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Wow you guys are all doing so well. I'm so pleased at how this thing has grown and I hope next month is even better. I hope you all stay in it and try to top this month in October. It just goes to show you....goal setting really works. And not just vague "I'm gonna get in shape" goals. But specific, measurable goals that you can reach for....it's helped me and I'm inspired by all of you for reaching for this goal.

Keep it up.

It's like you're talking to me! I was just thinking last night how I'm going to take it easy next month...but, why??? Why am I trying to sabotage myself? So, here I am committing to the next challenge. And, I will definitely do more than 100 miles next month!

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I got in 5.5 miles yesterday. I was hoping to do another 9 miles but I just had too much to do. That brings me to 89.21 total miles...only 10.79 to go! I will definitely reach 100 miles by Monday...maybe more! :rolleyes:

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I am thrilled that so many of y'all have made it, or are right in the verge of it. But as I've said all along, no matter what you end up with, the point is to push yourself just a little bit. Next month, try for a little bit more. That's growth. It's never easy or comfortable, but it pays off huge. Who here doesn't feel a swell of pride at the total you've put up so far? I know you all do....I do to. Next month will be even better, and hopefully we'll have more folks joining in. By November hopefully I'll be able to get back in and get some serious walking miles on and maybe a few light jogging miles by Thanksgiving.

So this morning I took a ridiculously long trail run....... 9.2 miles. I'm pooped to be honest, but it felt great knowing I could do it. Just a month ago those miles would have killed me, now it's just another day....not an easy day, but manageable. Tomorrow will be my last run, I need a day of rest before Mondays surgery.

Day 29...9.2 miles.....137.5 total.

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I am thrilled that so many of y'all have made it' date=' or are right in the verge of it. But as I've said all along, no matter what you end up with, the point is to push yourself just a little bit. Next month, try for a little bit more. That's growth. It's never easy or comfortable, but it pays off huge. Who here doesn't feel a swell of pride at the total you've put up so far? I know you all do....I do to. Next month will be even better, and hopefully we'll have more folks joining in. By November hopefully I'll be able to get back in and get some serious walking miles on and maybe a few light jogging miles by Thanksgiving. So this morning I took a ridiculously long trail run....... 9.2 miles. I'm pooped to be honest, but it felt great knowing I could do it. Just a month ago those miles would have killed me, now it's just another day....not an easy day, but manageable. Tomorrow will be my last run, I need a day of rest before Mondays surgery. Day 29...9.2 miles.....137.5 total. [/quote']

What a great friend and inspiration you are to all of us! I know you are gonna do great! A little pain is worth the gain!!!

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I did another 24 miles on the bike this morning, too bad I didn't read this thread earlier. Good luck on your upcoming surgery, Butter!

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I did another 24 miles on the bike this morning' date=' too bad I didn't read this thread earlier. Good luck on your upcoming surgery, Butter![/quote']

That is amazing! How long does it take to do that many miles?

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That is amazing! How long does it take to do that many miles?

Just two hours, the time goes by pretty quickly because my mind is on whatever television show I'm watching lol.

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I'm doing The Color Run 5K in the morning, my first 5K since surgery. I took a tumble this week down my stairs and broke my wrist. I really thought I wouldn't be able to do this run but I'm not as sore as I thought I would be so I'm gonna try even if I have to walk some of it. Wish me luck.

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I'm doing The Color Run 5K in the morning' date=' my first 5K since surgery. I took a tumble this week down my stairs and broke my wrist. I really thought I wouldn't be able to do this run but I'm not as sore as I thought I would be so I'm gonna try even if I have to walk some of it. Wish me luck.[/quote']

Good luck....that fall does not sound good. You're a trooper for running anyway. Those color runs are a blast. Enjoy.

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I am thrilled that so many of y'all have made it, or are right in the verge of it. But as I've said all along, no matter what you end up with, the point is to push yourself just a little bit. Next month, try for a little bit more. That's growth. It's never easy or comfortable, but it pays off huge. Who here doesn't feel a swell of pride at the total you've put up so far? I know you all do....I do to. Next month will be even better, and hopefully we'll have more folks joining in. By November hopefully I'll be able to get back in and get some serious walking miles on and maybe a few light jogging miles by Thanksgiving.

So this morning I took a ridiculously long trail run....... 9.2 miles. I'm pooped to be honest, but it felt great knowing I could do it. Just a month ago those miles would have killed me, now it's just another day....not an easy day, but manageable. Tomorrow will be my last run, I need a day of rest before Mondays surgery.

Day 29...9.2 miles.....137.5 total.

I want to thank you for starting this challenge. It has been a major thing for me. I have exercised more in the last month than I have in the last 20 years. Seeing both my numbers and everyone else's numbers has been extremely motivating every day. I will make sure that the October challenge is started and hopefully we can gain a few more, as you put it, fitness freaks. This group has become a little family for me and love seeing everyone's progress. Thank you my friend.

I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers Monday morning, I will be at the hospital myself Monday morning waiting patiently as my beautiful wife goes in for her surgery to be sleeved. It will be a great and fun journey for us to do together.

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I'm doing The Color Run 5K in the morning, my first 5K since surgery. I took a tumble this week down my stairs and broke my wrist. I really thought I wouldn't be able to do this run but I'm not as sore as I thought I would be so I'm gonna try even if I have to walk some of it. Wish me luck.

Good luck on the 5K tomorrow and I hope your wrist heals quickly for you!

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Yes good luck on your run!

And ouch on the wrist.

As for me? I took butters advice and shopped!

(And sped around in my mid life crisis car)

Lord someone tell me to get out of the juniors department :P

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I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers Monday morning' date=' I will be at the hospital myself Monday morning waiting patiently as my beautiful wife goes in for her surgery to be sleeved. It will be a great and fun journey for us to do together.[/quote']

Thanks....and that is so great that she's being sleeved and the 2 of you can take this journey together.

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Yes good luck on your run!

And ouch on the wrist.

As for me? I took butters advice and shopped!

(And speed around in my mid life crisis car)

Lord someone tell me to get out of the juniors department :P

Uh....my advice? I told you to send me cash....not buy something for you.

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