This is a space dedicated to the pursuit of an Attainable State: a life where fitness serves us, not the other way around. We explore the balance between the raw power of CrossFit and the long miles of endurance off-road cycling, not for podiums, but for long-term health and the ability to eat pizza without guilt. It’s a journal for the 'everyman' practitioner, navigating the compromises between a busy life and the desire to be durable. Welcome to the search for what's good enough, because being 'good enough' is a pretty great place to be, in my opinion.`
On Monday, I’m building strength under a barbell. On Saturday, I’m building endurance on my Gravel/Mountainbike. Some say that the quest to effectively balance strength and endurance will leave you as either a weak cyclist or a weak lifter.
I'm not an athlete, and I don't pretend to be.
As a man with multiple roles, including being a husband and a father to four teenagers, those roles come with responsibilities that can make life seem busy.
In parallel with this, I'm trying to figure out how to be strong and go the distance.
This is a journal born from the real-world challenge of combining the intensity of CrossFit with the endurance of cycling (and a bit of running), without letting either one take over my life.
My philosophy is simple: I believe in the Attainable State. That’s a place where fitness is a tool for a longer, more resilient life, not a source of pressure. It’s about celebrating the honest effort, embracing the compromises, and understanding that consistency beats perfection every single time.
If you're also navigating the balance between your passions and your responsibilities, and believe that 'good enough' is a pretty great place to be, then you're in the right place.
This isn't a rulebook; it's a journey I'm sharing. Welcome.
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