Would you believe me if I said running improves your ability to play music? As a musician I find the more I run, the better I play. You might ask, “How is this possible?” The studies have and will continue to pour in on how cardiovascular fitness boosts the functions of the brain. I’d like […]
Wow, what an adventure. After I ran my first marathon in San Francisco in July 2015, I knew that I wanted to give it a second try to break three hours. After I recovered from the San Francisco hills, I embarked on a seven month journey to improve my running with the sole goal of […]
Artistry. As a musician, that’s what I see with running. From the first time I saw the rhythm and coolness of the best east African runners, I knew running had a lot to offer for me if I worked at it. The time I watched Wilson Kipsang clock 2:03:23 in Berlin and when I watched […]
As a guitarist it’s most essential to improve. Here are ten items that I’ve been thinking about from my encounters with other guitarists and through my own experience in teaching. I’ve noticed a few gaps in the process of learning how to become a well-rounded guitarist. These steps will help in developing your skill and […]
Sunday, July 26, 2015. I wake up at 3 am (what really feels like 6 am) to eat whatever I have left of my Pad Thai, drink my espresso and hop in the shower. After I dress, I step out on the balcony in my hotel room to check the weather. Yes! Ideal racing conditions: […]
In case you missed it, I’m currently training for my first marathon of 26.2 miles. Though I’m currently training in New York (Manhattan and Brooklyn), I’ll be traveling to San Francisco for the race on July 26th. I thought I’d share what I’ve learned so far from the training process. Right after I completed my […]