I notice quite a bit of criticism being leveled at the hiking app world at the moment. I believe that this is misguided for a few reasons.… Read more “All fails and other fallacies”
Author: leorust
Trail runner and outdoor enthusiast. Inspiring others to explore their environment and pushing their limits.
Goals not own goals!
We are almost at the end of the month of setting goals. We only have 11 months left of this year! Yikes So why is it so… Read more “Goals not own goals!”
“I hate my job” – and other lies
We have all heard versions of the above quote. Followed by a resigned sigh. And then acknowledgement from whoever is listening. We have probably said it more… Read more ““I hate my job” – and other lies”
Points of Reference
I feel like a first-year at varsity. The year before I was a child, suddenly grown up. All of a sudden there were girls in mini-skirts and… Read more “Points of Reference”
Integrity part 1
I might disappoint you, even piss you off. I might take 2 steps back, for every 1 forward. I might change direction. I might make dumb mistakes.… Read more “Integrity part 1”
Friends
With friends now gone I first looked into the deep blue sea. From the relative safety of the Frontal we traced the lines of the Horror Crack,… Read more “Friends”
What are you measuring?
Whereas the tape measure is the most basic there are many other measurables at our disposal. My sports watch measures Heart Rate, Heart Rate Variability, how fast… Read more “What are you measuring?”
On Balance
It is only natural to want to grow, learn, gain knowledge, improve. This is truly living. Every improvement, insight, gain in enlightenment even, comes at a cost.… Read more “On Balance”
Gradient – some thoughts
Many years ago I was walking towards the North Six Shooter outside Moab with my climbing partner. By far I was the weaker climber – on paper… Read more “Gradient – some thoughts”
Surfing the Line
Maybe a better description would be “balancing the line” or something similar. I want to convey the feeling of dynamic movement, of back and forth, zig-zagging, carving… Read more “Surfing the Line”
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