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I'm not much of a fan of self promotion, but I also couldn't help myself after True-Motion was kind enough to put together this collage from the race in Arizona. True-Motion makes great clothing that I've been lucky enough to show off at a couple of races this year. The polo in the photo is … Continue reading Step It Up

Thank you to Brent Curry, Clarke Rodgers @ SportZFoto.com, Kerry Yndestad @ Yndecam.com, and Joel Filliol for the photos.

In the winter months, eating locally can be a challenge. The following is a soup based on things that ought to still be available without resorting to overnight transport flights from warmer climates.Orange Soup (aka Beta-Carotene Blast):1 large butternut squash, peeled and cut into large chunks1 bunch carrots (approx seven medium carrots)5 small sweet potatoes[basically, … Continue reading Orange Soup

Ironman Arizona Redux2008.11.23 - Tempe, AZ"He that keepeth his mouth, keepeth his life. He that opens his lips too wide shall bring on his own destruction." - Proverbs 13:3 "It's man's nature to take what he wants. That's how were born." - Ben WadeThe first shot rang out at 6:50 am. And from there, the … Continue reading 4:26 To Tempe

Thank you to everyone for all the kind words I've received; a race report is coming. Until then, many thanks to Brent Curry for reminding me that ultimately you are only racing against yourself…

Knowing is not enough, we must apply. Willing is not enough, we must do. - Bruce Lee

We tend to celebrate risk only after it has led to great things, which means we rarely celebrate the risk-takers who haven't yet been rewarded for their efforts. The paradox here is that we are often unwilling to embrace ambition and originality until it is safe to do so - in short, we're unwilling to … Continue reading Down The Rabbit Hole?

From ESPN.com's "Hungry For A Better Life." TAMALE, Ghana -- On the most important day of his life, Shadrak Kwabena wakes up hungry. He is 9 years old, his pencil legs covered in knee-high, hand-me-down yellow socks. This is the moment his mother imagined when she took him to the coach three years ago with … Continue reading The Audacity Of Hope