My naturally in-shape ex-wife, Lisa, is allergic to working out. “Running gives me a headache,” she used to tell me. What about the endorphin release, Lisa? “That doesn’t work for me.” Ha. Love it. She’s gifted. We are different beings, and we respond very differently to training. Stephanie, our know-it-all editor and my partner at Kaplifestyle, illuminates some of her … [Read more...]
How to Take the First Step
[Editor's note: I requested that Gabe allow me the use of this platform once again. I wanted to share my thoughts on obstacles on the path to achieving our goals. He generously agreed to the request. The words below are all mine. --Stephanie] If we had to pick a motto at Kaplifestyle, it would very likely be “take the first step.” While I’m not yet ready to get it tattooed … [Read more...]
Inspirational Speeches
If you’re looking for an alternative way to get motivated to train, try absorbing the message of a strong speaker. Loved ones often ask me what I listen to in order to get me fired up for a workout or an event requiring inspiration. They generally seem confused when I suggest Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech. I’m not sure why they’re surprised; football … [Read more...]
Inspiration Part 2
You may remember I gave you my top five quotes. That was then, this is now. My top quotes change based on the moment, and I reserve the right to change my mind at any given time for any reason. No rules. Here are my current ones, each with a short breakdown. Fill the unforgiving minute with sixty seconds worth of distance run. -Rudyard Kipling The next time you’re having a … [Read more...]
Savor, Share and Be Happy
If you’d like to be happier, savor your pleasurable moments with intensity. If you spend some time with me, you might get sick of hearing me talk about how much I appreciate wind. I dig the sound it makes as it whips through the trees. I genuinely light up when I get to fall asleep listening to it. It’s music to me. Nauseous yet? Good. That means I’m on the right track. … [Read more...]
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