OldFatJogger
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Aspiring Marathoner (10-20-24); 🏃♂️Former Marathoner (x3); Happy Husband; Proud Papa Documenting my journey and occasionally reflecting on what got me here..
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The miles and challenges may be tough, but they always bring me back to us - the simple moments, the shared memories. Home is whenever and wherever we are together - that’s my ‘why.’ ❤️💜❤️
#TheWhy
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Planned to do 12 miles and decided to bump it up to 13.1 to knock off a half.
It was slow and not awesome - but it’s done and in the books!!!
I’m gonna call it a win! 👍🏻😎
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Well what’s a guy to do when he’s got 8 miles to get in and a full workday ahead of him…
Set the alarm a little earlier and get out and get it done before the rest of the day begins.
#MorningMiles
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I may be biased, but in my opinion my grand babies are two of the cutest and sweetest little girls ever! ❤️❤️❤️
#MyWhy
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Wasn’t 100% sure I was going to get the six miles in this morning… I may have been overserved last night…
But they are done and in the books! I’ll take it.
#Burlington_WI
#MorningMiles
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The last four work days have been long. Each night I’ve ended up in the hotel at about 8:00 pm short about 4-5K steps to hit my goal.
Going for a walk late when it’s the last thing you want to do sucks!
But it doesn’t suck as bad as not achieving the goal would! 😎👊😎
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Knee still isn’t right, but it’s better than I thought.
Still able to limp around Cedar Falls and go to the football game!
Spending time with my wife is always special and awesome!
#MyWhy
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I travel a ton for work and have a tendency to rate the towns I stay in based on proximity of decent sidewalks / trails to my preferred hotel. Bonus points for either Panda Express or Chipotle nearby! Effingham, Illinois gets 5 stars!
I’m a pretty simple guy…
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It’s a pretty awesome feeling to have this much love aimed right at you!
Doesn’t care about anything else, just loves her daddy!
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The sense of accomplishment of getting the run done before the day really gets started is great. But being able to see the majestic colors that can be created as the sun is just starting to rise is truly awesome!
Have a great day!!!
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Found a fairly peaceful and serene route to get in my three miles this morning!
#Madison_WI
#MorningMiles
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Good morning from Georgia, and goodbye to the ocean for this trip! See you in December…
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Took a while to get a rhythm on my run this morning, but eventually it got there! Partway through I paused for a “moment of zen.”
Have a great day!!!
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When I started it was a sprinkle and when I was finishing it was a rain…
I proved once again that no matter sweet I am - I won’t melt.
Just me, my thoughts, a little Van Halen, a little U2, some Pink, and a smattering of Carrie Underwood - all in all a great start to the day!
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Well, the 8 miles are done but they didn’t go well.
Nice to see the deer when I got home - that helped lift the mood.
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All the grand babies and my awesome wife. They will always be my why! I love them all! ❤️😎💜
#MyWhy
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Good morning from Brookfield Wisconsin! 3 miles in the books to start the day! Have a great day!
#Brookfield_WI
#MorningMiles
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2024 Camp Dodge Trench Run! ✔️
Awesome experience, already marked it on the calendar for 2025!
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Trying to share a little beauty from this morning’s walk!
Good morning from Libertyville, Illinois!
#MorningMiles
#HappyFriday
#Libertyville_Il
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I do what I do (work on the road and pre dawn runs) because I’m striving to be the man that I think she deserves! 💜💜💜
#MyWhy
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Getting a few extra steps on a short pre-dinner walk in Eau Claire, Wisconsin! It’s a great night for a walk!
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Frankie says that since I spent time away from her this morning that I needed to spend some quality Puppy / Daddy nap time this afternoon. (I’m underneath the quilt behind her.)
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252.8 to begin the day - new low!
Yesterday I took advantage of the rest day. I only got in 2,657 steps. I did get in my 25 PU's and 50 SU's. I also stayed under 2K calories.
Legs were pretty rough from the 15 miles, I had to drive about 450 miles, and the 95 degree heat all
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52 DAYS TO GO!
Goals for the day were going to be 12K steps, eat 2K calories, 25 PU's, 50 SU's, and a 4 miler.
