Yesterday's run was one of the most challenging of my life. The sun was out, which is different for me since I'm used to running under a dark sky on cool nights. Every time I turned the corner onto one of the straights the sun would hit my face and remind me of how tired I was.

I got a cramp on about the 4th lap that never really left me no matter how much I tried to fill my lungs with air and hold it.

But days like these happen. In a way I like them better because those days are more of a challenge. I know if I can finish my goals on those days, I can finish my goals on any days. And I did clear my 3 miles and felt perfect the rest of the night.

My healthy food last night was exceptionally good... and spicy. I barely even eat food any more that doesn't hurt at least a little bit. But if you want some healthy food that will impress your friends, try this soup. Tracy also made some vegan buffalo chicken wraps - a classic favorite of my unhealthy days revisited in a regiment friendly form. If she posts about that I will point you guys in the right direction.

Lately I've been struggling with where to hold the 12 day sleep deprivation stunt. Part of me wants to do it here, mostly for convenience, but at the same time I see it happening elsewhere. Part of me sees it at Fountain Square in Cincinnati still - the spot where I always envisioned my spectacles happening when I first started picking up decks of cards. Or maybe there are other cities that would appreciate it more. I haven't even considered those.

Time is running out and I need the perfect spot to break this world record.

I'm already getting ideas for my next performance art piece, but I shouldn't be. The one in front of me is too daunting of a task to overlook.