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Adios to August!

It has been quite a month for new things, first times, and personal records. The walking goal for the month was 150 miles. This morning’s walk got me to 150.49! I realize there is one more day left in the month. To be honest, I’m tired. 😓 Tomorrow is going to be a day for rest and recovery. (First one in a long time)

What a great month though! I got a new bike that is an absolute joy to ride. There aren’t enough Os in smoooooth to describe that thing. The technology going into bikes nowadays is amazing! I never had one that I can program with an app before, and that’s just for the shifters! (No electric motor on this one) 

Carri and I also found a new bike trail near the house. It’s a nice asphalt path that is protected from automobile traffic. It will end up being a bit short and flat for serious training rides but it’s a good place to start. There are plenty of other bike paths around town to discover as well.

I also picked up my first triathlon suit(s). I thought they were going to be super awkward, but now I understand why people wear them. I ran 5 miles for the first time wearing one and set a PR! 

Swimming in one for the first time was also a new experience. They glide through the water like you wouldn’t believe. The swim distance on the beginner triathlon that is coming up is only 250 meters. This week I knocked that out in about 5 minutes without even pushing hard. Swimming to 1,000 meters was also so much easier. 

The weight loss result is another personal record. My heaviest was 285 lbs. The lightest I had on record in the “My Fitness Pal” app was 219.2 on August 15, 2012. Now fourteen years and two weeks later, my weight this morning was 218.4! That’s a total of 67 lbs down! 

There is an expensive side effect to this achievement. I have turned my wardrobe completely over three times this month. Every time we go clothes shopping Carri tells me I need the next size down but I’m hesitant. Inevitably, a week or two later, everything is too big. I’ve done a bunch of returns, and donated brand new items that were only worn once, if at all. In June, I was wearing 3XLT (tall to cover my fat belly). Today’s shirts are XL. (Carri says I’ll be in Medium soon). My pant size in June was 42 waist. Today I’m wearing 34s!

Walking daily while maintaining a calorie deficit has been the driver for sure. The monthly mileage goals have been good for keeping me on track, but things will be changing in September. Moving forward, I will be building out a training plan that includes running, walking, swimming, bike riding, and strength training. All of those elements will need to be included in order to be able to increase triathlon distances next year. 

My first event is in two weeks, but training will continue through the Fall and Winter (much of it indoors) to make sure I’m prepared for the Spring events. After this, it’s Sprint Distance, then Olympic, and eventually make an attempt at a 70.3 mile race. If I can get there when I’m 60, I’ll consider that a huge success! 

Thanks to everyone that has called, commented, given likes, and sent Kudos on Strava! It helps me hold myself accountable and gives me motivation to keep grinding. Watch for updates on my first race on 9/13. I’ll see you all in September!

When the going gets tough, the tough get going!

Everyone has been touched by cancer at one point in their lives. That’s why I’m getting into shape in preparation for this year’s edition of the randstad ride.

Being a cancer survivor myself, I am motivated to end this terrible disease by supporting cancer research.  Every step I take, every kilometer I run or bike, will be in honor of my loved ones, friends and colleagues who have fought or are fighting a battle with cancer.

Please take a few moments to make a big difference, and give generously to my donation page. 

I’m getting ready for the randstad ride. How about you?

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