Goaliath: Achieve your ultimate goals with me

First week of half-marathon training done, with no missed workouts!!  I only had 4 sessions scheduled for the week though.  Next week is the first FULL week of training with 5 sessions.  So let’s get ‘er done!At the new HVAC/R job, I EARNED THE PROMOTION!  This coming Monday they are officially giving me a van so I will be a fully-fledged technician going out on my own jobs!!!Two AMAZING steps this week.  One for each Goaliath.  REAL progress is actually happening!  I can’t say how happy I am about this journey.  I feel like it’s all finally coming together.Quote of the week: “Hope is not a strategy.”  - UTSA Enginnering Department. Current running PBs:                    5k:        19:54 --- 6:25 per mile.  (Doral Christmas Race 12/21/2025)                    10k:     42:48 --- 6:53 per mile.  (Coffee Lover’s 10k 04/25/2026)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week2:04 Weekly Achievements5:29 Current Standings6:10 The Plan for the Week6:39 Weekly Thoughts9:41 Outtro

This week felt really nice.  I just rested from running, enjoyed time with Adri, bonded with my best friend, and continued thinking about the future!  The key to financial freedom is simply to keep increasing earnings while decreasing bills, and not simply spending the extra money, but saving it and using it to decrease the bills even faster!  An earnings increase should be coming soon so I am excited for that, and we are back on the grind for the Half Marathon!  I’m so excited for this training block. Quote of the week: “Failed attempts provide the best feedback.” - MyselfStretching: 7/7 days.Current weight: 189 poundsCurrent running PBs:                    5k:        19:54 --- 6:25 per mile.  (Doral Christmas Race 12/21/2025)                    10k:     42:48 --- 6:53 per mile.  (Coffee Lover’s 10k 04/25/2026)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week2:21 Weekly Achievements5:06 Current Standings5:36 The Plan for the Week6:05 Weekly Thoughts21:49 Outtro

The Coffee Lover's 10k is in the bag!!  I’m settled in my career now, and now I will take 2 weeks off to rest, and then start training for a half-marathon!  I didn’t get the best time that I wanted, but not every attempt can be perfect!  They are just iterations of a process and the next iteration will be much better! Quote of the week: NoneStretching: 7/7 days.Current weight: 189 poundsCurrent running PBs:                    5k:        19:54 --- 6:25 per mile.  (Doral Christmas Race 12/21/2025)                    10k:     42:48 --- 6:53 per mile.  (Coffee Lover’s 10k 04/25/2026)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week0:23 Weekly Achievements3:55 Current Standings4:16 The Plan for the Week4:32 Weekly Thoughts8:09 Outtro

The first full week of HVAC work after A FULL WEEKEND OFF!!!  This week is close to how I would love to have every week look in the future.  5 full days of HVAC work, and a full weekend off, though I do want to do better with training sessions.  I will have a fresh start with training soon after the Coffee Lover’s 10k which is this weekend!  Finally we get to see what all of my hard work is worth!Quote of the week: NoneStretching: 7/7 days.Current weight: 189 poundsCurrent running PBs:                    5k:        19:54 --- 6:25 per mile.  (Doral Christmas Race 12/21/2025)                    10k:     46:55 --- 7:33 per mile.  (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week0:19 Weekly Achievements7:24 Current Standings7:50 The Plan for the Week9:34 Weekly Thoughts9:52 Outtro

I can finally rest after 18 days straight of work, and pretty much a lifetime of not having weekends off.  This HVAC job is going perfectly!  Now I’m looking forward to graduating training and getting a raise and a van!Only 2 weeks left of training for the Coffee Lover’s 10k!Quote of the week: “Patience, Persistence, and Perspiration make an unbeatable combination for success.” - Napoleon HillStretching: 7/7 days.Current weight: 189 poundsCurrent running PBs:                    5k:        19:54!!  6:25 per mile.  (Doral Christmas Race 12/21/2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week8:16 Weekly Achievements12:07 Current Standings12:25 The Plan for the Week13:47 Weekly Thoughts15:35 Outtro

