Strong Journey

Train to be uncomfortable I was talking to someone the other day who said that she asked an Ironman athlete how they get through the grueling process of a race, and the answer was, "I train to be uncomfortable."  As I think about this response I can't help but apply it to all aspects of life.   How often does life hit us in the face and we feel completely unprepared?  From big to small, there are times that life gets uncomfortable.  I'm sure that the person who made this statement would go on to say that the finish line is worth the misery and that the training allowed the process to be successful.   Going to a place of discomfort is not a bad thing, in fact, it is helpful.  We live in a society that wants to be comfortable and happy at all times and at all costs, but how does this help?   Physical training is a great opportunity to be uncomfortable.  In those moments you think it is hard or painful, think of the momentary discomfort that will bring

"Fear is only as deep as the mind allows" Japanese Proverb Live brave this week and be strong! Monday: 10 minute warm up 5 rounds: 6 hanging knees to elbow - Hanging from the pull up bar engage your lats while pulling your knees up to your elbows.  Focus on lats and core 12 hollow holds  8 Ring Rows 20 sit-ups 30 minute bike, row, or eliptical  Cool down/Stretch Tuesday: 10 minute warm up        4 rounds: 25 squats 25 walking lunges 1 mile run           cool down/stretch Wednesday: 45 - 60 minutes of yoga. Thursday: 10 minute warm up 3-4 mile run.  Every 5 minutes run fast for 30 sec.           Cool down/stretch Friday: 10 minute warm up 5 rounds:  20 (each side) fire hydrants - While on all 4's keep your core tight and back straight bend your leg and then lift up.   3 minute row, bike or elliptical 

Being amazing doesn't just happen, you have to put forth the effort and... always wear your helmet!  These 4 motorcycle enthusiasts completed lap after lap on motorcycles and quads today all the while believing they were the best.  Practicing a new skill can bring defeat, but it's the continued effort that brings about success.   As you set out to complete each workout this week focus on practicing that which comes hard.  Don't allow the things you can't do stop you from trying.  Make adjustments to allow for baby steps of accomplishment and look for improvement.  I'm confident you are better and stronger today than you were a year ago and that there are moves and skills that you might not be able to do now but will in the near future! Look towards greatness! Monday: 10 minute warm up 10 rounds: 1 minute fast bike, eliptical or row 6 Up dog/ Down dog 10 hollow holds  1 minute fast bike, eliptical or row 6 Ring Rows

I took this picture the other morning as the sun was rising.  I tried multiply times to capture the true vibrant colors that were being displayed but this was as good as it would get.  The pink was more of a floresent color mixed with orange.  It was one of those scenes that I wished would last just a little bit longer!   I think God intended these beautiful moments to remind us of His amazing promises and all the potential held within each new day.  This was the beginning to a time that has never been before and will never be again.  A day of beauty no matter what might happen.  The choice was mine to make.  Would I see the circumstances that might arise as blessings or curses?  Would the good be the only thing worth holding on to, or would I choose to see the blessing in the bad as well?   There will be 7 new days coming our way this week and my question to you and me is how are we going to look at each one.  It is my prayer that we see God's mighty hand in every minute