Category Archives: Health

Wednesday Weigh-In: Another Two Pounds Gone

Posted on 28 March 2012 by mark

Being a good little run nerd paid off! I eliminated another two pounds this week. Forty-one pounds remain.  Consistent exercise and managing my calories helped achieve this feat. Next week will be just as good or better. I predict a … Continue reading →

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No More Excuses

Posted on 15 April 2011 by mark

Well, I have no more excuses for not losing weight. I have a gym membership, workout videos, exercise equipment at home, and my running.  I have access to exercise almost everywhere now. I crafted a plan for my exercise.  I … Continue reading →

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Losing Weight

Posted on 7 April 2011 by mark

Losing weight is a simple concept. A person creates a slight calorie deficit by eating nutrient dense low calorie diet and exercise. Although the concept is simple, most of us struggle to lose the excess weight. There are a lot … Continue reading →

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Getting My Healthy On

Posted on 19 November 2010 by mark

I visited my doctor for a long overdue full physical examination so I can determine where I’ve improved and what I need to do to get healthier.  I’m focusing a lot on my cholesterol and blood pressure because there is … Continue reading →

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The Final 30

Posted on 26 October 2010 by mark

I started this journey slowly.  My weight loss so far was a byproduct of running.  My primary focus was working the inside of me.  I didn’t want to lose a lot of weight, gain it back, and have the negative … Continue reading →

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Target Pants

Posted on 31 March 2010 by mark

I was unable to fit into the target pants that I had at the end Chicago Marathon. I didn’t lose enough weight to squeeze into them.  After seeing the scale last week, I decided to try out a few of … Continue reading →

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Listening to You’re Body

Posted on 28 March 2010 by mark

Owie… I don’t know if it’ sympathy pain but it’s hurting.  I’ve been feeling pain in my right foot and heel lately.  I skipped my running to make sure I don’t break anything.  Two weeks of healing and recovery is … Continue reading →

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