So, there are always ulterior motives for most everything we do and I'm no different. One of the reasons I'm working toward the Wonderland Trail is because I really need to get in better shape. I had my yearly physical a couple of weeks ago, and the doctor said I was doing fine, but I'm carrying a little extra weight. He was being polite.
Wii Fit, on the other hand, isn't so polite. I've been borderline between Overweight and Obese for a couple of years now, and usually on the Obese side of the equation. I don't believe for a minute that I'll ever get to the 165 lbs that some health food nut believes that is my optimal weight. I don't think I've seen the lower end of 180 in 30 years.
I've tried various diets, low carb, low fat, high fiber, etc. but none have seemed to work because I really don't like practicing self control when it comes to food. So, as part of this goal, I'll be working on getting in shape. Walking 93 miles in ten days or so is a big enough challenge as it is. Doing it without training first borders on stupid.
As I said before, I'll need some encouragement on this goal, for as much as I'm looking forward to hiking around the mountain, I'd much rather come back in one piece.
Wow? Now I'm feeling like a lightweight. Only I'm way too heavy to be considered a lightweight. I agree that there is value in accountability and I'll do my part to encourage you along this journey.
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