5K!

 I am not in any way, shape, or form a sports minded individual, however I am working on conditioning myself to be ready to participate in a local 5k this fall.

Since I have lost nearly 200# I decided to challenge myself and go outside of my comfort zone and involve myself in this first ever for me sports endeavor.  This decision is so outside my comfort zone that my sons, daughter-in-law, wife, grandson, and even our dogs will be joining me.

I have been training on my treadmill for a couple weeks and have achieved the 5k (3.1miles), but slower than I like.  

73.33 minutes is slower than I want.  I have set a goal of 60-65 minutes to reach the 5k marker.  I am a sweaty mess after I complete this daily task, but have a great sense of accomplishment as this is something I never thought of accomplishing and am really proud of myself that I have accepted this challenge

Why do I push myself for this self-imposed time and distance goal?  Simple, if you do not challenge yourself, you will never grow.  

Growth can be a mental state, a spiritual state, a physical state, or simply a state of well-being and self-worth, I encourage everyone of you to look for something that is a challenge to you, something that is outside of your comfort zone, formulate a plan of attack and go for it.

We have been given so many opportunities and so many avenues to explore we are doing ourselves an injustice if we do not attempt new things.  Will we succeed at everything, of course not; but if you do not start and attempt you will never know what you can do!

2024 Review, Plan, Improve

 Never and I mean NEVER would i have thought I would feel like I do at 61.

It has taken 2 years, but I have reached, and more importantly maintained my goal weight of under 200# for over 6 months.

So, what's next?   Well for me it will be physical conditioning. exercise, and endurance training.  I plan on participating in a local 5K in November and for a former 385#, sedentary, non-competitive minded individual, this is a huge change.  This action is so different for me that my wife, my sons, and my daughter in law, have stated they want to join me in the race!  I am working on my one grandson and hope he can be with us as well.  3 generations in the race, and I am so proud of it!

I truly enjoy exercising now, LOVE THE KETO LIFE, strive to find the best tasting keto dishes I can create, and telling everyone how my life has changed with this new regime.

Many times, I have been told that I am such an inspiration to people, I hope to build on that in 2024 with expanded articles on the Keto lifestyle, the benefits of simple exercises, how to improve your mental and physical health, and how to enjoy life.

I am feeling better at 61 than ever before in my life, I want everyone that can to experience this high and see how great life is.  I am working on myself daily and with God's help I want to show as many individuals as possible, how great life can be!

Onward and upward friends!!

Just Try It!

 You will never grow mentally, spiritually, or emotionally unless you simply try something new!

The easiest path to follow is the one with least resistance.  If you never challenge yourself, you will never grow or improve yourself.

Not fond of the saying new year new you but I do understand the thought behind it.  What do you want this year to entail? 

What do you want to leave in the old year?

What are your dreams, what do you want to accomplish?

This is what I suggest.  Begin with a list of everything you are thankful for or feel blessed to have in your life.  

Next, list what can be improved, what can you help others with what are your goals for the upcoming year?

Map out a monthly schedule that is challenging, attainable, flexible, and accountable.  Keep this schedule in full view, post it to keep it in your forethoughts.  (I suggest by the coffee machine, your bathroom mirror, or by where you prepare for your day)

Find an accountability ally.  We all need someone to confide in, brag to, bounce ideas off, and most importantly, bounce us back into play when we stray.

Make this year your year of change and maximum personal growth!!