Maybe we used to be able to do 100 pull-ups in a set Or we used to run Used to pound beers But then we fell off… Maybe not slack, but just did other things What happens when we go back to our “used to” thing though We usually push it too hard or do … Continue reading 986. What we used to do
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985. It’s all we have
There is nothing else I can do but perform We put all our time into our training, job, or our life's work... gave it everything we got And then we live for the moment this moment. Because it is all we have. When we train, we train. just like when we do the dishes, walk … Continue reading 985. It’s all we have
984. Not my problems
How many times did we come across something Something in the store fell on the floor A leaky pipe Trash or a shopping cart not put away What do we do? Leave it? Ignore it? Look the other way? Fix it? Figure it out? Take responsibility? And a million other options Some people go left, … Continue reading 984. Not my problems
983. 10’s & 1’s | Pruis and Ferrari
A 10 doesn’t hang with a 1 Why would they? Maybe to help them out, for the most part though, the 10 is going to do things that it takes to be a 10 That’s working on themselves, to be the best person they can be Their finances, wealth, health, personal life, whatever Being selfish … Continue reading 983. 10’s & 1’s | Pruis and Ferrari
982. What do I think of myself ?
That’s really all that matters Not what they think or said or did What do I think of myself? It could be right in line with what others think It could be the complete opposite. It doesn’t matter, because all that matters is what do I think of myself? Can I go to bed at … Continue reading 982. What do I think of myself ?
981. letting things go
We get caught up on external things Like work, what they said, how they acted But we can’t control any of that So what’s the point in getting worked up? Maybe the ego likes it. Like bitching about it will somehow solve it But what usually happens? It goes on and on and on We … Continue reading 981. letting things go
980. it can be broken
What’s the norm? Is it going to school, getting good grades, landing a stellar job, big house, white fence, dog, kids, happily married? Is it eating chicken, pork, drinking cow milk, deep fried foods? Just because it’s normal doesn’t mean it’s good, right, wrong, bad, indifferent What’s more important is what do we think? What … Continue reading 980. it can be broken
979. Simplicity
Keeping it simple That’s the hard part We over complicate, procrastinate, react For what? We think it’s for our benefit strategizing, debating, whatever But it handicaps us, holds us back Keeping things as simple as possible
978. Take a walk.
Get worked up? Take a walk Angry? Take a walk Spending time with friends? Take a walk Need to clear your mind? Take a walk Peace and quiet? Take a walk Need a cigarette? Take a walk It clears our mind, increases our blood flow, and makes us feel alive. There’s really no downside to … Continue reading 978. Take a walk.
977. 9 tips on how to finish the Eastern States 100 Ultra + a race report
Here are 9 things to consider if you are about to attempt the Eastern States 100 Ultra-marathon: The first 40 miles are the hardest Your legs are going to be worked. Don’t let this fool you into thinking you're toast. Because your hiking muscles are sore, your shuffle muscles just got a rest for 40 … Continue reading 977. 9 tips on how to finish the Eastern States 100 Ultra + a race report
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