by Cary | Aug 28, 2017 | Training
I never gave much thought to muscle atrophy until I had ankle surgery several years ago. When my cast came off after just a week, I was shocked: Where the hell did my calf muscle go? And what was that floppy skin doing in its place? The scary reality of muscle...
by Cary | Aug 6, 2017 | Cary's Rants, Training
What a week: On Tuesday I ripped my quad tendon off my patella, tore my VMO muscle and fractured the surface of my femur. All from a little slip when I wasn’t paying attention. Ask me if I feel old and fragile. On Wednesday I had an MRI to confirm all this. On...
by Cary | Jul 29, 2017 | Cary's Rants, Training
I have always believed we humans can learn a lot from our canine companions. Useful things like: Live life to the fullest, love unconditionally and rest when you are tired. Today we add: Don’t bite your friends. Puck has two dogs he absolutely loves: Bandit &...
by Cary | Jul 23, 2017 | Training
I have had this book for several years but I have finally reached the point where I am actually ready to use it. Said another way, I’m desparate. If you want to follow along, Ready to Run by Kelly Starrett is a great resource for any runner. Dr. Starrett knows his...
by Cary | Jul 21, 2017 | Training
Juice cleanse day 5 today. Day 5 of 5. Almost there! I feel great; this was definitely the reset I was looking for. My energy has been good and my body and mind feel so much better. Mission accomplished. I know that I feel best when I eat just enough to support my...
by Cary | Jul 18, 2017 | Training, Travels
I’m glad to be back in Crested Butte after a whirlwind weekend in Denver. It was a great weekend mostly because I got to hang out with my mom, sister and nephew. Not enough but I’ll take what I can get. Not enough sleep either. Plenty of wine though! Ouch. Two nights...
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