Tomorrow, I ride in a 12.4 mile bike ride. Last year I finished near the back. I wasn't in shape. I hadn't been riding. And, I was almost 50 pounds heavier. This year, my goal is to shave off at least 30 minutes from my time.
So, why am I sharing this with you? Or, bragging about such pedestrian numbers? Because despite my disappointment in the last couple of months, today I felt proud that I ran. I felt proud that I pushed through some pain. I felt proud that I felt so good running and walking 3 miles in the early morning. I feel proud that I am going to ride my bike tomorrow. I felt proud that I am not the same person that I was a year ago and continue to move forward both physically and mentally. I am thrilled that my knees held up and I am still walking right now. In fact, Lori and I are about to go on a four mile walk down by the river.
This is how I look today. It's not where I want to be. But, it's a far cry better than seven months ago! That light jacket that I have on is still a little snug. But, I have never worn it and it never fit me when I bought it probably more than a year ago. That makes me smile too.
Oh, and yeah, I like bright colors.
Here's to running the entire way next year...
Starting weight (this time): 278.4
Current weight: 228.4
Change from previous: (1.4)
Total: (50.0)
Total Days: 220
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