Wow.  What a month.  I finally got hired into a career HVAC JOB LET’S GOOOOOOO!!!  6 years of trying and failing in careers, and 2 years of trying to get hired into a proper HVAC company, and I found the PERFECT one!  I have a 3 month probationary training period, but I feel like I’m going to crush it.  I’m already learning so much and I’m feeling so confident.  Life is about to change.  It still doesn’t feel quite real, but I think when I have my first official weekend off, it will!Quote of the week: “Under this pressure, under this weight, we are diamonds taking shape.” - Coldplay.Stretching: 7/7 days.Current weight: 189 poundsCurrent running PBs:                    5k:        19:54!!  6:25 per mile.  (Doral Christmas Race 12/21/2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week4:53 Weekly Achievements15:59 Current Standings16:19 The Plan for the Week17:25 Weekly Thoughts23:42 Outtro

Currently in week 11 for the 10k!  I managed to get some training in even on vacation so I’m super proud of that!  I also got to spend quality time with my family and Adri on the road trip to North Carolina, all while gaining some good experience in the HVAC industry!  The machine replacements went well!  So it was a fantastic couple of weeks!Quote of the week: NoneStretching: 7/7 days.Current weight: 189 poundsCurrent running PBs:                    5k:        19:54!!  6:25 per mile.  (Doral Christmas Race 12/21/2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week0:38 Weekly Achievements9:08 Current Standings9:26 The Plan for the Week10:13 Weekly Thoughts11:07 Outtro

8 weeks down, 8 to go for the 10k!  Only did 2 sessions of the 4 this week, but in those two sessions I performed pretty well.  Unfortunately I didn’t get this HVAC job, so the search goes on, but I’m never giving up!Quote of the week: NoneStretching: 7/7 days.Current weight: 189 poundsCurrent running PBs:                    5k:        19:54!!  6:25 per mile.  (Doral Christmas Race 12/21/2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week0:18 Weekly Achievements6:53 Current Standings8:10 The Plan for the Week10:01 Weekly Thoughts13:56 Outtro

7 weeks down, 9 to go for the 10k!  I did all 4 training sessions this week and it went so well!  I also scored a phone interview with an HVAC/R company this week let’s gooooo!  I’m going to throw everything I have at it to hopefully get an in-person interview and get hired!Quote of the week: NoneStretching: 7/7 days.Current weight: 189 poundsCurrent running PBs:                    5k:        19:54!!  6:25 per mile.  (Doral Christmas Race 12/21/2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week0:17 Weekly Achievements5:17 Current Standings5:45 The Plan for the Week7:08 Weekly Thoughts14:11 Outtro

6 weeks down, 10 to go for the 10k!  Training is going so well, I finished 3 training days this week!  And this coming week I might be able to do all 4!  Life is beautiful, this journey is beautiful, and I have beautiful souls around me supporting and lifting me up.  Let’s have a great week!Quote of the week: “Do look back, but only to see how far you’ve come.”  - Myself.Stretching: 7/7 days.Current weight: 189 poundsCurrent running PBs:                    5k:        19:54!!  6:25 per mile.  (Doral Christmas Race 12/21/2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week1:29 Weekly Achievements4:28 Current Standings4:48 The Plan for the Week6:12 Weekly Thoughts15:12 Outtro

Only 2 training sessions this week, but they were both phenomenal efforts and I feel I still got better this week!  It was also a full week of work so the paycheck should be nice!  Also, the financial advice from last week was terrible lol, don’t listen to it.  Maybe listen to the financial thoughts in this episode instead.  Also, I went to the Library, got a card, and checked out a book!  It already feels so much better to read on my breaks at work instead of mindless scrolling and superficial conversations.Quote of the week: “While it is always best to believe in oneself, a little help from others can be a great blessing.”  - Uncle Iroh.Stretching: 7/7 days.Current weight: 189 poundsCurrent running PBs:                    5k:        19:54!!  6:25 per mile.  (Doral Christmas Race 12/21/2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week1:45 Weekly Achievements7:34 Current Standings7:52 The Plan for the Week8:35 Weekly Thoughts11:17 Outtro

