Drops in The Bucket

by | Oct 17, 2011 | Discipline, Fitness, Focus | 28 comments

Check two off of the The Bucket List for me.

First, I made it all 31 miles and completed my first Ultra Marathon on Saturday, at the North Face Endurance Challenge on the F.D.R. Trail at Pine Mountain.  What an amazing day!  Brutal, but amazing.

Crossing the finish line and receiving that medal brought an incredible sense of accomplishment.

The second drop in “The Bucket” was meeting, and running with, Ultra Marathon Man, Dean Karnazes.

Dean is one of the most accomplished endurance athletes on the planet, most notably running 50 marathons in 50 states on 50 consecutive days.

Dean made a statement this weekend that applies to every area of life.  I will let you chew on it today and decide for yourself how to apply it to your own life and leadership.

Dean said . . . “The only thing standing between you and your dreams, is you.”

Not anymore!

 

i2i,

Randy

 

What is something that is on your Bucket List?

28 Comments

  1. Stephen LaFond
    Stephen LaFond on October 17, 2011 at 8:43 am

    Way to go Randy!! You were in my thoughts and prayers and I am so pleased that you were able to complete the entire race! What an accomplishment!
    “The only thing standing between you and your dreams, is you.”
    What a powerful statement, I know I am suppose to be reading your blog everyday! Just another elbow in the ribs from God. Pastor Ken’s sermon this weekend was just about this, me, I am the only one standing in the way of being more Christ like. I can do anything with God as long as I get the heck out of the way and try to run the show myself. I think I will get the heck out of the way and let the Director direct.
    Thank you for this daily blog!
    God Bless,
    Stephen

    • Randy
      Randy on October 17, 2011 at 8:50 am

      Thanks Stephen. You can do it!

  2. Ronna Bush
    Ronna Bush on October 17, 2011 at 9:13 am

    I am so proud of you Big Bro! You are a leader in every sense of the word. I love you and am blessed to be your sister!
    Ronna

  3. David
    David on October 17, 2011 at 9:32 am

    So proud of you Randy. You are an inspiration to many!

  4. Matthew Critten
    Matthew Critten on October 17, 2011 at 9:33 am

    GREAT JOB RANDY!!!! What an amazing accomplishment!

    • Swinsei
      Swinsei on October 17, 2011 at 9:42 am

      I like the Run Club USA shirt you are wearing! Did you get Dean to join our Club. BTW, you’re now off probation!

    • Randy
      Randy on October 17, 2011 at 1:08 pm

      thanks Matt. The lunch on Friday pulled me though!

  5. Mark
    Mark on October 17, 2011 at 10:50 am

    Randy,
    Great accomplishment and inspiration. Plus you got to meet Dean. He was a keynote speaker a couple of years agoa at a trade association I belonged to. I think he’s a testament to his statement because as he described the 50 marathons in 50 days, there was a lot of uncertainty, but he found ways to do it. Just as you found ways to complete all 31 miles on Saturday.
    Congrats again.

  6. Gerri
    Gerri on October 17, 2011 at 11:22 am

    In your own words, “That’s a Beauty!” Way to go!The biggest compliment I can give you is that I knew you would make it! That’s who you are.

    • Randy
      Randy on October 17, 2011 at 1:06 pm

      thanks Gerri. I love it!

  7. Glo
    Glo on October 17, 2011 at 11:42 am

    Wow Randy! Way to go! Thanks for being a leader worth following… leading by example in all areas of your life!

    • Randy
      Randy on October 17, 2011 at 1:06 pm

      thanks Glo. I appreciate the encouragement!

  8. Valerie Burrell
    Valerie Burrell on October 17, 2011 at 12:43 pm

    Awesome! Congratulations 🙂

  9. John Robinson
    John Robinson on October 17, 2011 at 1:06 pm

    Well done and congratulations!

  10. mini max
    mini max on October 17, 2011 at 7:23 pm

    WAY TO GO MR G! Thats AWSOME! i have two for you 1) drive the auto bond in germany and go…. fast. 2) Play pebble beach. both with my dad

    • The Jones Family
      The Jones Family on October 17, 2011 at 7:55 pm

      so proud of all 31 miles ~ your desicipline is stellar!

    • Randy
      Randy on October 18, 2011 at 8:08 am

      sign me up for both PMax!

  11. Jon White
    Jon White on October 18, 2011 at 2:46 pm

    Congratulations Randy. Great accomplishment.
    Are you ready for some long distance hiking ?

    • Randy
      Randy on October 18, 2011 at 3:16 pm

      Not sure I could hang with you!

      • kathy in California
        kathy in California on October 18, 2011 at 5:21 pm

        Randy, Congratulations! I am feeling overjoyed for you. What an accomplishment. You really gave it your all, something I noticed about you in China. You shine for the Father!
        Now, enjoy some rest.

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