Were/are you the smartest student? Do you have lots of friends? Did you believe that you wouldn’t be as successful as some of your peers? I did. If you are into your career now you are no doubt realizing that the technical or focused areas that you studied during school do not seem to come... Continue Reading →
Push-up Pump Before “Bed”
Disclaimer: First, this is not medical advice, clearly. Please use your brain and consult the proper professionals before doing any "strenuous" physical activity. Gentlemen, we have all done it before. You are seeing a new person and it's coming to that time where you might be naked in front of them! But wait! You ate... Continue Reading →
Wedding Season – The Plus One
Two weddings back to back weekends this month, one family one friend. This weekend was a different perspective for me, I was my wife's plus one for her former co-worker's amazing wedding. The venue was a beautiful winery in Santa Maria called Presqu'ile. Mountainous views and all these people in nice suits and dresses, people... Continue Reading →
You Can’t Make Time
It's 4:25 AM on a Friday, I'm getting my ass out of bed to get the day started on myself. I have a great workout ahead of me but first I need that sweet black nectar of the gods and some great music! There are people out there beating you ever day, people getting up... Continue Reading →
Churn and Burn! Time to Get at it Early and Often, No Matter What! (slight profanity this morning)
4:25 AM - Struggling a bit this morning, legs hurt, ass cheeks are sore, and eyes are tired...Get the fuck up anyway! I'm out of bed. Our son came into bed with us last night so I had to pull a silent transfer back to his crib this morning without turning any lights on...don't wake... Continue Reading →
The Summer Intern
So I am an engineer in a very standardized and bureaucratic industry, this is not a knock on the industry but a necessity. The industry is some times tough to break into for new engineers without previous experience and that can mean less fresh ideas and less fighters for change. However, every summer we get... Continue Reading →
Work on Yourself First Thing Everyday
4:30 AM - Up and straight to the kitchen for a cup of caffeinated jet fuel before placing my offerings at The Church. No problem jumping up today but it was shoulder day after all. Another leg day coming in a couple days so that will be the true test of dedication. Shoulder Day: 10... Continue Reading →
Early Riser – Row, Row, Row Your Boat…Then Clang and Bang!!
Day one back from a quick trip to Kansas City with the family! Thought it only right to start the week off right with a before the sun comes up workout! Was not easy getting out of bed at 4:15 AM but I must be honest it was easier than getting up at 5:30 or... Continue Reading →
“THE CHURCH” – GARAGE GYM MOTIVATION
So I have always been a bit of a exercise junkie. I have tried just about everything that peaks my interest such as just standard gym going (weightlifting and cardio), Crossfit for about three straight years, running…ugh, some martial arts training, boxing classes, and even one triathlon. I have always enjoyed changing things up and... Continue Reading →
Showing Our Son Around Kansas City – “Kaleidoscope”
We flew out to Kansas City for a family wedding and found that the area is beautiful and the city has lots to do and see! My son, Lincoln, who is 18 months old is quite a crazy handful at this age but is tons of fun to watch. My wife found a place called... Continue Reading →