Tuesday, December 12, 2017

Hat Trick Earns Dallas’ Radek Faksa Three-Stars Honor


As the owner of Flower Mound, Texas’ Valley Ridge Roofing & Construction, Randy Eastburg makes all business decisions and meets with insurance adjusters and sub-contractors to inspect completed work. When he isn’t working, Randy Eastburg enjoys following his favorite National Hockey League (NHL) team, the Dallas Stars.

After an average start to the 2017-18 regular season, the Dallas Stars posted a perfect 4-0 record for the week ending December 3, which improved the team’s overall record to 16-10-1 and moved them into fourth place in their division. One of the catalysts toward the team’s recent success has been center Radek Faksa. The 23-year-old third-year pro scored five goals, added two assists, and registered a plus-7 rating during the team’s four-game winning streak and was subsequently named one of the NHL’s Three Stars of the week.

Faksa scored in three of the Stars’ four games during the week and posted a three-goal performance in a November 28 contest against the Vegas Golden Knights. He scored all three goals in a seven-minute span during the second period. The Czech Republic native also added single tallies in back-to-back games against the Chicago Blackhawks. He now has 10 goals and six assists in 26 games and is only two goals away from tying his career-high.

Wednesday, December 6, 2017

Cowboys Center Nominated for NFL Sportsmanship Award


An experienced business owner, Randy Eastburg served over a decade as president of New Mexico's Cross Country Auto Sales before launching his current endeavor Valley Ridge Roofing and Construction in Flower Mound, Texas, in 2010. Beyond his business pursuits, Randy Eastburg is a passionate fan of the National Football League's (NFL) Dallas Cowboys.

In 2014, the NFL established the Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award in honor of the late owner of the Pittsburgh Steelers. The first three winners of the award were Larry Fitzgerald, Charles Woodson, and Frank Gore, and a Dallas Cowboys player has an opportunity to become the fourth winner of the award. The team nominated center Travis Frederick as its representative for the award, which will be presented on the weekend of Super Bowl LII in February 2018. 

A first-round pick of the Cowboys in the 2013 NFL Draft, Frederick is a three-time Pro Bowl player who serves as a captain with Dallas and has yet to miss a start in his five-year career. The eight finalists for the award will be chosen by a panel of four NFL legends (Curtis Martin, Karl Mecklenburg, Warrick Dunn, and Leonard Wheeler) and, from there, current players will vote for who they believe is the most deserving. The winner of the award receives a $25,000 donation toward the charity of his choice.

Saturday, July 15, 2017

History of the American Quarter Horse


Randy Eastburg has been the owner of Valley Ridge Roofing and Construction in Flower Mound, Texas since 2010. A lover of race horses, Randy Eastburg, used to breed quarter horses.

The quarter horse was bred in the United States in the 17th century as a cross between the domestic horses of Spanish origin and the English ones brought into Virginia as early as 1610. One of the earliest national breeds, it was recognized by the 1860s and received its name by its prowess in racing on the quarter-mile tracks in Rhode Island and Virginia. 

By the early 19th century, quarter horses lost favor due to the superior ability of the thoroughbreds that could run faster and for longer distances. Nevertheless, the quarter horse soon found a new position as a horse for cowboys. Their short, stocky, and muscular frame was ideal for the agility required of a cattle horse.

Despite its long history, it wasn’t until 1940 that the breed’s enthusiasts formed the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA). Before the end of the 20th century, the AQHA had registered 2.5 million horses, and was the world’s largest organization of horse breeders.

Friday, June 23, 2017

Harley-Davidson Debuts New Street Rod


For more than seven years, Randy Eastburg has owned Valley Ridge Roofing and Construction in Flower Mound, Texas. He has led the company to averaging gross sales of approximately $5 million per year over the last two years. In his leisure time, Randy Eastburg is a motorcycle enthusiast who enjoys riding his Harley-Davidson bike. 

