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I ran 4.8 miles today and I'm shocked at how effortless and enjoyable running has become! This time last year, I was lucky if I could barely limp through 3 miles at a snail's pace, gasping for air, with pain radiating from every part of my body! And now I finish a seven-mile run with sprints, a spring in my step and singing with a smile on my face! The half-marathon will be here before I know it (7 weeks and 3 days to go!) and I can't wait!
Food wise, it's been more challenging to keep within my RDI this week, because my appetite has increased as much as my activity level! I am contemplating increasing my RDI a little because I am so close to my ideal weight and I don't want to sacrifice training performance because I'm afraid I won't lose these extra few pounds of fat. I just want to shift my body composition a little.
Speaking of body fat, I am beginning to feel additional pressure to look a certain way if I want a career in the health/fitness industry. If I want to be a health coach, I know I will be judged more harshly on my appearance than others. That's just the world we live in. I've already experienced it a few times when strangers find out I want to be a health coach. People expect personal trainers and health coaches to look "the part". I'm finding it challenging to strike a balance between acknowledging how far I've come and how far I need to go before I am taken seriously as someone who can give others advice on making positive lifestyle changes. It's sometimes difficult to look in the mirror and see a "health coach" instead of someone who still looks more like a "health coach's client". The fact that I'm turning 40 in 7 weeks doesn't help much either! I suppose I just need to stay focused on my accomplishments, the progress I've made and how my life has been completely transformed instead of comparing myself to a 23-year old who has never been overweight a day in their life!
Today's mantra:
I am strong. I am resilient. I have transformed. I will pay it forward.
Make this day spectacular, Folks! Thanks for reading!
Ciao for now!
Diet Calendar Entry for 28 August 2014:
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2404 kcal
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Activities & Exercise:
Sitting - 4 hours, Running (jogging) - 5/mph - 1 hour, Walking (brisk) - 4/mph - 1 hour, Resting - 10 hours, Sleeping - 8 hours. more...
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I have thought this many times, being an AdvoCare advisor and all. I think that's kinda what sparked me wanting to get in better shape to be honest. Thoughts to ponder.....I mean, seriously, most people wouldn't buy "dieting" advice from an obese person (not that we are obese), just saying...maybe someone on the journey but not outright...
28 Aug 14 by member: Socolova
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Exactly. That's why I'm working on a video, telling my story, so people can see how much I've changed, how I've reversed a debilitating chronic disease and how my life has been drastically improved through the positive changes I've made. The video is a fun project which has really opened my eyes as to how sick I really was! The "before" pictures and videos are almost alarming and difficult to watch when I see how badly I needed to get well. The "after" pictures and videos are just fun and exciting now!
28 Aug 14 by member: Sweeet2th
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That's awesome, seriously cool beans dude!
28 Aug 14 by member: Socolova
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The video is an excellent idea!
29 Aug 14 by member: NowIunderstand
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people also want their physical therapist to look a certain way, and i did not fit the part. i think your "before" sounds good as far as running. i couldn't run 3 miles at all. but i can walk almost 3 miles!
30 Aug 14 by member: Gnewfry
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