Getting Refocused
Over the last 10 months, I have added between 10 and 15 pounds to my frame, boosting my weight to a too-high 165 pounds. Since the end of March, I have not exercised regularly, while in the past I would do 15-20 miles of running or rowing a week. Not sure how I slipped out of the habit, but I did.
This week, I decided enough was enough. Time to fight the battle of the bulge and to rediscover my dedication to exercising. I have set two goals for myself, both to be met by mid December. One is to get in shape to run a 15k race (8.3 miles). The other is to drop the excess 15 pounds.
I've already e-mailed a bunch of people, gone public at work, and am posting it here to put the pressure on myself to follow through. I am also trying to raise money for charity - pledges to be collected only if I accomplish both tasks - to add more accountability. In honor of my parents, funds will go to the American Diabetes Association (for Mom) and to the Aplastic Anemia & MDS International Foundation (for Dad). Anyone interested in pledging leave a comment.
I will post weekly updates here to keep you apprised of my progress. First post goes up tomorrow.