However, 2.08 miles into the 4 mile jog I felt a pop in my right knee. I managed to not fall on my face, but it wasn't great. I limped very slowly back to the hotel
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Yesterday when I got up my knee wasn't good and I was pretty sure that it was really bad. By the end of the day it seemed to be a little better. It's still not right, but maybe better. Cautiously optimistic that this may have a happy ending...
Day 51 was a good day! 😎😎😎
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258.8 this morning. A little step back from last week, but all things considered I'm pretty happy.
Yesterday I got in 12,613 steps, 25 PU's, 50 SU's, and stayed under 2K calories. Good to be back on track. Knee was good - we'll see how jogging goes.
Day 45 was a great day!😎😎
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Two of the cutest princesses ever! I do what I do so that I can continue to spoil them and be their Papa for years to come! ❤️💜❤️
#MyWhy
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I'm a little bummed this evening. This knee thing sucks, but I'll try to be patient until I learn something definitive.
That being said (no matter what) I've got an awesome life. I'll work through this whatever it is and come out the other side just fine. 😎🙏😎
#MyWhy
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Well, I got my 4 miles in. They were walked, but I’m okay with that. My goal is to not skip any days - if that means the miles get walked to get them in so be it.
And miles at 9,948’ are a little different than miles at 876’.
#MorningMiles
#Fairplay_CO
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Went to the Iowa State Fair this evening. The puppy was pretty excited that we came home - she tends to forget that we were only gone for a couple of hours as opposed to weeks…
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256.2 to start the day, which is a new low. 😎
Yesterday I got in 30,660 steps, stayed under 2K calories, and got in the 15 miles.
The 15 miles were a slog, (I should change my name from OldFatJogger to OldFatSlowJogger), but I got them done.
Day 56 was a great day! 😎👊😎
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260.0 to begin the day.
Yesterday I got in 12,016 steps (paced in my hotel room until I got to 12K 😎), ate 2K calories, and got in my 4 miles.
Day 61 was a good day!
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I’m choosing to look at the sky this morning and see beauty and promise! I’m going to try and do my part to make my day (and my week) as positive and as productive as I can!
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Quick recap of the last month and my overall journey
July - Got in 390,677 steps, a total of 75.08 miles, and lost 12.9 pounds.
Since beginning (February 13) 1,971,471 steps, 114.14 miles, and lost 38.8 pounds.
Not there yet, but I'm pretty happy with the progress!
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258.7 this morning.
Yesterday I had 13,393 steps, 25 PU's, 50 SU's, and was under 2K calories.
I tried to jog in the evening and it went poorly. Walking is fine, but jogging isn't working out. I'll be fine - just a little frustrated.
Still Day 18 was a great day! 😎😎😎
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This morning I was able to take a walk with Beth and the pups! Love them both tons - they’re my home. I’m probably extra appreciative since I’m heading back on the road next week!
#MyWhy
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Stayed under 2K calories and had my Dr. appt.
My knee has some fluid on it, but it was evidently just a strain. I can start easing back into training and running over the next week. Take it slow and be prepared to back things off if the pain returns.
Day 46 was great!
😎😎😎
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56 DAYS TO GO!
Goals for the day are to get in 12K steps, stay under 2K calories, and get in 15 miles.
A little nervous for how this is going to go, been having some knee pain, some Achille's pain, and some back pain...
Hope springs eternal - everyone have a great day!
😎😎
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47 DAYS TO GO!
Knee is feeling better but still certainly not right. Doctor appointment tomorrow to hopefully get some answers.
Goal for the day is to stay under 2K calories.
Everyone have a phenomenal day! 😎👊😎
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Got my steps in, but decided to go for a walk along the river. Beautiful river, unique artwork, repurposed railroad bridge - what more could you want! Thanks Eau Claire, WI!
#EauClaire_WI
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Got home from a 5 hour drive and didn’t quite have all my wanted steps in.
Saw this guy as I was out on my walk, may not be as cute as a deer or a bunny - but still cool in its own way!
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Frankie says “Mom had to go to work early today, so Dad took me on a walk by himself. He’s not as smart as Mom, but he did manage to get it done!”
