Changing up the routine...

One of the worst things that could ever happen to me, would be being out of shape.
I got to that point about 2 and half years ago, when I just had finished my second winter here in Aspen.
Since the company I work for closes in the spring for about 5 weeks, there is lots of time for traveling and exploring, but possibly also boredom.
Ending the ski season being kinda overweight and feeling fatigue all the time, I decided something had to change for the better. After I returned from my trips that off-season I had the biggest urge ever to get back in shape, and get back to where i used to be when I was still playing soccer back in Germany.
Simultaneously with the reopening of the Hotel, there was also a new Front Desk Manager hired when I returned.
First impression??? Tall, skinny guy, big smile, and one of the most positive attitudes that I have come across since I moved here.
May I introduce you to Mr. Dylan Bowman. (dylanbowman.com - if you are interested...)
I usually wouldn't write much about someone else on my personal blog, but "DBO" has definitely earned his spot.
First of all, I'm always a little skeptical when it comes to new hires within the company, I'm not sure why that is, but it might just be that I tend to be a little overprotective. Anyhow, there didn't seem to be space for that with this guy.
Which brings me to what this blog is mostly about. Running...
So when I first met Dylan, I wasn't aware of his amazing performances on the trails, and how he had come a long way to get to the point where he is at right now.
To me it was astonishing with how much passion and dedication he approached the sport of ultra running. Being constantly exposed to the attitude and can do power of an individual like him, makes such a huge difference in your own life. Of course you have to be open for this, and it takes a lot of observing, before you actually see what the reason for this passion is. Ultimately I have found, that it's not just being in shape, but furthermore and even more importantly the connection one builds with nature, and all it beauty it has to offer. Every single time time I get out there and explore the trails in and around Aspen, I would almost describe it as a rejuvenating feeling. Every run is different, but not just in length and intensity, but also different weather patterns and trial conditions. One of my most enjoyable runs was this April, when I went from sun-to hail-to snow within 30 minutes...

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