Day One: Find Your Greatness

This is it. I have begun. No turning back.

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Seriously though (that would not be a great movie title), it has started. I have graduated from being a walker (no, not like from The Walking Dead) to a runner. And you know what the best part is? I'm not running from anything. I'm running towards something. For the first time, I am choosing to not see the weak legs, the wobbly gut, and the neck that lacks definition, and am instead choosing to see what I can become.

On May 19th, 2013, I will see a drop-dead gorgeous bride named Abigail Rae Dutkiewicz walking down the aisle towards me, and I promise you, I will cry. On that same day, same place, same time, she will see a much more physically fit me waiting for her with an outstretched arm that has bulging biceps. The adjective may be a bit of a stretch, but you get the picture. That arm will be fit, not flabby. And after we've said our vows, exchange rings, and given each other a customary kiss on the cheek, I will finally be able to sweep my bride off her feet. For those of you who know Abigail, it seems like this would be easy. She is not large by any meaning of the word.

So why am I doing this? Well, first, I believe that God has given me this earthly body as a gift, and quite frankly, I have not been doing a very good job at taking care of it. Second, I believe that one of the best ways to get into good physical condition is by running/walking. And third, my fiance loves to run and I would love to be able to participate in the things that make her happy. Also, I will add the running brings physical fitness and physical fitness brings good feelings. If you feel good, you're better equipped to serve others.

So, I can do this. With the strength that only God can provide, I can do this. Everyday, I will be checking in here with observations of my runs/walks and the status of my physical condition. Please feel free to read along as I take this journey. I would love the company.

Weight: 160.2 lbs.
Exercise: Running/Walking
Distance: 1.2 miles
Breakfast: Toast
Lunch: Quesedilla
Dinner: Sloppy joe(s)
Water consumed: 1 gallon