Author Archives: Marshall Ramsey

The Mighty Saturn V

Posted on February 16, 2015 by Marshall Ramsey

It stands as tall as a 36-story building and if it had failed at launch, the explosion would have rivaled a small atomic bomb. It was designed using pencil, paper and sweat by men who had designed the very rockets … Continue reading →

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Fit2Fat2Fit Blog: Day 23 February 12, 2015

Posted on February 12, 2015 by Marshall Ramsey

The tale of two days. Tuesday morning, I was in Oxford — so no PLS. I ran 4.5 miles on Ole Miss’ campus. A great morning. Wednesday, I was exhausted. I had been dealing with something personal and was tired … Continue reading →

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You’re not defined by what happens to you

Posted on February 12, 2015 by Marshall Ramsey

Last night, I cracked open a copy of my book Fried Chicken & Wine and read one of the stories. It’s the one about the man who gets fired and with the help of a random stranger, restarts his life. … Continue reading →

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Running down a new path

Posted on February 10, 2015 by Marshall Ramsey

At 5:30 this morning, I ran about four and a half miles on the Ole Miss campus. The north wind was cutting me in half and burning my lungs. I ran, thinking about my dinner from the night before and … Continue reading →

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Thank God It’s Monday

Posted on February 9, 2015 by Marshall Ramsey

Thank God it’s Monday. I know. Saying that makes me weird. But I’m not giving up 1/7th of my life being grumpy that it’s Monday. I’m also declaring war on fear. Monday is as good of a day to do … Continue reading →

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Fit2Fat2Fit Blog: Day 20 January 6, 2015

Posted on February 6, 2015 by Marshall Ramsey

My Fit2Fat2Fit Blog is the journal of an awkward, unnatural “athlete” who is trying to live a healthier life for his wife, kids and community. Yes, that’s me. I write about my nearly daily struggles to stay fit. I guess … Continue reading →

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Fit2Fat2FitBlog Day 19 February 5

Posted on February 5, 2015 by Marshall Ramsey

Fit2Fat2FitBlog Day 19 February 5 The Coaches heard “Throwback Thursday” and thought it was “Throw-up Thursday.” But I didn’t puke. I thought about it once or twice. And by the end of the workout, I was thankful for the butt-kicking. … Continue reading →

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Fear nearly destroyed my life

Posted on February 5, 2015 by Marshall Ramsey

Fear nearly destroyed my life. I know, stupid isn’t it? Talk about a complete waste of a perfectly good imagination. But it’s true. It wrapped around my soul 13 years ago and send me into a death spiral. I was … Continue reading →

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Muddy Shoes

Posted on February 4, 2015 by Marshall Ramsey

  If you notice my shoes today, they’re muddy. And for good reason.   Why? Let’s go back to the beginning.   It was last night about 6:30 and life was punching me hard. Some things I have no control … Continue reading →

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Fit2Fat2FitBlog Day 17 February 3, 2015

Posted on February 3, 2015 by Marshall Ramsey

I’m sore. That’s a good thing. I am getting stronger, faster and better. But dang, my shoulders ache. And burn. And hurt. At one point, I was thinking, “I’m too old for this…” But I’m not. The very reason I … Continue reading →

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