“When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive – to breathe, to think, to enjoy, to love.” Marcus Aurelius May was a wash of magic early sunrises on Sydney Harbour – Drummoyne. Rowing in an ageing boat crew of eight and…
I’m going to achieve a handful of goals that require an extremely high level of physical health, some of my running goals depend upon exceptional musculoskeletal health, which I do not have. I did so much running as a school athlete and rugby player, that overuse and poor maintenance have…
Super fun morning racing The Convict 100, one of Australia’s longest-running mountain bike marathons in the township of St. Albans. The course follows the historic Convict Trail through the Hawkesbury Valley, with some cracking scenery while smashing up rugged fire trails and rocky descents. I dug deep today and pushed…
Mike Tyson was asked by a reporter whether he was worried about Evander Holyfield and his fight plan and Iron Mike’s speedy reply was; “Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.” On Sunday morning, I got punched in the mouth by the ocean, and wow did…
Earlier in the year I finalised a list of goals to attempt before I’m 50. One of those goals was an ocean swim. I wouldn’t call it a phobia but I’ve always had a heavy fear of the ocean. Something about having zero control of the environment and an unjustified…