Happy Pills

Many believe that running is performed to be physically healthy; which is true. I personally find running to stimulate my brain with endorphins. Over the past month I have experienced this to be so true. I was running 35-40 miles per week and loving it. Felt wonderful. Then due to a hip injury I stopped running and could not run for over 3 weeks. I quickly felt the emotions swing from positive and happy to negative and sad more frequently. My eating habits went from being good to not so good. I without question understand the importance of running in my life. Running is a drug I cannot live without. Plus, who would turn down free drugs that improve every area of your life :)

120 miles

1 month in and I have ran 120 miles. That is 18 hrs and 46 minutes of running at 6.5 mph. I am starting to feel like a hamster. Thank God for music and t.v.

The Legend

Aug.6th I will be traveling just north of Lansing,MI to engage in "The Legend" 13.1 mile trail run. The trail runs around several lakes and woods with great scenic views. This will be my first trail run of 2011 with many more to come!

New Trail Running Shoes

Good shoes are vital for enjoying running and preventing injuries. I would offer up that the path we decide to take is more important. I understand that no matter how prepared you are in life ,or running, you cannot avoid challenges and pain along the way. When the finish line approaches will I be proud of the direction I took? Years of running in the dark have been frustrating and unsafe with no end in sight. I feel the sunrise has arrived and God is allowing me to see clearly the path He has laid before me.

North Face Endurance Challenge

Yes, After much thought, I have decided to begin training for The North Face Endurance Challenge NEXT Sept.2012. This will alow me time to build up my physical and mental endurance needed; as the event is 31 miles through the nature. The event takes place in Madison Wisconsion.

Snap Fitness

After finding out that my treadmill cannot be repaired, due to discontinued parts, I decided to become a member at Snap Fitness. Any member may workout anytime 24/7. Also, the monthly fee is half the cost than MVP. I can use the treadmill for as long as I need (no time limit). This is a good start to become once again engrossed in running as it is very important in my overall health.

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2 1/2 years

2 1/2 years have past with many changes. In the summer of 2008 I transferred job positions within Multi-Packaging Solutions. I also started Assurance Auto Care. I was weighing in at 185 lbs at the time. I quickly found myself engrossed in working at The Printery and building Assurance Auto Care. Over the last 2 1/2 years I have gained back all the weight I lost before my running days began. I am also living alone as my wife has moved out due to a serious addiction that has controlled me for far to long. As I write I can say that the last 2 1/2 years have been a living hell. My Faith, Family, and Health have suffered greatly. But, Anyone that knows me well understands that I am a stubborn individual and I will not just lay down and die. I am ready for the challenges that I will encounter ahead of me. 1)I will overcome my battle with my addiction which has robbed and stolen from me and others. 2) My relationship with Laura will improve and become stronger, even if the divorce goes through. I will not give up on her. 3) I will get back to 185lbs as running will be again a key role in my recovery and well being.