Honestly this week was close to the perfect, ideal work and training week!  4 double shifts, and my last shift going home early after getting close to overtime.  4 training sessions where I stayed focused and consciously trained.  And most importantly, making time for Adri.  That is more like it! The only thing that could make it better would be even more time with Adri, and having an HVAC job for work instead of a restaurant.  Soon! Quote of the week: “If you can take a step forward, take it.  Just as important, if you can avoid a step back, stand your ground.”  - Myself.Stretching: 7/7 days.Current weight: 189 poundsCurrent running PBs:                    5k:        19:54!!  6:25 per mile.  (Doral Christmas Race 12/21/2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week1:41 Weekly Achievements5:14 Current Standings5:55 The Plan for the Week6:48 Weekly Thoughts8:37 Outtro

Another week full of double shifts with training sessions on my days off.  So Still a full productive week!Quote of the week: NoneStretching: 7/7 days.Current weight: 189 poundsCurrent running PBs:                    5k:        19:54!!  6:25 per mile.  (Doral Christmas Race 12/21/2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week0:22 Weekly Achievements3:27 Current Standings3:46 The Plan for the Week4:34 Weekly Thoughts4:56 Outtro

Got some unexpected extra hours at work which is always nice, I started running while carrying water, and actually put $2,000 aside in savings!  This was a nice productive week.Quote of the week: NoneStretching: 7/7 days.Current weight: 189 poundsCurrent running PBs:                    5k:        19:54!!  6:25 per mile.  (Doral Christmas Race 12/21/2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week0:15 Weekly Achievements4:01 Current Standings6:26 The Plan for the Week7:34 Weekly Thoughts11:06 Outtro

A beautiful first week of the year, and Adri and I actually got to visit the beach!  The holiday season has calmed down immensely, so work was nice and calm.  The training sessions felt amazing!  Let’s keep it going!Quote of the week: “Perspective is Everything.”  - Gabriel, Founder of Lucid Core.Stretching: 7/7 days.Current weight: 189 poundsCurrent running PBs:                    5k:        19:54!!  6:25 per mile.  (Doral Christmas Race 12/21/2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week5:19 Weekly Achievements6:58 Current Standings8:07 The Plan for the Week8:52 Weekly Thoughts9:10 Outtro

Happy New Year everyone!  2025 turned out to be a really great year.  So many accomplishments.  Let’s make 2026 even better! Quote of the week: “The best thing you can do for everyone around you is to become the best version of yourself.”  - Thales.Stretching: 7/7 days.Current weight: 185 poundsCurrent running PBs:                    5k:        19:54!!  6:25 per mile.  (Doral Christmas Race 12/21/2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week2:19 Weekly Achievements3:45 Current Standings4:03 The Plan for the Week4:53 Weekly Thoughts9:39 Outtro

19:54!!!  Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays y’all!!!  My goodness I’m so happy.  I trained hard, put in the effort every day, and got the darn thing done!  The goal was 21 minutes, and I beat 20!!!  And Adri was there to support me the whole way.  Time to rest for a week or two, and begin training for the next race! Quote of the week: “Don’t set goals that are byproducts.  Set goals that come with byproducts.”  - Myself.Stretching: 7/7 days.Current weight: 185 poundsCurrent running PBs:                    5k:        19:54!!  6:25 per mile.  (Doral Christmas Race 12/21/2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week2:54 Weekly Achievements8:10 Current Standings9:08 The Plan for the Week9:50 Weekly Thoughts15:22 Outtro

5k training is COMPLETE!  The race is TOMORROW!  Holiday season at Fogo is CRAZY!  Adri is my loving and beautiful WIFE!  All in all, life is good.  I’m so excited for the race.  I’ve never trained like this before and I’m excited to see just how good I can do in the 5k race.  23:03 back in February for the LifeTime Tropical 5k, let’s see how much I improve for the Doral Christmas Race 5k!Quote of the week: NoneStretching: 7/7 days.Current weight: 189 poundsCurrent running PBs:                    5k:        21:38 --- 6:58 per mile (Training run 12/10/2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week0:16 Weekly Achievements5:16 Current Standings6:25 The Plan for the Week9:07 Weekly Thoughts13:41 Outtro

Tenth week of 5k training down!  One week left!  I’m so excited and feeling so good.  I’ve also been getting incredible hours at Fogo which is really taking some pressure off and helping our finances.Quote of the week: “Neither the strongest can survive, only he who can handle change.” - Jason Mraz.Stretching: 7/7 days.Current weight: 190ish poundsCurrent running PBs:                    5k:      **New PB by 2 seconds!**  21:38 --- 6:58 per mile (Training run 12/10/2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week2:11 Weekly Achievements6:45 Current Standings7:56 The Plan for the Week9:19 Weekly Thoughts10:09 Outtro