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59 DAYS TO GO!
Goals for the day are to get in 12K steps, stay under 2K calories, and get in 4 miles.
If you're reading this - May your day be filled with good thoughts, kind people, and happy moments! 😎😎
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Frankie is an absolutely wonderful dog - and a complete train wreck to try and walk…
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Spent a fair amount of time this afternoon working on some household projects. While I was doing them, my wife was mowing the yard.
It’s not fancy, it’s not a mansion, but it’s ours! Today the house (and as always Beth) are my why!
#MyWhy
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"It's not about perfect. It's about effort. And when you bring that effort every single day, that's where transformation happens." -Jillian Michaels
"The pain you feel today will be the strength you feel tomorrow." -Unknown
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263.4 to start the day! New low - so that's awesome!
Managed to get in 14,282 steps yesterday, 25 PU's, 50 SU's, ate 2K calories, and got in the 4 miles!
Really happy with Day 88!
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With it being National Dog Day, I would be remiss if I didn’t focus on the pups a little bit.
I had to head out of town for work, but I know she’s hanging at the house keeping Beth company. I’ll keep plugging away with the goal of eventually not having to leave.
#MyWhy
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I think that the pups missed me. You'd think that I just got back from a six month trip, when in reality I left on Monday! Oh well, it's good to be loved.
When I got home my wife was running errands - it'll be interesting to see if she gives me as much of a welcome.😎😎
#TheWhy
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Week 4 of 17 is in the books - still haven't missed a training run yet - a fact I'm incredibly happy with!
Week 5 starts tomorrow:
Sunday - 8 Miles (I'm a little nervous)
Monday - Rest
Tuesday - 3 Miles
Wednesday - 4 Miles
Thursday - 3 Miles
Friday - Rest
Saturday - 3 Miles
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She thinks she’s pretty tough when she’s stalking a squirrel, but I’m not sure if she actually caught one what she’d do!
Thankfully, I’m pretty sure we’ll never find out!
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261.9 this morning.
Yesterday I got in 13,062 steps - part of that was a 3 mile walk. Knee hurt just from the walk - which sucks. Leaning towards doing the 1/2 at Des Moines and then a December marathon in Florida. I'll decide for sure this week.
Day 42 was okay.😐🙂
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Morning miles that actually felt pretty good. Only two miles in the plan today, but they went well!
Thank you
#Springfield_Il
for letting me use some of your sidewalks this morning.
#MorningMiles
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My wife and I are spending the first half of the holiday weekend out with my oldest son and his GF - some dinner and drinks tonight and a FB game tomorrow. Yet another part of my awesome family that I love to spend time with! 😎❤️🙏
#MyWhy
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Three of my favorites!!! I love spoiling each and every of them! They’re certainly part of my inspiration to get and stay healthy and work hard to be successful!
#MyWhy
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17 DAYS TO GO!
Goals are 12K steps, 25 PU's, 50 SU's, stay under 2K calories.
Really focusing on the weight loss - hoping that 25-30 pounds will make a difference with the knee. 230 here I come! (And for the record I am 6' 4")
Everyone have a great day! 😎👊😎
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262.8 to start the day.
Yesterday I got in 18,143 steps, 25 PU's, 50 SU's, was right at 2K calories, and got in my planned 6 miles.
Day 74 was a great day!😀
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Got in the 4 miles this morning! More walking than running this morning - giving my heel a few more days after Sunday’s (debacle) run.
Hope everyone has a great morning!
#MorningMiles
#Brookfield_WI
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Hard to believe that this princess (that looks so sweet and innocent and that will sleep for about 18 hours today) gets so pumped up for her morning walk!
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The pets heard that it was a test day for marathon training so they’re taking full advantage of it.
I did go for a walk and took a few pictures. Everyone have a great day!
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Three miles ✔️
Certainly not the furthest run, but everything felt great! Thank you Eau Clare!
#EauClaire_WI
#MorningMiles
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253.6 to begin the day!
Yesterday I got in 12,228 steps, 25 PU's, 50 SU's, stayed under the 2K calories, and got in the four miles.