In early June 2017, Harley-Davidson debuted its new Street Rod during the National Hot Rod Association’s Summernationals event, which was held at Englishtown, New Jersey’s Old Bridge Township Raceway Park. The design for the new carbon fiber-outfitted motorcycle was undertaken in conjunction with Milwaukee-based Vance & Hines Motorsport, and the bike was wind tunnel tested for peak aerodynamics before its final release. 

The motorcycle is specifically designed for use in heavy traffic and downtown city situations. In his comments, Harley-Davidson global brand director Scott Beck touted the new motorcycle as the ideal bike to add to the acclaimed Pro Stock Motorcycle series.

Thursday, May 25, 2017

Maximize Workout Value of Cycling


Randy Eastburg owns and operates Valley Ridge Roofing and Construction in Flower Mound, Texas. A cyclist in his free time, Randy Eastburg enjoys maximizing the fitness value of each ride.

To get the best workout from a cycling session, an athlete must first pay attention to form. This starts with maintaining a strong core, which requires a stable - yet relaxed - flat back. The upper body should remain still, rather than rocking side to side, which expends excess energy. Similarly, cyclists should sit whenever possible, as standing requires as much as 10 percent more effort.

Efficiency also requires riders to pedal in smooth circles of approximately 90 revolutions per minute (rpm). This maximizes the benefit to the cardiovascular system and allows for a longer ride, as slower pedaling can exhaust the muscles more quickly.

If cyclists wish to build muscular endurance, interval training can be extremely effective. One popular exercise is to pedal hard for 40 seconds and recover for 20 seconds, repeating this sequence 10 times for a single set. Pedaling hard up a hill, meanwhile, can help cyclists build strength and ultimately develop a more powerful stroke.

With a combination of efficient riding and intentional strength building, cyclists get the most out of each outing. In as little as a month, a rider can become a more powerful athlete.

Wednesday, April 19, 2017

Top Reasons to Choose Biking as an Exercise


Randy Eastburg became the owner of Valley Ridge Roofing and Construction in Flower Mound, Texas in 2010. Since then he has grown the business from a small residential roofing company to a commercial and residential construction company with over 10 million dollars in sales. When he has free time, Randy Eastburg enjoys bike riding as a primary means of exercise. Here are some of the top reasons to choose biking as exercise.

1. Biking works all lower body muscles, building lean muscle mass from the ankles to the lower back. Abdominal muscles are also strengthened from balancing the bike, which improves posture and other aspects of upper body strength.

2. Besides the physical benefits, biking can spark neurons in the brain that sharpen thinking. The brain's ability to concentrate and recall information is enhanced since neurotransmitters in the brain are able to communicate more effectively.

3. Biking in neighborhoods has become easier since local governments in recent years have created more bike parking and biking paths and lanes. Designated bike lanes have increased the safety of biking on busy roads, encouraging more people to use their bikes and making the activity more commonplace.

Wednesday, March 22, 2017

Motorcycle Riding as a Form of Exercise



A successful entrepreneur with nearly 20 years’ experience, Randy Eastburg launched his latest company, Valley Ridge Roofing and Construction, in 2010. During his free time, Randy Eastburg enjoys hitting the open road on his Harley-Davidson motorcycle.

Although motorcycle riding involves sitting for extended periods of time, it is actually a low-impact exercise that helps riders lose weight. Compared to driving a car, riding a motorcycle exerts much more physical strain on the body. Riders burn calories simply by controlling the gears and maintaining their balance. However, this activity becomes even more strenuous when riders fight against a headwind, as the body’s muscles naturally tense up to resist the opposing force. The accompanying adrenaline boost also speeds up the rider’s heart rate, pushing it to levels comparable to those generated by an intense workout. 

Motorcycle riding tones muscles as well. Steering heavy bikes, particularly at slow speeds, strengthens core and thigh muscles. It can also prevent knee problems since strong thigh muscles tend to stabilize the patella.