Ninth week of 5k training down!  Finally getting some really good hours at Fogo.  Still searching for an HVAC job, but physical training is going well!  The race is almost here!Quote of the week: NoneStretching: 7/7 days.Current weight: 195lbCurrent running PBs:                                22:22 --- 7:11 per mile (Training run 11/26/2025)                    5k:      21:40 --- 6:59 per mile (Training run 11/28/2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week0:17 Weekly Achievements3:50 Current Standings4:41 The Plan for the Week6:09 Weekly Thoughts9:33 Outtro

Eighth week of 5k training down!  Happy Thanksgiving Week!  I set a new 5k record twice this week lol.  Training is going well!  The search for an HVAC job continues.Quote of the week: NoneStretching: 7/7 days.Current weight: 195lbCurrent running PBs:                               22:22 --- 7:11 per mile (Training run 11/26/2025)                    5k:      21:40 --- 6:59 per mile (Training run 11/28/2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week0:16 Weekly Achievements6:09 Current Standings6:31 The Plan for the Week8:03 Weekly Thoughts9:20 Outtro

Seventh week of 5k training down!  Late episode upload but it was a good, full, crazy week!  I have officially ran the second longest distance I have ever run.  This training is feeling so good, it gives me more and more confidence that I really can achieve the ultimate goal of 100 miles!  The search for an HVAC job continues, but I am earning more money at Fogo for the holiday season so that is definitely relieving some stress.Quote of the week: NoneStretching: 7/7 days.Current weight: 195lbCurrent running PBs:                    5k:      23:00 --- 7:26 per mile (Training run 11/03/2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week0:19 Weekly Achievements6:44 Current Standings7:10 The Plan for the Week8:28 Weekly Thoughts10:33 Outtro

Sixth week of 5k training down!  My joints and conditioning feel better than ever!  I also visited an HVAC job in person this week!  Let's gooooo!  Nothing has come of it yet, but still it was an amazing step that I've never taken before.  I have a lot of good hours at Fogo this week, so that's nice too.  It's gonna be another great week!Quote of the week: “Living your dream is hard work, go on and try it you might like it.” - Jason Mraz.Stretching: 7/7 days.Current weight: 195lbCurrent running PBs:                    5k:      23:00 --- 7:26 per mile (Training run 11/03/2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week2:01 Weekly Achievements6:12 Current Standings6:47 The Plan for the Week8:22 Weekly Thoughts10:06 Outtro

Fifth week of 5k training down, and a NEW 5K personal best!!  Still searching for an HVAC job, and finances are a little tough, but we're not letting it get us down.  This week is going to be a great week!Quote of the week: “I like doing things that make me feel better tomorrow.” - Charles Hicks.Stretching: 7/7 days.Current weight: 195lbCurrent running PBs:                     5k:      23:00 --- 7:26 per mile (Training run 11/03/2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week2:46 Weekly Achievements6:49 Current Standings8:12 The Plan for the Week10:36 Weekly Thoughts12:43 Outtro

 Fourth week of 5k training down, It's going really well!  Still waiting on a callback from the AC job, so I'm continuing to search for other jobs as well while I wait.  Did all 4 training workouts this week so now I can just relax and enjoy the weekend of a family member's wedding!Quote of the week: NoneStretching: 7/7 days.Ankle Therapy: 0 day.Current weight: 193lbCurrent running PBs:                     5k:      7:26 per mile (LifeTime Tropical 5k 2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week0:18 Weekly Achievements4:36 Current Standings5:59 The Plan for the Week6:53 Weekly Thoughts7:38 Outtro

Third week of 5k training down, still going strong!  This whole month has been a little tight financially since I didn't have any extra income from the father in law, but I've already had 2 interviews for jobs, and one of them looks promising!  So hopefully this coming month we'll have a bit more income.Quote of the week: NoneStretching: 7/7 days.Ankle Therapy: 0 day.Current weight: 193lbCurrent running PBs:                     5k:      7:26 per mile (LifeTime Tropical 5k 2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week0:17 Weekly Achievements4:50 Current Standings6:09 The Plan for the Week8:03 Weekly Thoughts14:37 Outtro

