a short amount of time before this race. Time to train.

The Struggle

My weight has always been an issue and something I've never been able to really control. Anyone who really knows me knows I love food. I can eat and I love to eat. My weight has ballooned over the years and just recently I was able to get it back down to a reasonable weight because of my ultramarathon training. Even training for an ultramarathon my weight never got as low as I wanted it to and I still ended up racing with that little extra layer of body fat. Well I'm thinking it's time to dedicate the rest of 2013 and my entire life going forward to being in the best possible shape regardless of what events I may enter. I will be signing up for the Leadville 100 Ultramarathon race in August of 2014 as my main event for next year. The plan is to take the next 3 months and drop as much weight as possible even around the holidays. Like most people I have always gained weight this time of year but this year has to be different. I plan to lose weight and document on almost a daily basis my progress through blog posts, video vlogs and clips of my workouts. Accountability and exposure will hopefully drive me to get in shape faster but you never know. In 3 months time I hope to see a much leaner and healthier me. There I said it, f%$# now it's time to do some work. Game on.

People are funny!

Quick and Easy Version of Ramen Noodles

Ramen Noodles from Siapao Photography on Vimeo.
Quick and easy homemade ramen noodles.

Chipotle's Clever Marketing

Behind the Burrito: 5 Things Chipotle's Ads Don't Tell You http://www.motherjones.com/politics/2013/09/chipotle-commercial-sustainable-food-truth

Lasting Vow...A Journey Of Infinite Love and Happiness

This Sunday a good family friend is about to embark on a really cool project he thought of years ago.  It involves riding bikes which I kind of like doing and capturing experiences of love along the way. Check out his intro below and follow along at www.lastingvow.com

Leadville Ultra 2014

New training shoes. A small yet very important start to reach my goal of racing the Leadville ultramarathon next year. I know the race just happened this year and I can't even register until January 1st BUT I can start training! After a lot of research and success with my Brooks trail running shoes I've decided to stay in the Brooks family and train in the Brooks Glycerin 11s. Game on!