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So what goes on in your head? A race’s worth of internal dialogue…

So what goes on in your head? A race’s worth of internal dialogue…

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I often get asked about what goes on in my mind, especially in long(er) races. It’s a rollercoaster of emotions usually for me really but here is a sample of some thoughts from a recent race: Wow, that’s… Read More

Race report: @GOi2p 23k Trail Run

Race report: @GOi2p 23k Trail Run

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I got asked/dared by two people to do one of the i2p trail runs and then both backed out for different reasons. Regardless, I’m very glad I went since it’s always a beauty day to get out there, especially on the… Read More

Safety first kids!

Safety first kids!

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I had to write something about safety since I was part of two major incidents over the past months, both involving cyclists. The latest was a collision between an older lady who was walking and a cyclist who… Read More

Do you yoga? Like ChiRunning on a mat…

Do you yoga? Like ChiRunning on a mat…

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Yoga has been a constant in my life, along with running, for a few years now. I find it’s the best complement to all my other physical activities and such a good grounding exercise. I remember when I… Read More

Race report: Ultranza Chanteclerc Offroad Triathlon

Race report: Ultranza Chanteclerc Offroad Triathlon

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So this was a humbling experience… I had written a different blog post in my head when I was out there on the swim. But reality set in not long after that… A beautiful setting in the Laurentians… Read More

My new favourite tool: My @mybasis Fitness Tracker!

My new favourite tool: My @mybasis Fitness Tracker!

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So it’s been almost two months since I picked up the Basis band and I haven’t been disappointed. The watch does almost everything I want it to and then some. And it gives me the time! How cool… Read More

Dealing with injuries while being active…

Dealing with injuries while being active…

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Let’s just say I had an amazing weekend but it was rough on the body. And I’m not even talking about libations! I was simply being active and hurt myself in a few spots: a cut toe from… Read More

Findings and ramblings from the running world…

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See above for another reminder to carry water, not tension, when you’re out for long summer runs. It’s an OBG (oldie but goodie). I still see people carrying water bottles in their hands and it hurts me every… Read More

Lessons from the 2014 Canadian Open, yeah that’s golf!

Lessons from the 2014 Canadian Open, yeah that’s golf!

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So I had a very golf centric weekend, playing at least 18 holes each day and spectating at the 2014 Canadian Open on Saturday after a round nearby. It’s funny that some people don’t consider golf a sport but… Read More

UltraMental ebook: Showcasing a new way to train for endurance events on a few hours per week

UltraMental ebook: Showcasing a new way to train for endurance events on a few hours per week

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Now weekend warriors have no more excuses if they want attempt crazy events with this new unconventional training guide I collaborated on. Together with Andy Magness, a top North American endurance event junkie, we bring a ground-breaking guide to… Read More

Getting serious with these health claims…

Getting serious with these health claims…

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All Natural! Organic! Fat free! Made with whole grains! Have you seen these claims on your food lately? Who hasn’t! My buddies and I always joked a few years back when we saw a fat-free label on pretzels…. Read More

Findings from the world of fitness and wellness…

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I had an amazing Yin Yoga class last night (first time in a long while I took a class) with the amazing G-Man from Yogatown so I had to share my video love letter to Yin. Enjoy if… Read More

Goals for the week: Baby steps!

Goals for the week: Baby steps!

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So now that I’m slowly getting back to reality, I thought it was good to get back in a routine that sets me up for success. It also marked the time to look back at my goals for… Read More

Recap: My @SchoolBOXhelps experience, part 3

Recap: My @SchoolBOXhelps experience, part 3

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Okay, indulge me this one last time and then I’ll try to keep my SchoolBOX trip to myself for a few days. It’s just been that cool of an adventure for me. I wanted to give you a… Read More

Recap: My @SchoolBOXhelps experience, part 2

Recap: My @SchoolBOXhelps experience, part 2

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My recent SchoolBOX trip was more than a physical experience but also a spiritual one. Some pretty cool feelings came over me over the 10 days:  Amazement, pride, joy, disgust, inspiration and mostly gratitude. One of the biggest… Read More

Recap: My @SchoolBOXhelps experience, part 1

Recap: My @SchoolBOXhelps experience, part 1

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Yes, I didn’t do much running while I was in Nicaragua for my recent SchoolBOX adventure. Something to do with with the 40+ degree weather, the lack of time and the fact that I was pretty beat every… Read More

Onto my new adventure: My @SchoolBOXhelps school build

Onto my new adventure: My @SchoolBOXhelps school build

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As some of you may know, I’ve been involved with SchoolBOX for a few years now. I’m even on their Board of Advisors now. I’m a big deal, I know! I even got suckered by new business partner Kimothy Walker to… Read More

My new marvel: My @myBasis Carbon Steel Edition

My new marvel: My @myBasis Carbon Steel Edition

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This thing is awesome! And I’m not getting paid to say this. I actually had to pay for this tool but I don’t regret the time and money I spent acquiring it. It all got started when I… Read More

Why is sweating so taboo?

Why is sweating so taboo?

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I was checking myself out in an airport bathroom on my most recent trip to Windsor (teaching something called ChiRunning here this weekend), and saw two big circles under my armpits. I’m not vain but it’s not the… Read More

Getting jiggly with it, aka my take on weight loss…

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I think most of us have ups and downs when it comes to our weight. It’s cyclical and from what I read, it’s human nature. I’m on an upswing these days. I can say it’s because I’m busy… Read More

Book review: Grain Brain by David Perlmutter, M.D.

Book review: Grain Brain by David Perlmutter, M.D.

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I listened to another great book during a recent work trip. This book, Grain Brain by David Perlmutter, M.D, has been a pretty popular one so I wanted to check it out for myself. Dr. Perlmutter is a neurologist… Read More

Recap: SchoolBOX Fun Run for Tracy’s Hope Legacy School

Recap: SchoolBOX Fun Run for Tracy’s Hope Legacy School

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I partook (is that even a word?) in a very cool event yesterday, the SchoolBOX Fun Run for Tracy’s Hope Legacy School. As you might be aware, I’ve been involved with SchoolBOX for a few years now and I… Read More

How will you celebrate National Running Day?

How will you celebrate National Running Day?

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It’s today! I’m usually not behind many man-made holidays but for some reason, I can get behind  National Running Day . I will head out for a nice run through trails near my place later this afternoon after meetings and some… Read More

Findings from the fitness and running worlds…

Findings from the fitness and running worlds…

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Want to retire properly? Get your workouts in now! It’s almost like traditional investing where you put money in the bank every time you get sweaty. Pretty weird to read about fitness in the business section but that’s… Read More

Less is more when it comes to power in golf & running

Less is more when it comes to power in golf & running

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What a beauty of a weekend and I got out for some golf, among a few other activities. I hope you got to get some vitamin D as well! Teeing off with some weekend warriors made me look… Read More