For many of you that know me, you know that I have struggled with my body weight most of my life. This hasn’t changed. The struggle continues, but I am determined to win. There are times when it feels like trying to dig a hole in water, you see results but they disappear fast. The choice to follow a dream and become a Graphic Designer has not helped my weight problem at all. Long hours at a desk in front of a computer have been detrimental to my body.
I came to a decision at the beginning of this month that if anything was going to happen I have to continue to make active, daily choices to live healthier. With the encouragement of a good friend I have taken up running. Now running is not something I have ever given much thought to, its something only reserved for life and death situations like a zombie apocalypse or something imaginary like a bear chasing me in the woods. Both of which only require me to run slightly faster than the person beside me (if there is such a person at that moment). All of that aside, I have indeed started running. Twice now I have ventured into the outdoors with the motivation of my friend and the intentions of becoming a slimmer and healthier me. Third time’s the charm as they say and tonight will make three, I’m actually beginning to look forward to it. The cool air, the challenge, the camaraderie, the feeling of a job well done, and even the fear of how much my body may hurt the next day, all are welcome experiences.
All this is to say that I’m in a new chapter (again) in my life in which I am excited and anticipating great things. I want to hit a level of health that doesn’t have me worried about diabetes or heart issues, although I know those can happen anyway I don’t want it to be based on my lack of doing anything to prevent them.
So walk (or run) along with me in this new journey and lets all be motivated for healthier lives!
Until next time,
Tim