Gettin' fitter by the day

Day 1, day loss program. Let's set the stage:

I'm 34, 5'8". Weighed under 118 throughout my two years of college, when I was on a track scholarship (ego-boost PR's: mile, 4:24, 5k 13:58 - on an admittedly short course - 10k, 32:30. 1/2 marathon, 1:17 and marathon, 5:24. Okay, so I ran the marathon later in life and purty darn slow. But I ran one!). Anyhoo, now I'm right at 200 lbs, and have difficulty walking up stairs. Lifting heavy things makes me lightheaded. This isn't NEARLY normal for someone my age.

So, I've decided to make a change. The lovely lady of the manor got paid, ending our destitution, and took me to the Nike factory outlet to buy some $7 shirts and shorts and ill-fitting cheap shoes. So, this morning I got my fat ass outta bed, went to the Beat the Bridge, and walked four miles (not five - I did the WALK). btw, I hate when the support people cheer and squeal and shriek for the walkers. I'M WALKING! I'M TOO GODDAMN FAT AND LAZY TO RUN! DON'T CHEER MY INABILITY TO PERFORM! *sigh*

Anyway, then I went home and rode my bike...2 miles. Not much, but it's a start. So, we've got a sum total of 4 miles walked and 2 miles ridden after two years of McDonald's and TV. I've already been trying to cut down on the fast food and have had sandwiches for lunch instead of McD's. It's a start! Next I need to cut down on sodas. I'll keep you posted.

Speaking of bikes, I'm sure you've all heard that Bush managed to fall off the wagon his bike this weekend. So, just for fun: