AngelCastaneda Posted August 1, 2012 Report Share Posted August 1, 2012 Hello NFers,After lurking for a while, I guess it's time for my official introduction. I don't even remember how I came across this site, but I've been devouring all the articles, and figured I should join the boards too.I'm a 27 year old guy, and I've been living in Canada for the past 10 years. I've never been overweight, but over the past 6 or 7 years, I've definitely put on some weight, and have made bad choices regarding food and exercise.In late 2011, my wife was pregnant, and the thought of having to take care of a little one made me feel like I had to take care of myself as well. Also, the chair incident was a bit of a wake-up call.Since last winter, I've lost 17lbs (5'7": 175 -> 158lbs), mostly by eating better. My wife and I have been cooking a lot of The Stone Soup's recipes, and they're both simple and fairly healthy. They're not 100% paleo, though, which is something we're thinking about.On an average day, I sit at work for eight hours at a time, so I've been looking for ways to be more active (ie.: taking the stairs, getting off the bus a few stops earlier, or just walking home). I'm now ready to start exercising a bit more frequently. After I got a Fitbit, I've been more aware of ways to increase my activity levels.My friend convinced me to run a 5K this fall, so I'm currently doing the C25K program. I will be adding that as my main goal for the upcoming 6-week challenge.Cheers! [table=width: 700, align: center] AngelCastaneda [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Human Adventurer STR: 3 DEX: 2 STA: 2 CON: 2 WIS: 3 CHA: 3 Current Challenge: Eat Paleo. Run 5K. Walk 10K steps. Read Love LanguagesReal-time Step Data | Fitocracy What are you waiting for? You're faster than this. Don't think you are, know you are [/table] Link to comment
wesb1898 Posted August 1, 2012 Report Share Posted August 1, 2012 When is your 5K, Angel? Mine is Sept. 15. While not running the same race, I will send some positive vibes your way! You can do it. Lvl 8 Half-Orc WarriorSTR: 25 | DEX: 11.75 | STA: 9.75CON: 13.5 | WIS: 10.75 | CHA: 3 Challenge | DAI-GURREN | Stop SmokingYou can't shake the Devil's hand and say you're only kidding. - TMBGPay the Iron Price. - Balon Greyjoy Link to comment
AngelCastaneda Posted August 1, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 1, 2012 September 9th - First time running. You? [table=width: 700, align: center] AngelCastaneda [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Human Adventurer STR: 3 DEX: 2 STA: 2 CON: 2 WIS: 3 CHA: 3 Current Challenge: Eat Paleo. Run 5K. Walk 10K steps. Read Love LanguagesReal-time Step Data | Fitocracy What are you waiting for? You're faster than this. Don't think you are, know you are [/table] Link to comment
wesb1898 Posted August 1, 2012 Report Share Posted August 1, 2012 Yep, this will be my first race. You'll kill it, man. Keep your head up! Lvl 8 Half-Orc WarriorSTR: 25 | DEX: 11.75 | STA: 9.75CON: 13.5 | WIS: 10.75 | CHA: 3 Challenge | DAI-GURREN | Stop SmokingYou can't shake the Devil's hand and say you're only kidding. - TMBGPay the Iron Price. - Balon Greyjoy Link to comment
Laney Posted August 1, 2012 Report Share Posted August 1, 2012 Good luck and welcome! Level 3 Time Lord AdventurerChallenge Thread| | Cosplay Blog | | Link to comment
AngelCastaneda Posted August 1, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 1, 2012 Yep, this will be my first race. You'll kill it, man. Keep your head up!Thanks! Good luck with your race too [table=width: 700, align: center] AngelCastaneda [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Human Adventurer STR: 3 DEX: 2 STA: 2 CON: 2 WIS: 3 CHA: 3 Current Challenge: Eat Paleo. Run 5K. Walk 10K steps. Read Love LanguagesReal-time Step Data | Fitocracy What are you waiting for? You're faster than this. Don't think you are, know you are [/table] Link to comment
AngelCastaneda Posted August 1, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 1, 2012 Good luck and welcome!Thank you [table=width: 700, align: center] AngelCastaneda [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Human Adventurer STR: 3 DEX: 2 STA: 2 CON: 2 WIS: 3 CHA: 3 Current Challenge: Eat Paleo. Run 5K. Walk 10K steps. Read Love LanguagesReal-time Step Data | Fitocracy What are you waiting for? You're faster than this. Don't think you are, know you are [/table] Link to comment
coonskee Posted August 1, 2012 Report Share Posted August 1, 2012 Hey, I'm running a 5k on September 9th. Which one's yours? I'm doing the NYC Komen Run for the Cure. [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Wannabe Aiel Ranger Level 2 - Second Challenge in Progress .: STR: 3 .:. DEX: 3.5 .:. STA: 7 .:. CON: 2.75 .:. WIS: 4.5 .:. CHA: 6 :. .:Donate to my Down and Dirty Run :. τὸ χρεὼν ἐπήρτηται· ἕως ζῇς, ἕως ἔξεστιν, ἀγαθὸς γενοῦ. Death hangs over thee: whilst yet thou livest, whilst thou mayest, be good. "Hey, at least you are going out there pooping on elevated surfaces and giving your best! That's what matters right?" - Elefevers the Wise Link to comment
AngelCastaneda Posted August 1, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 1, 2012 Hey, I'm running a 5k on September 9th. Which one's yours? I'm doing the NYC Komen Run for the Cure.I'm running the Kidney Foundation's Renal Ride, Glide and Stride, in Winnipeg. Hopefully the weather will cooperate. [table=width: 700, align: center] AngelCastaneda [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Human Adventurer STR: 3 DEX: 2 STA: 2 CON: 2 WIS: 3 CHA: 3 Current Challenge: Eat Paleo. Run 5K. Walk 10K steps. Read Love LanguagesReal-time Step Data | Fitocracy What are you waiting for? You're faster than this. Don't think you are, know you are [/table] Link to comment
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