Tag Archives: Weight Loss

Under 200

Posted on 24 March 2010 by mark

I couldn’t believe it when I first saw the scale. 198 pounds.  Is it really true?!  I haven’t been under 200 pounds since my sophomore year of college.  I checked a week later, my weight continued to stay under 200 … Continue reading →

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Shamrock Shuffle 8K Results

Posted on 29 March 2009 by mark

Time to eat the celebratory chocolate cake donut with chocolate frosting!  We ran a very different Shamrock Shuffle this year.  Snow was falling on the ground.  Slush was two inches thick.  Water pooled at low spots.  The wind snuck up … Continue reading →

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Out of Control Weight Gain

Posted on 6 August 2008 by mark

I’ve been residing at my parent’s home for two weeks and I’ve gained almost all of the ten pounds that I lost in the past year.  It’s getting out of control.  I need to turn this ship around.  I need … Continue reading →

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Marathon Mondays and Weight Loss Wednesdays

Posted on 30 July 2008 by mark

Health and sports go hand in hand in my life. My goal for this year is achieve a weight of 190 pounds by the end of November and regain my health. This will be accomplished through healthy exercises and maintaining … Continue reading →

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Lost Trails

Posted on 9 June 2008 by mark

Many moons ago, Matthew helped me get started with running. I decided to run that trail. It began from Belleau Lake and ended at Higgins and Dee Road in Park Ridge. It’s been a couple of years since I ran … Continue reading →

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Chicago Marathon Training

Posted on 1 June 2008 by mark

Marathon training had a rough start. I twisted my ankle the week I began training. I rested my ankle for a couple of weeks to recuperate. I tested my ankle at the Lew Blond 5k to test out my ankle. … Continue reading →

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The First Long Day

Posted on 13 April 2008 by mark

I finally reached the shores of Lake Michigan.  As I ran along the breakwall towards the planetarium, the lake raises her arms to cheer and applaud my effort.  I take well deserved break before I head back.  Besides, I promised … Continue reading →

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