I can hear the groans now - Another running post?!? I promise, it's not that bad once you get started. The event that really kicked off and inspired my increased running was the Ragnar Relay Napa Valley back in the Fall of 2014. Ever since then, I've really learned to take joy in lacing up and … Continue reading Ragnar Hawaii | Montana Running Ranchers
Spring on the Trails – Final #TeamBeef Marathon Training
As I began sharing in my previous post, it has been an active and fun Spring competing in races. Now, I'm in the final month of training prior to my first marathon (June 11). The weight of covering 26.2 miles in under four hours is beginning to weigh on me. But I've been aiming for … Continue reading Spring on the Trails – Final #TeamBeef Marathon Training
Spring on the Trails – #TeamBeef Warm Up Races
It's been a busy Spring putting in the miles, both on the trails and pavement. I'm right at a month from my first marathon and so far so good. The events surround a race day (of any distance) and camaraderie at the start/finish line are a great opportunity to meet new folks and often start … Continue reading Spring on the Trails – #TeamBeef Warm Up Races
Join me in the 30 Day Protein Challenge
No one eats a perfect diet. No food is perfect. However, food is fuel and we could all pay a little closer attention to what (and how much) we eat. This is especially true as I train and prepare for a busy 2016 race schedule that concludes as part of Team Beef at the Marine … Continue reading Join me in the 30 Day Protein Challenge
Creating Your Own Luck – #AgLead
Do you ever see a successful, dedicated person and wish to yourself, “Man, if I could just be as lucky as them!”? I know I have been in that position, which can easily lead to feeling depressed about my own situation – whether it be life, friendships or careers. Great luck and success is obtainable, … Continue reading Creating Your Own Luck – #AgLead
Taking care of your heart
Let's talk about heart health and the role of a healthy diet and an active lifestyle. I'm an active guy, eat healthy, but I've been doing my darndest to lower the average patient age at the cardiologist's offices this month! I'm no doctor, but I have a baseline understanding of physiology applied from my … Continue reading Taking care of your heart
Snow Joke Half Marathon – Seeley Lake, Montana
If you'll recall, a few weeks ago, I outlined an aggressive plan for my 2016 running calendar, culminating in my first (now) three marathons. This past weekend, I checked off the second race and first half marathon of the year with the Snow Joke Half Marathon in Seeley Lake, Montana. This was a great motivation … Continue reading Snow Joke Half Marathon – Seeley Lake, Montana
Favorite Trail and Running Podcasts
If you've been following my Twitter or Instagram feeds lately, you'll likely find I've been putting in a few miles in training for this year's marathon plans. This time on the trail and road ends up getting me through several podcasts and audiobooks each week. A few weeks ago, I shared my favorite agriculture podcasts, but … Continue reading Favorite Trail and Running Podcasts
Running with Team Beef – 2015 accomplishments, 2016 goals
Set your sights on something worth doing. And get after it! This is my running story. During the Fall of 2014, I ran three legs of a 200-mile relay with the Montana Running Ranchers team. Running through the night in Napa Valley left an impression on me and lit a spark. The next month I … Continue reading Running with Team Beef – 2015 accomplishments, 2016 goals
3 Lessons Learned From My First 3 Half Marathons
Late last year, I set a goal to run a Half Marathon. After completing a few 5k and 10k races, I was hungry for more. So, this Spring, I accomplished that goal by running the Yellowstone Half Marathon. I wasn't competitive for any medals, but I did accomplish my goal of finishing. Following that race, … Continue reading 3 Lessons Learned From My First 3 Half Marathons