So instead of doing an exercise DVD alone in my apartment today, like I was planning, a friend of mine called me up and asked if I wanted to go walking at a local park. I jumped on the opportunity, and it was a great time. We got to catch up and walk a mile trail (twice for 2 miles) and do the exercise stations all along the way. It was so fun. Exercising with someone else is beneficial in that it pushes me to work harder and go beyond what I might do on my own. But I like to exercise on my own as well, it's just a bit easier with someone else there as a motivator.
On the trail, we were passed by a woman jogging and I casually made a comment about how everyone was passing us. The woman actually turned and talked to us a bit about her weight loss goals and how far she's come. It was quite inspiring to hear her reveal that she was on the heavy side, thanks to her roots in New Orleans where good food is king. When she revealed that she was almost fifty, I was floored. She didn't look a day over 35. She was in great shape, and working hard at it. I was impressed and inspired. It was a great story to hear, and made me want to push harder. I'm less than half her age, I should be in shape. There's no excuse. If she can do it, I can do it!
Day Twenty Stats:
Wake Up: 12 PM
Breakfast: Frosted Flakes with blueberries
Exercise: Two mile walk/jog with various exercise stations
Lunch: Special K bar
Dinner: Two grilled chicken legs, mac and cheese, green beans, peaches, and salad with ranch dressing
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