Tag Archives: fitness

I’m back to using MyFitnessPal

Posted on February 13, 2013 by Joel

Apart from continuing the momentum to maintain a consistent workout schedule, my dietary habits have always been my undoing. For years. I spent most of my life maintaining an unbalanced diet. Large portions. A lack of vegetables and fruits. I … Continue reading →

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An update on my “13 in 13” fitness plan

Posted on February 6, 2013 by Joel

Here’s an update on my fitness plan for the year. I’m officially calling “13 in 13” — lose 13 lbs in 2013. I’m trying to lose all 13 lbs by my birthday in late April, but it’s been a slow … Continue reading →

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I went to the gym to work out this morning at 6 AM, and it was crowded

Posted on January 25, 2013 by Joel

As I mentioned earlier this week, I’m back to working out regularly. I worked out last Friday, Sunday, and Monday. I took a break, but went back this morning. I’m trying to limit my workouts to 30 mins or so, … Continue reading →

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Challenge accepted – lose 13 lbs in 3 months

Posted on January 18, 2013 by Joel

It’s time to make things happen. As I’ve mentioned before, I gained some 13 lbs since November 2011. All of last year, I went to the gym on a monthly basis, and slowly gained half of the excess weight I … Continue reading →

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I’m cutting down my diet soda intake

Posted on July 12, 2012 by Joel

I’ve been a long time Diet Coke and Coke Zero drinker for many years. I thought I was being smart about not drinking regular soda, and still enjoying the caffeine and soda fizz. Seriously, 1-3 bottles a day. Lo and … Continue reading →

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I’m getting fatter — what the hell is wrong with me?

Posted on April 9, 2012 by Joel

What the hell is wrong with me? Have I learned nothing since last year? I’ve gained about 5 lbs since last September. Last year, I learned the benefits of regular exercise, and also that my bad habits of snacking and … Continue reading →

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Protected: I gingerly got back on the horse yesterday

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Joel

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Time for new running sneakers

Posted on September 5, 2011 by Joel

I bought some new running sneakers. I do a lot of running these days at the gym, and my old sneakers are getting worn out. Of course, with my current list of injuries, I’m not sure when my next opportunity … Continue reading →

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It only gets harder after the first 20 lbs

Posted on July 12, 2011 by Joel

I’m trying to not obsess about my weight loss. Specifically, am I losing? Did I lose anything this week? I’m the type of person who obsesses, and it ain’t pretty. In the past few months, I admit that I’ve done … Continue reading →

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Another 42 miles on the bike odometer

Posted on June 26, 2011 by Joel

I had a few hours today to myself while my lovely wife took the kids to a birthday party. I dressed up, got my water bottles ready, and made a photocopy of the route cue sheet from my NJ road … Continue reading →

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