All in all Day 54 was a great day!😎😎😎
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We have…
Nap time at my house,
An interesting moth and some scenery from my 10 miles run,
The sky at the drive-in movie last night - saw Twisters - good movie.
Hope everyone is having a great day!
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Post-Run Update:
I did it! Survived the 6 miles—feeling HAPPY and BLESSED! 🎉 The run went really well. I know there's still a long way to go, but today was a big win.
Caught this beautiful moment towards the end of my run—couldn’t resist sharing the sky over the windmill.
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259.2 to begin the day. Small loss, but I'll take it.
Yesterday I had 13,871 steps, ate 2K calories, and got in the 4 miles.
Day 59 was a great day! 😎👊
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252.4 - new low!!! Thrilled with that!!!
Got in 12,067 steps yesterday, 25 PU's, 50 SU's, stayed under 2K calories.
Day 39 was an awesome day!!! 😎😎😎
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53 DAYS TO GO!
Goals for the day are to get in 12K steps, eat 2K calories, get in 25 PU's, 50 SU's, and 8 miles.
(Spoiler alert - already got in the steps, miles, push-ups, and sit-ups.)
Everyone have an awesome day!!! 😎😎😎
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48 DAYS TO GO!
Goals for the day are have fun, relax, and be able to walk the dog. One more day of not worrying (and trying to not think) about steps, miles, or calories.
I hope that everyone reading this has an amazing day!
😎👊😎
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90 DAYS TO GO!
Goals for the day are to get in 10K steps, 25 PU's, 50 SU's, and eat 2K calories.
Need to stay incredibly focused on the weight loss - every pound will make the long runs easier. I can relax a little once I crack 240.
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Out getting in my 3 miles this morning! These are bonus miles that aren’t on the plan!
#MorningMiles
#Fairplay_CO
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It’s good to be home! Freddy seems content curled up in my lap, Frankie napped in my office all day, and it’s awesome to relax on the couch next to my wife!
#MyWhy
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August and overall recap...
August - got in 467,464 steps, a total of 120.78 miles, and down (only) 5.4 pounds
Since starting (Feb. 13) 2,439,205 steps, 234.92 miles, and 44.2 pounds
I'm not there yet, currently have a knee issue, but I still feel like I'm winning!
😎👊😎
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263.3 to start the day - moving in the right direction again.
Yesterday I had 15,861 steps, was right at 2K calories and completed the 2024 Camp Dodge Trench Run!
Day 70 was an awesome day!!!
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Here’s my household’s version of pets fighting like cats and dogs! The only disagreement is when one of the has to shift to get more comfortable.
My world isn’t perfect, but I’m very fortunate and lead a very blessed life!
❤️💜❤️
#MyWhy
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254.4 to start the day!
Yesterday I got in 20,913 steps, 25 PU's, 50 SU's, stayed under 2K calories, and got in the 8 miles.
Day 53 was a great day!!!😎😎😎
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My family (I’m sure like most families) has our own little text group. Being able to see pics of everyone while I’m on the road helps immensely!
My kids, grand-babies, and wife are all awesome!!!❤️❤️❤️
#MyWhy
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258.4 this morning.
Yesterday I got in 12,030 steps and stayed under 12K calories. For the time being the PU's and SU's are off the table due to some recurring back pain.😡
Keep my eye on the prize and focus on the goal!!!
Day 62 was a good day!
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57 DAYS TO GO!
Goals for the day are to get in 12K steps, get in a 3-miler, and stay under 2K calories.
Here's hoping that everyone has a relaxing and enjoyable weekend - filled with happy thoughts and kind people!😎😎😎
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"You don't have to be better than everybody else, you just have to be better than you ever thought you could be." -Ken Venturi
"Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard." -Tim Notke
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Evidently I made a little too much noise when I was getting ready to go for my run. The dog and the cat woke up and insisted on their morning walk and breakfast before the run!
On the run I saw some of the neighbors up and moving around!
It’s going to be a great day!
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🧵A bit of a longer take on why I'm doing the half instead of the full. Need a little more space to get my thoughts out there. Feel free to ignore - this is probably just for my peace of mind.
