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Scott Dakus is riding his bike 3000 miles coast to coast in the Race Across American (RAAM). This is Scott’s second attempt at this challenging race and for his second effort he has decided to use this race to help raise money for the Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation (NCCF). He chose NCCF partly because it is a worthwhile local charity but also because it has been a source of inspiration for him when he is riding. As Scott mentions in the interview many of his biking pains and injuries can be healed in 3-4 weeks, but for some of the children and families supported through NCCF their pain can last forever.

The RAAM bike race is one of the most challenging bike races in the world and, for many endurance athletes, completing this race is the highlight of their career. To ride 3000 miles in only 12 days not only requires great physical toughness but mental and emotional toughness as well. In this interview I had the privilege of leaning about Scott’s training and nutrition methods for the race. We also discussed the attitude and mindset it takes to accomplish your goals and dreams whether it be a bike race or some other endeavor.

Links discussed in the show:

Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation – If you would like to make a donation just call the NCCF number posted on their website and tell them you are supporting Scott. Also you may contact Scott through the RAAM website.

Race Across America (RAAM) – Here is a link to Scott’s Page or find out more about the race at raceacrossamerica.org

Nubsnow.com – Follow Scott on his Blog, You Tube, and Facebook

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It is rare that I actually feel alone when I am exercising.  Usually my workouts are a way for me to focus on improving my body and relieving stress.  I am internally competative so I am constantly pushing myself to make little improvements from my previous workout.

On this particular day I took off on my morning run and got almost a mile down the road when I came upon a family of four out for a morning bike ride.  I passed them at the stoplight as they organized themselves back on to their bikes to cross the street and it didn’t take long for them to pass me back as this family of four pedaled along.  The Dad was on his bike and attached in tandem to his rear wheel was a smaller bike upon which sat his proud son.  The son would, of course, pedal his tandem bike as hard as he could but without any bike chain his Dad was actually doing all the work.  On a second bike was the mother and directly behind her, in a small baby seat, was the youngest of the family just taking a nap and enjoying the outdoor family workout.

This delightful scene, that seemed to be straight out of a movie, made me think of my family and how enjoyable it would have been to have them there on my morning run.  We just had our first baby 1 month ago so I am excited now about taking her along on some workouts.  My point is that whether you are a family of 2 or 10 we can often find our best workout partners right in our own home.  Some couples are on the same fitness level and it is great when you can workout together and push each other.  If you are not on the same fitness level as the rest of your family you can still set aside some of your easier or recovery workouts as family workouts.  Why not have fun and spend time together while getting in shape.

If you are interested in solutions to bring young kids along on your workouts I have two suggestions.

The BOB Revolution Running Stroller may be just what you need to keep the little one cool and comfortable while running.  It is well built and has a shock system to absorb bumps in the road.

You can find the BOB Revolution at Road Runner Sports.

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Burley Bike Trailers and Convertible Strollers also make a great do-it-all solution.

Burley Bike Strollers and Trailers

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