When I was younger, I thought “behind bars” meant being trapped. Now, it’s where I feel the most free. The bars I’m talking about? Handlebars. There’s something about throwing a leg over one of my bikes—whether it’s my fixie, single speed, or even my e-bike—that resets my mind. Some days, it’s gravel roads stretching 20 … Read more
When I was younger, I thought “behind bars” meant being trapped. Now, it’s where I feel the most free. The bars I’m talking about? Handlebars. There’s something about throwing a leg over one of my bikes—whether it’s my fixie, single speed, or even my e-bike—that resets my mind. Some days, it’s gravel roads stretching 20 … Read more
Working from home sounds like the dream: no commute, your own space, maybe even sweatpants all day. But here’s the reality… it comes with its own challenges. For me, the hardest one is blurred boundaries. It’s too easy to roll out of bed, open the laptop, and never really “clock out.” Before you know it, you’ve … Read more
This week, I’ve been thinking about the early stages of big goals. The kind that seem overwhelming at first glance — the ones that take months (or even years) of steady effort to reach. For me, that goal is a full Ironman in September 2026 — 140.6 miles of swimming, biking, and running. I have … Read more
Do you ever read a book, set it on a shelf, and never open it again? I’ve done that many times but not with Atomic Habits. I keep coming back to this book. In fact, I’ve loaned it out so often that most people I gave it to ended up buying their own copy shortly after. … Read more
Over the past two Fridays, I’ve shared glimpses of my RAGBRAI adventure — and now that I’m back, let me say: what a trip it was. 448 miles. 10,099 feet of climbing. One unforgettable week. New to me this year was what Iowa delivers: the Four Horsemen — Hills, Humidity, Headwinds, and Heat. I’m far from a roadie (give … Read more