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When Routine Takes Over
I got up at 5, and the routine took over:Meditation. Day planning. Run. Shower.Then a full-on, busy day at work. On the way home, I actually forgot I’d already run this morning.Cool, isn’t it? 20,000 steps logged.Back on track.
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Never Miss Two Sessions in a Row
Last week, I missed three training sessions. That’s a lot. Life got in the way — I’m in the middle of moving, still doing paint work, helping a friend, juggling a hundred things at once. But the truth is: I need to organize myself better. I know the answer. 5 a.m.If I could just stick to…
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The Collector
People collect all sorts of things — butterflies, stamps, vinyl records.In John Fowles’ novel The Collector (highly recommended), the main character collected something else: women. Creepy, obsessive, dangerous.So every time I meet someone obsessed with collecting, I think: careful… that stuff can turn dark. Yesterday I visited a photo vernissage in Axams, Austria — the work…
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One Month In: From OfficeBart to IronBart
It’s been a month since I started this blog. Some posts have zero views the others three. But I didn’t start this to become a blogger. I’m doing this to become an Ironman. The first month of my transformation — from office-bound Bart to something closer to IronBart. Right now, I’m somewhere in the RunBart phase. Fitter,…
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Ironman First – Your Training, Your Responsibility
I didn’t run this morning.The plan was to go cycling after work — finally get back on the bike with my colleagues. A solid 80 km loop. Perfect motivation, great weather, good company. And then: one guy bailed because of the weather.The other forgot it’s the last week of school for his three kids.So —…
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5 A.M. Club – Run Before the World Wakes Up
Today I got up at 4 a.m. I couldn’t sleep.But I’m not a morning person. Or at least, I wasn’t. If you can’t find time to run during the day, there’s only one real option: get up one hour earlier. Sure, running in the evening is possible — but it’s hard. Work might run late.…
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Day 84: Rest Day, Restless Mind
Today was a rest day — at least on paper. But there was no rest in my head. I’ve got personal stuff going on. Heavy. No, I’m not ready to talk about it here. But let’s just say: I didn’t feel like running. Still, maybe I should have. Sometimes 10k does more for your mind…
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Training on Keto: 21km Long Run with Ankle Pain
Today was my “big deal” run — the one from the Born to Run 2 plan that caps off the week. It’s Day 83.The goal: 21 kilometers. Not a “half marathon” — let’s be honest, that term is reserved for race day. If there’s no bib, no start line, no crowd, then it’s just a training…
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Saturday’s Special: Why You Should Register for the 3-Länder-Marathon at Lake Constance
It’s official: I’ve registered for the 3-Länder-Marathon, which takes place this October at Lake Constance. And I want to tell you why I think you should consider it too. 🌍 Three Countries, One Race The name says it all: 3-Länder-Marathon literally means Three Countries Marathon. And that’s exactly what it is. You start in Lindau, Germany, run through Austria, into Switzerland, and…
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Ironman Training: Why Easy Runs Matter More Than You Think
Day 81 of training.Today was just a slow 10k. It felt… slow. And honestly, a bit tough. The kind of run where your legs ask, “Why are we doing this again?” But this, right here, is the work that matters. Many runners fall into the trap of trying to beat yesterday every single day. But…
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Want to Run Faster? Start With Threshold Runs
Today was my first threshold pace session since… 2018. I didn’t realize how much I’d missed this type of training. It was tough — 4 x 10 minutes at tempo pace, with 2 minutes recovery in between. Classic Jack Daniels. The second rep is always the hardest, but I pushed through and finished strong. My…
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Day 78 – No Music, No Rush
Day 78 of my Born to Run training. I switched off the music today and ran an easy 10k. It felt good. Relaxed pace, no pressure. But my cadence dropped again — back to 160 spm. Seems like without music, I lose the rhythm. Still, it was a good run. Not every day has to be perfect.…
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Jack Born to Run Daniels
Today I ran 10k.According to Born to Run 2.Actually, no — according to Jack Daniels.Funny, isn’t it? Why does it even matter which plan I follow? And yet… it does. Somehow it’s in my head.The plan gives structure. The structure gives momentum.And momentum keeps me going. Anyway — it was a good run.My pace is…
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Rest day — Because That’s When You Get Stronger
Today I found my old Jack Daniels Running Formula, the same book I used for my first marathon in Hamburg in 2014. His plan brought me to a whole new level. Funny thing is, just a few days ago I was excited about my progress with Born to Run 2. And I still am — today is…
Another man’s journey to Ironman
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