Second week of 5k training down, going strong!  I spoke to my father in law letting him know that I wanted to search for an official HVAC job for steady work, and also I'm in the capstone module at school, and they said I am not required to appear, just search for jobs and come in whenever I want to practice something, so now my schedule is open for an HVAC job!  I sent out applications and got a reply from one of them already!!  Hopefully I get hired.  Exciting things happening!!Quote of the week: “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” - Lao Tzu.Stretching: 7/7 days.Ankle Therapy: 1 day.Current weight: 195lbCurrent running PBs:                     5k:      7:26 per mile (LifeTime Tropical 5k 2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week1:56 Weekly Achievements5:48 Current Standings7:30 The Plan for the Week9:00 Weekly Thoughts18:11 Outtro

First week of training down, 10 to go for the Doral Christmas 5k!  The running journey is well underway!  Unfortunately the financial journey isn't going that well.  There just isn't enough work with my father in law.  I'm now in the market for a job at another AC company.  I am graduating from school very soon though so my schedule will officially open up!  There's always something to look forward to!Quote of the week: NoneStretching: 7/7 days.Ankle Therapy: 2 days.Current weight: 197lbCurrent running PBs:                     5k:      7:26 per mile (LifeTime Tropical 5k 2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week0:17 Weekly Achievements4:02 Current Standings4:38 The Plan for the Week6:03 Weekly Thoughts7:46 Outtro

I have waited long enough!  It's time to stop waiting.  I am officially beginning my running training for 100 miles, starting with a 5k race!  I have an 11 week training plan mapped out, I race in December.  The goal is 21 minutes!  After that race, I'll start training for a 10k, half marathon, full marathon, and finally 100 miles!  I may do multiple races in each category depending on my performance.  But starting this week, I will not stop training until I reach 100 miles!Quote of the week: “Don’t wait for the perfect moment.  Take the current moment and make it perfect.” - Zoey Sayward, Aryn KyleStretching: 7/7 days.Ankle Therapy: 1 day.Current weight: 197lbCurrent running PBs:                     5k:      7:26 per mile (LifeTime Tropical 5k 2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week3:00 Weekly Achievements6:52 Current Standings7:57 The Plan for the Week9:44 Weekly Thoughts12:37 Outtro

No AC work this week, but I stayed productive and made some preparations for the running journey!  I got to spend some extra time with Adri as well so that was nice.  There's always something we can do today, and always something we can be looking forward to!Quote of the week: NoneStretching: 7/7 days.Ankle Therapy: 0/0 days.Current weight: 195lbCurrent running PB:                     5 miles: 7:42 per mile                    5k:      7:26 per mile (LifeTime Tropical 5k 2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week0:33 Weekly Achievements3:38 Current Standings4:05 The Plan for the Week4:45 Weekly Thoughts7:17 Outtro

This week was so nice!  It was Adri's birthday week, I loved spending time with her family on Sunday and celebrating without having to go to work after.  I can't wait to have every Sunday off forever!  I also crushed it on my run this week!  Looks like I should start doing 3 miles for each run.  I don't think it's time yet for a full training plan, but I can keep increasing the runs when I feel good!Quote of the week: “Delayed doesn’t mean denied.” - Melissa Jefferson-Wooden’s mother.Stretching: 7/7 days.Ankle Therapy: 0/0 days.Current weight: 195lbCurrent running PB:                     5 miles: 7:42 per mile                    5k:      7:26 per mile (LifeTime Tropical 5k 2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week1:22 Weekly Achievements5:17 Current Standings6:34 The Plan for the Week7:09 Weekly Thoughts8:31 Outtro

This week had a lot of naps!  Honestly it felt kinda good.  Nothing like an afternoon nap.  It sucks getting up from one, but it can feel nice, especially when you are on the grind and lacking sleep.  All in all it felt like a good week!  I thought a lot about my ideal life, and laid out some key points for you all in this episode.  It is fun talking about it.  It makes me want to make it happen even more!Quote of the week: “Keep Dreaming.” - Many people.Stretching: 7/7 days.Ankle Therapy: 0/0 days.Current weight: 195lbCurrent running PB:                     5 miles: 7:42 per mile                    5k:      7:26 per mile (LifeTime Tropical 5k 2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week1:38 Weekly Achievements4:56 Current Standings5:33 The Plan for the Week6:19 Weekly Thoughts11:43 Outtro

