Category Archives: Mike’s Story
Time to Get My Core Rhythm Back
It seems like every few months I need to be reminded about healthy rhythms and routines. Fortunately I do have a few things built into my life that remind me. One is subscribing to various blogs — one of which is The Energy Project. It was The Energy Project author, Tony Schwartz, that inspired me [...]
McFads 2011 Fall Update #newjob #1/2marathon #books #tools
I hope this email finds you well. It’s been a while since I’ve sent out an update. There have been quite a few changes since my last email. Before I dive into the details I want to apologize if you emailed me lately and I haven’t responded. Drop me a call if it’s urgent. [...]
CU Barrelman to be given “Honorary C”
We received word that Mike has been chosen to receive an “Honorary C” award from the University of Colorado Athletic Department and C Club. “The Honorary C membership consists of a distinguished group of supporters who, through the years, have been recognized for their contributions to CU Athletics. The Honorary C was initiated in 1955 [...]
4 Hour Body Phase 2 Over – Half Marathon Time
After my first 40 day experiment where I gained 17 pounds I decided to continue with a modified version of Occam’s Protocol. I added a couple lifts to each workout and I stretched my rest time to 3 days. The result after another 40 days was I maintained a weight of 175 lbs. This is [...]
How I Gained 17 Pounds in 40 Days #4HB
I like experimenting with my body – especially my diet. Whether its trying a no-preservative diet for a month or eating vegetarian for 40 days, I like to see how my body is effected by different diets and exercises. Some experiments over the years include: No coffee starting in the spring of 2009 and I [...]
#Trust30 – Fear – Day 12
I’m a few days behind but will push ahead. Today’s challenge (which was published last Friday is) – Fear by Lachlan Cotter (Author: Lachlan Cotter) These are the voices which we hear in solitude, but they grow faint and inaudible as we enter into the world. Society everywhere is in conspiracy against the manhood of [...]
Expectations? Who has Expectations?
Every month I have a reminder set in my calendar to do a monthly plan. The goal is to take some time to think about the next 30 days. A few months ago I came across a website CreativeChoices.net. Carolyn Foster publishes a monthly coaching tip and writing exercise. I decided to start reviewing her [...]
