“I can't sleep in, even if I stay up late the night before. So if I begin the day…” — Laird Hamilton

Traveling throws your body totally out of sync. It limits your access to healthy foods, sends you into different time zones that alter your hormonal balance, disrupts your sleep, and stiffens your muscles and joints.

What separates great athletes from mediocre ones isn't only talent and training - it's also how well they can handle discomfort.

I love swimming in rough water, usually along cliff lines and places where the waves are really banging on you.

Sharing is how I learn.