Another week of good work in the books!  Simple as that.  I'm proud of how I was able to motivate myself to stay productive even when I had time off from HVAC work.  Working on my novel is such a nice hobby!  I get to create, which is fulfilling, and it keeps me out of the scroll hole and from spending too much time playing video games.Quote of the week: “Train when others rest.  Believe when others doubt.  Show up every day not for claps, but for legacy.”  - Mindsetbymarisa, Instagram.Stretching: 7/7 days.Ankle Therapy: 0/0 days.Current weight: 195lbCurrent running PB:                     5 miles: 7:42 per mile                    5k:      7:26 per mile (LifeTime Tropical 5k 2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week1:54 Weekly Achievements3:20 Current Standings4:03 The Plan for the Week4:39 Weekly Thoughts6:12 Outtro

Round 2 done!  I was able to ride along for 2 days even with my bout of sickness.  Our financial situation is looking pretty good!  We were able to pay down a nice chunk of debt, and looks like we will keep being able to every month!  I also lost 3 pounds so let's see if I can keep that going this week.Quote of the week: NoneStretching: 7/7 days.Ankle Therapy: 0/0 days.Current weight: 195lbCurrent running PB:                     5 miles: 7:42 per mile                    5k:      7:26 per mile (LifeTime Tropical 5k 2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week0:24 Weekly Achievements2:26 Current Standings3:39 The Plan for the Week5:45 Weekly Thoughts8:40 Outtro

That long hard work week wasn't so bad!  Looks like I can handle it.  Extreme productivity, while still maintaining a connection with Adri.  The perfect week on the grind!  Let's go for round 2!Quote of the week: “It matters whether you win or lose, but what matters most is accepting the challenge.” - Hozumi HasegawaStretching: 7/7 days.Ankle Therapy: 0/0 days.Current weight: 198lbCurrent running PB:                     5 miles: 7:42 per mile                    5k:      7:26 per mile (LifeTime Tropical 5k 2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week1:54 Weekly Achievements3:18 Current Standings4:22 The Plan for the Week5:01 Weekly Thoughts7:17 Outtro

This past week was wildly emotional lol.  Thank you Adri, my WIFE!, for keeping me grounded and positive.I'm excited about this coming week!  Our credit card debt has been scaring me a bit but a beautiful solution may have just popped up.  It's gonna be a long, hard work week, but I feel like it's going to feel great at the end of it!Quote of the week: “While it’s always best to believe in oneself, a little help from others can be a great blessing.”  - Uncle Iroh.Stretching: 7/7 days.Ankle Therapy: 3/7 days.Current weight: 197lbCurrent running PB:                     5 miles: 7:42 per mile                    5k:      7:26 per mile (LifeTime Tropical 5k 2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week2:35 Weekly Achievements4:11 Current Standings5:07 The Plan for the Week5:58 Weekly Thoughts9:52 Outtro

I'm back on the grind!  I feel excited.  The wedding went SO WELL!!  I'm so happy, life is so good, and now Adri and I can focus on working hard to recover and start making real progress, and we have more quality time available since we don't have to plan for the wedding any more!  I'm excited to see how the next few months go.Quote of the week: “Make plans like an adult and believe in them like a child.”  - Jim RohnStretching: 7/7 days.Ankle Therapy: 0/0 days.Current weight: 194lbCurrent running PB:                     5 miles: 7:42 per mile                    5k:      7:26 per mile (LifeTime Tropical 5k 2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week1:44 Weekly Achievements6:21 Current Standings7:14 The Plan for the Week8:10 Weekly Thoughts10:59 Outtro

Episode. Number. 100.  Wow.  We made it to three digits!  What a wild ride it has been.  Multiple career changes, athletic successes and failures, and I went from boyfriend, to fiancé, and as of today at 4:30pm, HUSBAND.  We still haven't conquered our Goaliaths yet, but the future is so bright!  In this episode, I talk about the past, present, and future of the two goals, and Adri and I.  This episode also has a new feature, I hope you enjoy!  Keep pursuing your Goaliath!  We will be back to regular steps next week!0:00 Intro and Episode Contents1:28 Financial Goaliath History8:53 The Current Path10:09 The Financial Plan for the Future13:30 Athletic Goaliath History15:39 How I am Staying Ready15:55 The Athletic Plan for the Future16:43 Adri and I19:00 Outtro

