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Introduction Text A trip to the hospital proved something to me: there's a big difference between "thin" and "healthy." I am technically about 20 pounds overweight (according to the "ideal" weight range for my height) but my overall health is really good! My pants size may not be where I'd prefer it, but my blood pressure is enviable, my sugar and cholesterol are both healthy, and I am CAPABLE. I am capable of kickboxing for an hour. I am capable of running a 5K. I am capable of learning new kata for martial arts. I am capable of walking for two hours at a time. I am capable of playing tennis. My forties did not start as I'd hoped, but that doesn't mean "roll over and quit." My fitness goals, my business goals, and my personal goals are taking shape, but I understand that shape can shift. Be healthy. Be happy. And lean not on your own understanding.

Lose 20 pounds - as long as it needs to take Earn my 3rd degree black belt (Nov 2011); become proficient at one weapon Run my first 5K (2010) Publish (anything, any time!)

Practice patience Thank God for little miracles. Refrain from self-criticism and practice self-respect. South Beach and consistent cardio

I also have a running blog at www.run-ignited.com. It's a blog about my steps from non-runner to runner with the help of Coach Jeanne at www.beignited.net.

I'm considering becoming a certified group fitness instructor, specifically for kickboxing. I'm used to working on heavy bags for up to an hour. I love the feeling of power, and I love the stress-reduction aspect of kickboxing!

Add a Link 2nd dan Black Belt (kempo system) Runner-in-Progress Freelance editor, writer, and voiceover professional. www.irwinfreelance.com "I refuse to believe that my life will be just a string of incompletes..." -- John Mayer
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