The Crystal Springs 50K

On January 7th, I did the Crystal Springs 50K Trail Run in Woodside, CA. I signed up for this race because I wanted to complete a long run in preparation for Surf City Marathon next month. I consider this type of event a "fully catered training day" where all my basic needs are taken care of so my mind can simply focus on just running. It was a beautiful day on the course which offered lots of single track zig zagging through bay area coastal redwood trees. They say we can learn more from the real thing than from a substitute so perhaps racing your way into shape is the best training out there.

Stop watching, start doing

Spectating isn’t inherently bad, but I believe we do too much of it. Instead of watching, do something. Or better yet, follow your passion and create something great. Be a part of something you believe in. Many of the things we desire are expensive but the truth is, the things that really satisfy us are totally free – love, laughter and working on our passions. At what time in your recent past have you felt most passionate and alive?

Pictured bellow I'm putting a training riding one of my favorite routes called Dry Creek.