adapted from a speech given to Realtors January 17, 2008
Last week I suggested our theme be “A Great 2008“, but we need to remember that more than just attitude is needed. This is the time to talk about skills and confidence as well. I often note that being a Realtor is similar to racing a triathlon: it [...]
Posts under ‘Triathlon’
How to Avoid Drowning as a Realtor
Finding Meaning in Triathlon
I raced in a Sprint Triathlon last week. I should make it clear here that the term “raced” is a complete bastardization of the word any English speaking person with a basic education might understand. When I say I “raced”, what I mean is that I showed up to the race; I put on a [...]
Introduction
I am preparing for Ironman Wisconsin in September and have decided to keep a journal along the way. You might be surprised at how many funny things happen while training for an event that takes as long as an Ironman. At least, a lot of funny things happen to me.
01 May 2007 – INTRODUCTION
When you [...]
Big Tears for a Big Man
On Saturday, April 21, 2007 Parry O’Brien died and the loss, especially to me, is a big one. Most people have no idea who Parry O’Brien was and what he accomplished, which is all the sadder. While attending USC in the early 1950s, Parry looked at how he put the shot and decided there was [...]
Random Thoughts Before an Ironman
IM Wisconsin minus 3 days
Today I start a three day nutrition plan developed specifically to carbo-load, thereby maximizing my glucose levels before the race (apparently my fat levels are A-OK). Old habits die hard, however, and I have had to make some prudent adjustments. For instance, the plan calls for me to completely give up [...]
Winning One Hour in the Wind Tunnel
originally written 21 April 2006
THE CONTEST:
GREAT news!
In honor of the media day around the re-naming of The San Diego Air & Space Technology Center Low Speed Wind Tunnel on Friday April 28th, Competitor Magazine, The San Diego Air & Space Wind Tunnel and B&L Bikes are putting up a FREE hour of time in the [...]
