When I tipped the scale at 245 pounds, I knew I needed to make a change. I’d always been on the bigger side, but for the first time, I started thinking seriously about getting healthy. At that point, I didn’t know what “healthy” even looked like for me. I didn’t have specific goals in mind—I just knew I wanted to feel better and be better. Like many, I initially considered
As I’ve gotten older, I’ve become healthier and fitter. At 51, I’m the fittest I’ve ever been – 95 pounds lighter than I was 20 years ago – now down to 155 pounds with 12% body fat. But it’s not just about looks; it’s about how I feel, physically and mentally. Over the years, my understanding of health and fitness has evolved. It wasn’t one big change—it was a series
Recently, I embraced a lifestyle that merges my love for new experiences with the freedom of remote work: becoming a digital nomad. Unlike the whirlwind travel often associated with the term, I’m drawn to spending a few months in places I genuinely enjoy, with people I want to be around, rather than just passing through. This approach allows me to experience new settings deeply, while my remote businesses offer the
If you want to win something, run 100 meters. If you want to experience something, run a marathon. Emil Zatopek (Olympic Champion) I Made It! 3:59:50—just under 4 hours! Crossing that finish line was one of the most painful yet fantastic moments I’ve had. My internal goal was to finish under 3:45, but I always said I’d be happy with anything under 4 hours. Knowing I pushed through to meet
It’s very hard in the beginning to understand that the whole idea is not to beat the other runners. Eventually you learn that the competition is against the little voice inside you that wants you to quit. George Sheehan Tweet It’s been a fun 2 weeks leading up to the marathon with runs in LA, Boston, NY and Porto! and some fun time with my kids in Boston! I ended
While COVID disrupted many parts of my life, it also gave me something priceless – uninterrupted time with my children. Looking back, the pandemic was an unexpected opportunity to strengthen our bond. With my son, we quickly fell into a rhythm. We spent most evenings together for four years—three days a week weightlifting and two days boxing. These hours were sacred, not just for the physical benefits but for the
The benefits and opportunities of running are available to anyone. You don’t have to be born a natural athlete, and you don’t have to be uniquely gifted. A life-shaping experience is there for the taking, waiting right outside your door. Donald Buraglio and Michael Dove I’m enjoying the journey! I love that there aren’t too many long runs needed, so hopefully, my knees will be okay. I am a big
As I reflect on my first four weeks of training, I’m feeling pretty good—although the long runs are mainly coming up over the next few weeks! I got lucky this last week as I had an IV on Monday for Osteoporosis, and I wasn’t warned how bad I would feel for the next 2-3 days. I tried running on Tuesday as normal and couldn’t make it more than half
When it comes to digesting content (whether I write mine or read others), I prefer things to be brief and straight to the point. My blogs aim to deliver value quickly without unnecessary fluff. I believe that simplicity and clarity are what matter most—it’s about getting the actual message across, not padding it out with extra words. I rely on AI to help with writing. I’m not the best writer,
When I moved to the US in 2010, I found myself in a different country from my businesses. That’s when I decided to transition to remote work, and it’s been a fascinating journey ever since. Back then, the tools for remote working weren’t exactly ideal – Zoom didn’t even exist yet – but I made it work and learned a lot along the way. Since 2012, all my businesses have
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