Your Dreams

Most people never run far enough on their first wind to find out they've got a second. Give your dreams all you've got and you'll be amazed at the energy that comes out of you. William James

I am always amazed at this little guy. He wasn't born with long legs, or a lean body to run long and fast. And either was I, but we both know we love to run and give our best.Rocky and I ran 4 miles together today through the neighborhood. We have lots of hills to climb when we run, and it's not easy for him but he goes for it. Sure sometimes he lets me know he wants to take a break for a minute, and I let him sit down. I know by keeping fit he will live longer. Sure people laugh at us running down the road or say you shouldn't make him run. I laugh and say he's a dog they like to run and it makes him happy.
Exercise is important to humans and animals, we all need to do it to stay fit and healthy.
I am happy to report Rocky has lost a few pounds living at his new home. We don't feed him treats all the time or give him extra food. There was alot of that going on at my old house where my sister and nephew over fed him. I had no control when I was at work or out of town.
At Jerry's we don't give him extra crap.

Rocky makes me smile each day, if I have a bad day I look at him and think about the abuse and torture he suffered, and came out a happy loving dog.
I rescued him over 5 years ago. I know he is grateful and I am grateful he came into my life.
Give your pets a hug and kiss and take them out for a walk or run today.

CROSSFIT WOD
5 rounds for time
30-abmat sit-ups
25- abmat back extensions.
my time: 3:49
ran 6 miles total today it's taper time for TRT 100

Life is an Adventure

Life is either a daring adventure or nothing. To keep our faces toward change and behave like free spirits in the presence of fate is strength undefeatable.

Helen Keller

Fun Times out on the Ohlone trail with Jerry, Lesley, Chris, me and Mike. We all headed out for a 20+ mile run. Lesley stayed with us for 2:35 and then turned around. She is strong and I think shes ready to run a 50k in the next couple months. I will take her out on a 20 miler and 25 miler so she can feel confident for her race.
Chris is training for his first trail 100 miler, AC 100 he has a lot to learn in a short time but he will be ready with me and Mike in September.
The weather was a little odd by the time we finished it looked like it might have been raining in the south bay.
As you can see in this picture there is a reason I call Chris; Crazy Chris. He is so much fun never a dull moment. He is planning on going the last day with me on the JMT in a couple weeks. He will do Forester and Whitney passes with me. Fun times ;-)
What can I say I love my favorite tree.
The bridge in Sunol.
I meet my new East Bay regional parks police officer Janet, she is super cool. I went up to her and introduced myself as the girl who runs 100 miles out on the Ohlone trails. She said yes I know all about you, and I saw your picture in the office. Hmm...It might me be a picture of the Most wanted! No , it's of the girl who runs the most on the Ohlone trail ;-)

We all had a fun run. Now it's time for me to taper for TRT 100 which is next weekend.

Divine Order

There is nothing that happens by chance in our universe. Everything unfolds according to higher laws - everything is regulated by divine order.

I decided to sleep in this morning, I woke up at 7:15 and went back to sleep. I woke up again at 8:45am. I jumped up and got ready and headed to Mission Peak for a short 1.5 hr run. I was happy to find out they have graded the fireroads.
I did an out and back with a loop. Just took it easy. I am sore from the last 3 crossfit workouts. My legs are sore from lots of squats and lunges.

Tomorrow my Room-mate Jerry and my friend Chris are starting from Mission Peak at 7:15am for a 20-30 mile run. You can go shorter if you want.
If anyone wants to join us let me know.
I want to wish all the Hardrock 100 mile runners good luck this weekend also Good luck Badwater runners. Also good luck to all the Crossfitters who will be competing in the crossfit games this weekend. And one last good luck, to the UFC fighters at the UFC 100. There is a lot going on this weekend so have fun doing whatever you decided to do.


Change, disruption or obstacles could be the order of the day! There is a reason for each of these occurrences but in general it can be said that the way in which you are doing things, or viewing things, has to change. Very often the universe takes a hand and helps you by clearing away the debris of the old, but be assured that what is right, essential or just plain needed, will remain in place. In all cases be calm in the face of these unexpected events and just know that everything is going to be all right.
© Stephen Haynes

Single Step

A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step. Lao Tsu

More fun pixs from the AC course/PCT trail fun times.
This is my last big week and then it's taper time for the Tahoe rim trail 100 which is next week. The following week I will head out on the JMT to try and get the woman's unsupported record. I have to do it in under 6 days 6 hours. If I feel good it shouldn't be a problem. It's not the smartest think to do the week after a hundred but it's the only time I have to do between hundred mile races.
Even if I don't get the record I will still stay out and finish fast packing it. I just love that trail it will be the 7th time I have done the JMT.

