It’s Not What You Eat, It’s When You Eat
For more than 40 years I weighed the same 170 pounds. I wasn’t trying to lose weight, yet a simple 12-hour eating window — nothing between 6pm and 6am — subtly changed my metabolism, my performance, and my understanding of longevity. Here’s the surprising science behind it.
I Didn’t Expect This: How Structured Training Transformed My Performance at 60
At 60, I didn’t expect my performance to improve—but structured training changed everything. Combining long Zone 2 rides with targeted intervals boosted my power, endurance, and race results beyond expectations. It’s proof that with consistency and smart planning, real progress is possible at any age.
Overconfidence is Not a Winning Strategy
One week, I cramped, crashed, and bled my way to a disappointing third at Marathon Nationals. The next, I executed nearly flawlessly at XC Nationals to earn the stars-and-stripes jersey. By fixing my hydration, cooling, and race strategy—and with the help of my son—I turned setback into redemption.
Gunnison Growler Recap: Beating the Clock by Three Seconds
Three seconds. That’s how close I cut it to my sub-three-hour goal at the Gunnison Growler—a race full of loose descents, punchy climbs, and rock slabs with cliffside views. I battled dust, derailleur drama, and dehydration, but crossed the line at 2:59:57 grinning broadly on the final flow trail.
My Journey Into Structured Training: From Fun Rides to FTP
After 40 years of riding by feel, I got a coach—my 15-year-old son—and dove headfirst into structured training. From Zone 2 slogs to FTP horror shows, here’s how science (and a teenager) helped me race faster, suffer smarter, and finally train like I meant it.
The Old New Mexican 