As a kid, my family's Spring Break vacations included driving to Amarillo and seeing our cattle in the feedlot. We would end up with close to 12,000 head of cattle there throughout the course of the year, so it was more than just a drive in the pasture to check on the herd. The trip … Continue reading Woman Downs Three 72oz Texas Steaks in an Hour
Falling Over Hurdles and Running My First 13.1
In seventh grade, I ran a 6:30 mile on a chilly, early Spring morning around the block in practice. Later that year, I swore to never run in public again as I tripped over (more than one) hurdle at the High School District Track Meet at Greene County Tech. In the summer of 2010, I … Continue reading Falling Over Hurdles and Running My First 13.1
The Pony Trot 10k | Travel Montana
At first glance, I thought this had to be a joke. A listing on the Montana Running calendars was titled the "Pony Trot". Oh, that's a cute name. But, It was only $20 and I had yet to explore much south of I-90 and Three Forks, so I thought, why not?! I haven't been able … Continue reading The Pony Trot 10k | Travel Montana
Montana Running Ranchers Head to Napa Valley for Ragnar Relay
About the farthest I've ever managed to run in a day is a 10k (6 miles) race earlier this year, and other than that I've been pretty content with 5 miles or less. You can usually catch me in the gym or on the county roads running a 5k fairly regular. For me, running has … Continue reading Montana Running Ranchers Head to Napa Valley for Ragnar Relay
Running Confused | Where Do I Find Credible Information?
Running should be easy. Right? You buy a pair of running shoes, lace them up and take off down the road. But wait.... What shoes are the right fit? Will they injure my feet if they're not just the right fit? Should I stretch before I run? What's the best way to build up my … Continue reading Running Confused | Where Do I Find Credible Information?
Blackberry App Review: Endomondo (Free version)
Let's face it, I'm no Mobile Farmer when it comes to Smartphones. I just graduated from my so-called "dumbphone" last November and even though my Blackberry has smartphone capabilities, it's far from meeting that potential in the hands of this guy. Earlier this year I announced my plans to participate in a Tough Mudder competition to … Continue reading Blackberry App Review: Endomondo (Free version)
Tough Mudder: Week 2
Respect your efforts, respect yourself. Self-respect leads to self-discipline. When you have both firmly under your belt, that's real power. -- Clint EastwoodI'm serious about this stuff folks. I'm gonna make it to the Tough Mudder come October! I made it through the first week alive. If the increased exercise didn't kill me, I was … Continue reading Tough Mudder: Week 2
Can Team Beef Be A Tough Mudder?
Oh yeah. I'm kind of excited about this one. How about branching out into one of the toughest, most fun competitions I've seen in quite a while? I'm talking about the Tough Mudder! A series of obstacles - obviously including lots of mud - that take competitors through the trenches, under the "Devil's Beard", in … Continue reading Can Team Beef Be A Tough Mudder?
Fitness Journal
Alright folks, ya gotta keep me honest! I haven't yet found a good workout partner here in Knoxville or Nashville, so I'm gonna count on this fitness journal to keep me honest. I have my eyes set on this Tough Mudder event on October 13, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. It's gonna take some effort to … Continue reading Fitness Journal