In this crazy, yet wonderful journey of fatherhood, men often face a myriad of challenges that test their strength, patience, and resolve. Two powerful pillars—fitness and faith—can guide us through this adversity, helping us become better dads and role models. The...
Balancing the demands of work, family, and personal time can be a challenge for busy dads. Achieving overall health might seem like a distant goal, but integrating physical fitness, spiritual well-being, and mental toughness into your routine can make a significant...
Busy parent here with a fun story… At the end of August (2023), I had nerve decompression surgery on my left foot, which temporarily put my obstacle course racing plans on hold. The purpose of the surgery: to eliminate pain from two adjacent neuromas in the ball...
“The higher the rope, the more thrilling it is to climb.” -Michelle Gibson It was Marine Corps boot camp. Summer of 2002. Well before I even knew about obstacle course racing. The sun was blazing hot in MCRD San Diego and a twenty foot rope hung in front of me. I...
Where do baboons go for a fun night out? The monkey bars… Ha. Gotta love a good dad joke… In all seriousness, though, monkey bars are fun for me. Not “night out” kind of fun, but for obstacle course racing, I love them. They are the OG of obstacles. Plus, they’re here...
If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do – you have to keep moving forward. -Martin Luther King Jr. If you’re into obstacle course racing, I’m sure you know that the bear crawl is more than a raw,...