I got paid to do HVAC work this week let's goooooooo!!!  Things happen when you MAKE THEM HAPPEN!  I can't emphasize enough how important it is to take action.  Nothing ever happens if you don't take action.  You can plan out every step and keep planning and planning and eventually have the PERFECT plan with all of the alternatives and contingencies, but nothing will happen if you don't take the steps.  So take them!  Stop planning and do it!Quote of the week: “It’s better to try and receive a result, than to forever wonder what if.” - Myself.Stretching: 7/7 days.Ankle Therapy: 1/7 days.Current weight: 194lbCurrent running PB:                     5 miles: 7:42 per mile                    5k:      7:26 per mile (LifeTime Tropical 5k 2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week3:19 Weekly Achievements4:55 Current Standings5:51 The Plan for the Week7:42 Weekly Thoughts10:47 Outtro

The podcast templateIn this episode, I talk about how to start your journey, and how hard work AND luck play a role in achieving success and dreams!  I wish I had more work hours, but it was still a good week!Quote of the week: “The best way to get something done is to begin.” - Unknown.Stretching: 7/7 days.Ankle Therapy: 0/0 days.Current weight: 195lbCurrent running PB:                     5 miles: 7:42 per mile                    5k:      7:26 per mile (LifeTime Tropical 5k 2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week3:57 Weekly Achievements5:58 Current Standings7:16 The Plan for the Week8:17 Weekly Thoughts10:21 Outtro

I dwelled a bit on the hard parts of my life in a few moments this week, but I made it through, counted my blessings, and I felt much better!  There are so many good things to come.Quote of the week: “Tough time never lasts.  Only tough people lasts.  Rlbelhlbulbleh.”  - Demi Demi.Stretching: 7/7 days.Ankle Therapy: 5/7 days.Current weight: 190lbCurrent running PB:                     5 miles: 7:42 per mile                    5k:      7:26 per mile (LifeTime Tropical 5k 2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week2:14 Weekly Achievements5:18 Current Standings6:12 The Plan for the Week7:40 Weekly Thoughts9:48 Outtro

This week the General Jerk of Fogo cut my whole Saturday shift, so I have lowered hours and my paycheck is going to be quite small.  This is a mental challenge and a financial challenge that I'm going to have to figure out.  However, Adri got a new job at an AMAZING new facial spa!  So her income should increase, and her dreams and career are moving forward!  That is what perseverance, determination, and hard work looks like!Quote of the week: “I can do this all day." - Steve Rodgers.Stretching: 7/7 days.Ankle Therapy: 0/0 days.Current weight: 190lbCurrent running PB:                     5 miles: 7:42 per mile                    5k:      7:26 per mile (LifeTime Tropical 5k 2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week1:16 Weekly Achievements2:32 Current Standings3:24 The Plan for the Week4:15 Weekly Thoughts7:15 Outtro

Another classic week on the grind, and my birthday was last Saturday!  It was such a relaxing, fun day off.  Sometimes it's hard to be fully present with a crazy schedule like this, but each week I try to be intentional and present in all of the important moments!  Like my birthday.Quote of the week: “Hard work beats lazy talent any day!"  - MyselfStretching: 7/7 days.Ankle Therapy: 7/7 days.Current weight: 190lbCurrent running PB:                     5 miles: 7:42 per mile                    5k:      7:26 per mile (LifeTime Tropical 5k 2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week1:16 Weekly Achievements4:15 Current Standings4:38 The Plan for the Week5:10 Weekly Thoughts5:34 Outtro

A classic week on the grind!  Sometimes it's hard to be fully present with a crazy schedule like this, but each week I try to be intentional and present in all of the important moments!Quote of the week: “Slow it down take your time cuz the sun shines on us all, start small, and think big y’all.” - Michael Franti & Spearhead.Stretching: 7/7 days.Ankle Therapy: 3/7 days.Current weight: 190lbCurrent running PB:                     5 miles: 7:42 per mile                    5k:      7:26 per mile (LifeTime Tropical 5k 2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week2:20 Weekly Achievements5:02 Current Standings6:08 The Plan for the Week7:05 Weekly Thoughts8:25 Outtro

