Five More Pounds
I am now within five pounds of my goal weight. I started this adventure at the unhealthy weight of 185 pounds, with a goal of losing 30 pounds in the next 90 days. Amongst the dietary changes, and increased exercise, I am now down to a total weight of 160 pounds. While that is 5 pounds shy of my goal, it is still quite the accomplishment, considering everything else gained during this experience.
Things I can do now that I could not before:
- Run. Not just run, but run 3 miles, almost to the point of enjoyment, and not die.
- Swim. More than just jumping in the pool and chilling out, or helping the kids not drown. I can now swim about 600 yards without drowning.
- Bike. This I could already do, but now I do it faster, and in the hill country. I have managed to get to an average speed of 20mph over a short 15mi course, with 850 in elevation changes.
- Nutrition. I now know what to eat, and when to eat it.
I am not sure I will get to my goal weight by the day of the triathlon, but as close as I am, I am sure it is not too far away. Having developed some new habits, I hope these changes will permanent.
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