From couch guy to running a 5k

2w ago1 min read

2 years ago I was 40 lbs overweight, waking up at 2am with anxiety attacks, barely playing with my kids. My wife said something real gentle but firm one morning and I just decided that day to change. Started with walks, then jogging, now I just ran my first 5k. The physical change is obvious but the mental stuff is what gets me. I actually want to be alive now instead of just existing. My kids see me as someone active instead of the tired guy on the couch. Im not saying running saved my life but man it feels like it.

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CChris T.Regular2w ago

This is awesome. The anxiety part especially resonates with me. Being able to sleep through the night and not have that dread first thing in the morning changes everything. Your kids get a better version of their dad too.

TTony V.Regular2w ago

Respect. Going from those 2am anxiety spirals to running a race is no joke. Your wife was right to say something but you're the one who actually did it.

MMatthewNew Dad2w ago

Man, that's huge. Two years of that kind of transformation takes real work and guts. Your kids are getting their dad back, that's what matters most.

BBenny R.Regular2w ago

This is awesome. I'm still in the couch phase with my boys honestly, so seeing someone actually pull themselves out of it and run a 5k gives me some real hope here.

DDanRegular2w ago

Two years is a solid commitment. What was the turning point for you? Did you start small with walks or did you jump into a full routine? Asking because I'm about 35 lbs heavier than I should be and the anxiety thing hits me too.

MMikeRegular2w ago

I'm genuinely proud of you and I don't even know you. This is the kind of transformation that ripples through everything else. Kids see their dad taking care of himself and it teaches them so much.

CChris T.Regular2w ago

This is incredible, man. Going from that place of anxiety and low energy to running a 5k is no joke. I'm sure your kids are noticing their dad is actually able to get down on the floor and play now. That's worth more than you probably realize.