So, this evening I went out for an easy 3 mile run. There are some days when you are just in the zone and can really use the time to escape and think. Running has become such a huge part of my life, and sometimes I enjoy it and other days it feels like a hassle, but no matter what I always climb back up. Over the past few years, I have had a lot of struggles with this sport and it got to a point where running was controlling my life. When I was injured, or not running well, it was affecting me as a person, and I got to a point where I couldn't find the fire to compete like I used to. But, the most important thing I have learned from this sport is to stay discipline and dedicated to what you do. Everytime I fall down, something inside of me doesn't let me quit. In life, giving up seems like such an easy escape, but things always get better and there is always something better at the end of the finish line. I do not know how long I will continue competitive running, but I know that wahtever I do after college, I will devote the same amount of effort to it. Being in Mammoth enables me to escape and appreciate this crazy sport of running. I feel so dedicated and committed to my task while up here. I wish all of you could see what I get to vision everyday while up here. Alright, we'll enough preaching for now, take care and I'll catch you later!

-Josh