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
As you read this, I’ll be deep in the heart of Iowa — tired legs, sun-soaked days, and a big grin that comes from doing something that fills your soul. Every town we ride through brings a story. Every rider we pass brings a smile. And every mile teaches me something new about effort, patience, … Read more
Right now, I’m rolling out one of the year’s most iconic, challenging, and rewarding events — RAGBRAI. It will be warm, the days will be long, and the road will be filled with people who share the same wild love for the open ride. This year, I made a change: I’m not riding single-speed. I’ve swapped … Read more
I was reviewing the analytics on my recent posts and noticed something powerful: the stories that resonate most are the ones where I push myself to see what I’m truly capable of. If you run, swim, or bike, you’ve probably said it too—”I’m never doing that again.” And yet, once the soreness fades, we start looking for … Read more
This week, I watched my daughter graduate. A proud and emotional milestone that reminded me just how fast time flies and how important it is to be present for life’s big (and small) moments. Now, as we head into a stretch filled with both business travel and vacation time, I’m feeling grateful for the full calendar ahead. Meetings … Read more
The other day, I mentioned my morning playlist and one song that keeps playing on repeat is “Daydream” by Lily Meola. If you haven’t heard it yet, give it a listen. It’s not just a song it’s a challenge. A challenge to dream big, set goals that scare you, and go after them anyway. Let me … Read more
This morning, I swam 3,125 yards. That’s 125 laps. One wall. Turn. Push off. Again. And again. And again. At some point during lap 87 (or maybe 64 I lost count), it hit me: This is what progress really looks like. Not loud. Not glamorous. Just quiet effort stacked on quiet effort. 📸 Yes, there will be a … Read more
Welcome to another edition of Fantastic Friday, where we reflect on the week, seek out the growth in our struggles, and get ready to level up. Let me take you back to two years ago. A great co-worker roped me into RAGBRAI, a legendary bike ride across Iowa with over 30,000 riders. It is a rolling festival … Read more
This past weekend, I crossed a long bridge on my bike wind in my face, legs burning, but one thought in my mind: Keep your promise. That ride reminded me of something powerful: Discipline is less about willpower and more about accountability. We all have days when motivation disappears. But if you set the right systems, accountability keeps … Read more