Thread: Why I'm Downgrading from the Des Moines Marathon to the Half
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I’m pretty sure that Freddy (cat) and Frankie (dog) view the couch as their own weird little version of bunk beds!🛌
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46 DAYS TO GO!
Goal for the day is to stay under 2K calories and see the Dr. we'll see what he has to say... send happy thoughts!
Everyone have an excellent day! 😎👊😎
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43 DAYS TO GO!
Goals for the day are to get in 12K steps, 25 PU's and 50 SU's.
We skipped date night, but are tailgating with 3 out of 4 of the kids today so I'm going to skip the calorie count for today (we'll call it date day😎)!
I hope everyone had a fabulous day!😎
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19 DAYS TO GO!
Goals for the day are to get in 12K steps, 25 PU’s, 50 SU’s, and stay under 2K calories!
The neighbors came over for breakfast this morning which is always cool!
Everyone have an awesome day!😎😎😎
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266.6 this morning - new low! Happy!!!
Yesterday I got in 10,627 steps, 25 PU's, 50 SU's, and ate 2K calories.
Should have gotten more steps earlier - to get to 10K I took a rather hot and muggy walk.
Still, Day 97 was a great day!!!
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Went over to Breckenridge so my wife could do some shopping.
This is a beautiful place - but we’ll be heading home tomorrow.
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260.1 to begin the day - things moving the right direction again. Hoping to stay focused!
Yesterday I got in 12,261 steps (required a walk before bed😎), 25 PU's, 50 SU's, and stayed under 2K calories.
Day 19 was a great day!
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68 DAYS TO GO!
Goals for the day are to get in 12K steps, 25 PU's, 50 SU's, stay under 2K calories, and get in 2 miles.
2 miles today, 5 miles tomorrow, 2 on Thursday, off Friday, 2 on Saturday, and 12 miles on Sunday!
That will be my longest run in a long time.
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265.0 to start the day! I'll take it!
10,780 steps, 25 PU's, 50 SU's, ate 2K calories, and got in my 2 mile jog - all good!
Day 96 was a really good day!
Happy with the progress, but still have a long ways to go!
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45 DAYS TO GO!
Goals for the day are to get in 12K steps, eat 2K calories, 25 PU's, and 50 SU's. No running today, but want to get back to 12K steps and I'm hoping to take an easy run tomorrow.
Everyone have an awesome day!!! 😎👊😎
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259.8 this morning.
Got in 12,027 steps yesterday and that's all.. Kinda knew the day was going to get away from me, and it did.
Not a great day on the health side, but it was an awesome day on the professional side - so I'm going to call it a win.
Day 31 was a great day!😎
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My two favorite little girls got new bike helmets today - one unicorn and on kitty cat! It was great to be home and get to see them the other day!
And again I think my dog is happy to have me home…
#MyWhy
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Good morning!
Today, try and take a moment and enjoy the beauty in the ordinary! I promise, it’ll improve your mindset!
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"And now that you don't have to be perfect, you can be good." -John Steinbeck
"Success isn't about how much money you make; it's about the difference you make in people's lives." -Michelle Obama
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Traveling this much for work isn’t awesome, but I make a good living and it allows my wife to not miss events with the grand-babies. Goal is to get to the point where I can be there as well. Until then I get pics!
Happy birthday to Belle - just turned 6! ❤️❤️❤️
#MyWhy
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258.0 this morning. Got in 17,048 steps, 25 PU's, 50 SU's, but went over on calories.
I wallowed in a little bit of self-pity yesterday, and that wasn't very constructive. Tried to walk it off and wasn't able to...
Day 34 wasn't awesome.
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260.9 to begin the day - went over 40 pounds lost!!!
Yesterday I got 14,665 steps, 50 SU's, 25 PU's, stayed under 2K calories, and got in the 4 miles for the marathon training.
Day 80 was an awesome day!
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18 DAYS TO GO!
Goals for the day are to get in 12K steps, 25 PU's, 50 SU's, and stay under 2K calories.
Knee has been feeling great (haven't really been pushing it). I'd like to try a jog again at the end of the day and see how that goes!
Everyone have an awesome day!😎👊😎
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