We’ve identified 9 Axioms that define why we as a community do what we do and what it means to make better athletes, teammates, and people - explained by the people that make EDGE possible.
LIVE WITH INTENTION, COME BACK TO IT OFTEN.
After running my first marathon in my uncle's name and raising funds for cancer research, my intention was to qualify for and run the Boston Marathon. Over the next two years, every workout, every run... He was my motivation. When I would get tired, I would think of my Uncle Chris. - Lydia
EMBRACE WEAKNESSES, THEN SEEK OUT TO DESTROY THEM – NIKE+ RUN CLUB
Training for my first Ironman, I had to learn to swim and ride a tri bike. I accepted that I would finish as one of the last athletes. That was two fulls and two half Ironmans ago. My determination to finish keeps me going. - Jen
MEDIOCRITY HAS NO HOME HERE.
This shouldn't be confused with a measure of time or speed, or how elite someone is. It's easy to cut a workout short, do one less rep, skip a session - that's what defines mediocrity. The mind games we play with ourselves determine the outcome. - Brian
YOU ARE STRONGER THAN YOU THINK YOU ARE. YOU CAN GO FARTHER THAN YOU THINK YOU CAN. – KEN CHLOUBER (FOUNDER, LEADVILLE 100)
It's hard to think of being strong when I'm in a dark place, but setting mini goals proves I am stronger than I think. Through these small building blocks, I'm setting myself up for more than previously imaginable. A current goal of mine is to body-weight squat pain-free and every day I work on the smaller things that will help achieve this. You may laugh, but this is a huge achievement out of two dark, injury-ridden years. - Shawna
DO THINGS THAT MAKE YOU UNCOMFORTABLE. THAT IS HOW YOU GROW. – JOE MADDEN
As athletes, we train to get fitter, stronger and faster yet it is easy to fall into a routine. Whether challenging a constant negative thought pattern or pushing an unprecedented pace, these moments away from what we know can be the most rewarding. It does not do well to fear the unknown. Fear, instead, the idea of becoming complacent and habitual. - Kelsea
IT’S SUPPOSED TO BE HARD…THE HARD IS WHAT MAKES IT GREAT. – TOM HANKS
Finishing my first marathon gave me the confidence to achieve any goal I set out for myself, no matter how grand in size. It made me a stronger person. Now the further the better. I get psyched when I see “20-some miles” on my training calendar – sick I know. I actually get excited to be the sore, hobbling runner you see the day after the race. - Katie
HONOR THE SWEAT BOND.
Over the past couple years, I’ve trained more and more in group settings with fellow runners becoming some of my closest friends. We may be training for different races and even different distances but we run together with the common goal of ending the day as better athletes than when we woke up. It’s a bond of mutual respect and camaraderie that can unite even the most polar opposites. No matter race, religion or creed, everyone sweats. - Luc
LISTEN TO THAT LITTLE VOICE WHISPERING IN YOUR HEAD. IT’S TELLING YOU WHAT YOU WANT, HOWEVER CRAZY.
For years I was a social worker - a title that encompassed much of my identity. I listened to the little voice and found EDGE, hired a triathlon coach and started my own music business. It’s never too late to take a risk and lean into an unknown that could become one of the most beautiful parts of the path you choose. - Laura
STAY HUNGRY, ALWAYS.
It’s a feeling deep within you to be better than you were the day before. It’s knowing the only limits that can ever keep you from reaching your goals are the limits you impose on yourself. Staying hungry means acknowledging the limits that confront us day in and day out, and continually deciding to ignore them. - Jaime
As I trained for the Rio Paralympics, EDGE was the perfect place for me to recover in between my grueling workouts so I could perform my best day after day. It all paid off when I earned a bronze medal in Rio! Whether it's for bike, run or strength training, recovering in a pair of recovery boots, drinking a cup of coffee or chatting with the members about their past and current races, it is one of my favorite places to go - EDGE Athlete Lounge has become my second home!
I use EDGE for both training and recovery… having the Woodway treadmills and a room to do weights and other-related strength exercises when I need them is very helpful and convenient. Without question, utilizing EDGE on a consistent basis has helped me stay injury-free. In fact, as someone who has a history of being injured, since joining EDGE, I have yet to experience a significant injury. I attribute that largely to having ready access to state of the art recovery tools that EDGE provides its members with.
I will be racing the Boston Marathon in April, a race in which I am targeting a sub-2:30. Bearing that Boston goes according to plan, I intend on attacking a 2:25 clocking at the 2017 Chicago Marathon! Furthermore, I am planning on breaking 15:00 in the 5K and 1:09 in the half-marathon
EDGE helped me fight my way to the title of North American Cycle Courier Champion in 2016 and I’ve got 2017 in the crosshairs. As a full time bike messenger and a professional cyclist, my schedule allows very little time to give my muscles a break. The amazing staff and facilities at EDGE have allowed me to give my body the much needed recovery it needs between rides and have helped me ride farther, ride harder, and ride stronger than ever before. Fresh legs TRULY bring FAST TIMES!