“Everyone faces challenges in life, but some people run and hide from their challenges and others who embrace their challenges. If you know how to think about life in a way that energizes and empowers yourself, you can meet life head-on, instead of lettering life run over you like a locomotive running over a penny […]
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“Death smiles at us all – all we can do it smile back.” Fear of the unknown drives some, while it can hold others back. The ultimate sacrifice typically is something not thought about when pursuing an adventure, but it has been given a front seat to those who challenge the limits of the
“Just don’t think about it…” When we are looking toward a challenge in our lives, are we analyzing it to the point that we are questioning whether we want, or can, get the job done? I get a lot of emails, texts and messages about advice when approaching a certain athletic challenge, and I
Good thing there isn’t a shortage of great challenges in the world! The question then becomes do we want to follow in the footsteps of those gone before, or blaze a new trail on our own? While accomplishing anything on this list would be the top of the bucket list for many, some of
Reminded today of an excellent quote that Mother Teresa had scrawled on her wall for the children in Calcutta to read – an amazing view on how to live a positive life. Something I keep close to my heart, and read daily in order to remember how to deal with life’s journey! People are often
HAPPY NEW YEAR! I hope you, and those closest to you, had an amazing Christmas season! As I reflect on 2012, it will go down as one of the greatest years of my life. Was blessed to visit four continents with family and friends; Traveled throughout the United States; Did four marathon swims; One ultra-marathon
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Last week was quite busy, as I had the blessing of being able to speak with three separate groups! Although each speech was tailored to the individual crowd, they centered around ‘Goal Setting’ and having the mindset to know that anything is possible! We focused on the following sport psychology terms: OUTCOME GOALS (i.e. Oceans Seven) PERFORMANCE GOALS (improving
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With the fall behind us, and the winter season beginning here in western Pennsylvania, open water swimming will be out of commission for a few months! While I enjoy taking the plunge into the frigid waters around Pittsburgh throughout the winter months, I will have to travel south or the west coast to find water
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As the 2013 training season becomes more of a reality, I know this year will be the most difficult by far. For those of you who are unfamiliar with the perils of the North Channel, know this is simply regarded as the most difficult of the Oceans Seven challenge – specifically because the water between Ireland and Scotland is incredible
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I’m very glad that I was able to speak with Andy Magness, Race Director for the END (Extreme North Dakota) WET Red River Swim, back in February of this year because it was an absolutely incredible experience to participate in the 26.7-mile swim over the July 21 weekend from Grand Forks, ND to Oslo, MN!
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