Endurance Training

The Finish Line Isn’t the Finish Crossing the finish line of my first sprint triathlon this past weekend felt incredible, but not because the race was over. It was incredible because it marked the beginning of a new journey. For years I’ve identified as an endurance athlete. I’ve tackled Spartans, Tough Mudders, other obstacle course races, and endurance events that pushed me mentally and physically. Those experiences taught me resilience, discipline, and how to keep moving f

The Only Person Who Has to Know “Journey before destination.” — Brandon Sanderson Eight hours. One course. Countless laps. When I signed up for the Dream 8-Hour race, I already knew I wasn’t showing up in the same shape I had been in during my Spartan racing days. I haven’t spent this year chasing obstacles or putting in the kind of running volume I know it takes to truly compete at my best. You can’t fake endurance. You earn it one mile at a time. Despite that, I walked away

In today’s world, comfort is everywhere. Food can be delivered to your door, entertainment is available instantly, and many of our daily challenges have been replaced by convenience. While there’s nothing wrong with enjoying modern comforts, growth rarely happens when we stay comfortable all the time. If you want to become stronger, healthier, more resilient, and more confident, you have to intentionally put yourself in situations that challenge you. You have to get comfortab