Williamson climbing area. Williamson rock.

Just want to wish all my crossfit friends good luck at the Crossfit games this weekend. I hope it's not to hot for you there.

8 mile run today.
CROSSFT WOD
3 rounds for time of:
25-kettlebell swings
25-push-ups
25-abmat sit-ups
25- squats
my time:6:15

On the Inside

I cannot always control what goes on outside. But I can always control what goes on inside. Wayne Dyer
Yesterday I decided to run up Baden Powell again. We did it Friday but I had issues and was tired during our run.
I didn't realize it's a 62 mile drive to get there, but it was worth it. I ended up running only 10 miles because I ran out of time and started late.
I ran to the top and down and then run 1 mile up the PCT.
I had a blast. There were lots of cool people on the trail.
I made it up in 1:16 and to the bottom in 41 min. I will never run it that fast during AC 100. It usually takes almost 2 hours in the race.

This is me on the Waldon tree at the PCT junction.
Mount Wilson trail at sunset.
We did a 27 mile night run on the AC course on the 4th and these are a couple pictures from the run,

All is evolution, all is cyclical, therefore endings lead to new beginnings. You cannot begin without an end. If you cannot let go of the past then the past constantly recreates itself. Look now to the future and the paths to your goals will again become clear. Obstacles or limitations will be surmounted and lost or forgotten opportunities will again be presented. Success is now within your grasp but realize that to maximize that success new ways, or new methods, could make life so much easier.
© Stephen Haynes

Dream

When a person really desires something, all the universe conspires to help that person realize his dream. Paulo Coelho
Fun Times on the AC 100 course. Friday there was 17 runners who showed up to run 23 miles on the AC course.
I felt a little off when I woke up in the morning. I was tired going into the run.
We headed up Baden Powell and I knew right away I didn't feel 100%. I was tired I was sleepy, I woke up early Thursday worked then drove 5 1/2 hours to Sierra Madre and woke up early for the run. So I knew it was going to be a long day. Andy didn't calculate the time right..the drive and time we had to be done early. We had a date that night and needed to be home by 4pm to get ready for our date.
We all ran with different groups since everyone was running at different speeds.
Andy ran ahead and would wait for me. We decided we would run to islip saddle to regroup. We met the rest of the group. We decided we would run the road then pick the trail up again and run to Eagles roost
There we decided we would hitch to go back to get the car at Vincent gap. Others also hitched to their cars or ran the road back. A few of our friends got lost and added miles but made it back safe some four hours later.
We made it home around 4:30 just in time to get ready for my surprise date. Andy took me to see Cirque Berzerk we had a blast I love all the performers they were awesome. It's a very Gothic type cirques. If you live in LA I suggest you see it. I believe it is running until July 18th. http://www.cirqueberzerk.com/
4th of July we went to the Sierra madre parade and we did a night run of 27 miles on the AC 100 course. I felt great during that run what a difference a day makes.
Not all opportunity is good opportunity, so pick and choose wisely out of the opportunities that will soon be presented. This is a time to be considering the future and putting down strong foundations that will lead to success. If you build the foundations correctly success will follow easily. If you don’t take time to lay the foundation correctly then your plans are likely to fall down. Don’t delay or prevaricate at this time. Propitious happenings are afoott.
© Stephen Haynes

Pause to Reflect

The simple act of reflecting, the simple act of pausing to consider, to reason, can have an impact. Dalai Lama

Positive Talk

Affirm continuously to yourself: I am in the right place, at the right time, for the right purpose. Ursula Roberts

Champions, Skill and Will

Champions aren’t made in gyms. Champions are made from something they have deep inside them a desire, a dream, a vision. They have to have the skill and the will. But the will must be stronger than the skill.
Muhammad Ali

I have been so busy since this past weekend. Trying to get back on track. I ran today and did this bootcamp video we sell at Whole Foods. I figure I could do a couple of the workouts with my class. I like doing the crossfit workouts way better so i will stick with that I think.
Rocky and I will be driving to SoCal tomorrow around 3pm after I get off work. I will be busy training on the AC 100 course.
This will be my last long training weekend before TRT 100 in a couple weeks.

I will be visiting Andy from the 2-8. I actually leave the morning of the 8th to drive back and go to work.
It will be nice to have a long visit.