This week felt so gooooooood!  I was productive at work, at school, and at home!  My novel is coming along nicely, school is going well, I'm working hard at work, and spending good quality time with Adri <3Quote of the week: No quote of the week this week.  Just don't procrastinate!Stretching: 7/7 days.Current weight: 190lbCurrent running PB:                     5 miles: 7:42 per mile                    5k:      7:26 per mile (LifeTime Tropical 5k 2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week1:36 Weekly Achievements4:52 Current Standings6:06 The Plan for the Week6:38 Weekly Thoughts7:45 Outtro

All of my financial obligations were fulfilled this week, and I even got an extra run and workout in!  So it was a nearly perfect theoretical week.  I felt a lot more tired this week because of it heh.  Only missed two ankle therapy sessions because I wanted to let it rest.  I'm looking forward to the next week!  We are doing really well all things considered.Here is the YouTube video I referenced for the weekly quote and weekly thoughts:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lBKfWcPT-UgQuote of the week: "He who works with his hands is a laborer.  He who works with his hands and his head is a craftsman.  He who works with his hands, his head, and his heart is an artist.” - Larry Janesky.Stretching and physical therapy: 5/7 days.Current weight: 188lbCurrent running PB:                     5 miles: 7:42 per mile                    5k:      7:26 per mile (LifeTime Tropical 5k 2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week2:30 Weekly Achievements5:19 Current Standings6:03 The Plan for the Week6:47 Weekly Thoughts10:58 Outtro

Just another week logged in the books for our jourey to the Goaliaths!  I'm happy with how this week went, and I'm ready for the next!Quote of the week:No quote for this week.Stretching and physical therapy: 7/7 days.Current weight: 188lbCurrent running PB:                     5 miles: 7:42 per mile                    5k:      7:26 per mile (LifeTime Tropical 5k 2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week0:45 Weekly Achievements3:04 Current Standings3:37 The Plan for the Week4:08 Weekly Thoughts7:01 Outtro

This week came with a weird and tough mental load.  It was a tough week at work.  But my physical therapy for my ankle is going so well!  My ankle feels back to normal!  Now my goal is to make it feel better than ever!  I think it might actually be possible to completely heal my ankle after like 8 years with how fast this therapy has taken away the pain.  So ankle therapy is here to stay.Quote of the week:“The harder you work for something, the greater you’ll feel when you achieve it.” - Unknown.Stretching and physical therapy: 6/7 days.Current weight: 188lbCurrent running PB:                     5 miles: 7:42 per mile                    5k:      7:26 per mile (LifeTime Tropical 5k 2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week3:22 Weekly Achievements7:59 Current Standings8:44 The Plan for the Week9:20 Weekly Thoughts13:48 Outtro

I forgot to say Happy Mother's day last week, so happy late mother's day!  This week was just a nice step along the path to our Goaliaths, and I also started doing ankle therapy again!  My ankle has just been so miserable the past couple weeks.  I needed to do something about it, so I've started the therapy and we'll see how it goes!Quote of the week:“Just work hard and be nice to people." - Michael Franti and Spearhead.Current weight: 192lbCurrent running PB:                     5 miles: 7:42 per mile                    5k:      7:26 per mile (LifeTime Tropical 5k 2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week1:15 Weekly Achievements5:25 Current Standings6:10 The Plan for the Week6:34 Weekly Thoughts7:48 Outtro

This was a wonderful productive, busy week with a nice paycheck!  This week I go over my own fears and worries and how I'm currently facing them to keep myself positive and confident!Quote of the week:“It is better to have fear and master it than to be fearless." - MyselfCurrent weight: 190lbCurrent running PB:                     5 miles: 7:42 per mile                    5k:      7:26 per mile (LifeTime Tropical 5k 2025)                    10k:     7:33 per mile (GetAway 10k in 2018)0:00 Intro and Quote of the Week1:33 Weekly Achievements3:53 Current Standings4:23 The Plan for the Week4:59 Weekly Thoughts16:32 Outtro