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Maui Upcountry Burpees

I visited CrossFit Maui Upcountry near the rain forests of the island today. The area is mostly farmland with stark contrast to the bustling tourist traps along the coast. The coach, Kaye and the team were very welcoming for a … Continue reading

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Mini Ironman Biathlon

As part of the company reward trip we had our annual biathlon or run-race. Having learned from past triathlon efforts I opted for the run section. It was a great day with calm waters in Hawaii. About 15% of us … Continue reading

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Island Fever with Low Intensity

I finally succumbed to island time and lost track of time zones, obligations and schedules for a while. In the morning I took my girls on an hour ocean kayak ride and soon I could barely feel my arms from … Continue reading

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Zipping through the Rainforest

Early morning we went to Maui Upcountry for a Ziplining adventure. We soon learned that when Hawaiians say rainforest they sure mean it. The rain was pouring down on us most of the morning and the tree canopies offered only … Continue reading

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Leaving China Stronger

The clinical definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over while expecting a different result. Yet many people I know stick to an exercise routine for months and sometimes years that produces no results. Jogging on a … Continue reading

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