From couch potato to running a 5K | DadHQ

From couch potato to running a 5K

3w ago1 min read

Never thought I'd be the guy who runs. Used to spend weekends gaming and eating takeout. Had the talk with my doc about my weight and it scared me straight. Started with just walking around the block in January. Now it's September and I just finished my first 5K without stopping. My kids don't recognize me and I don't recognize myself either. Miss the zero responsibility of sitting around but honestly I don't miss how I felt physically. Energy levels are insane now.

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JJamesRegular2w ago

Running a 5K is legit impressive. Takes discipline especially when you've got kids demanding your time. What was the hardest part, starting out or sticking with it?

RRyan P.New Dad3w ago

This gives me hope. I've been sedentary for way too long and keep using the kids as an excuse. If you can go from gaming and takeout to running a 5K, maybe there's hope for me too.

WWill R.Regular3w ago

That doctor talk hits different when you're a parent. Congrats on running that 5K, seriously that's huge. I'm barely keeping my eyes open at 2am with my newborn but seeing posts like this reminds me I gotta think about my own health too.

JJayRegular3w ago

This is awesome man. Getting the kids outside has made me realize I need to actually be able to keep up with them, so I get where you're coming from. The fact that you went from gaming on weekends to running shows what's possible.

DDerek M.Regular3w ago

Nice work man. That's not easy to do. I tried getting back into shape last year and it was rough balancing the training with dad duties. How are you fitting in the runs with your schedule?

BBrianRegular3w ago

This is inspiring honestly. I'm still in the couch potato phase and keep telling myself I'll start moving more. What actually made you flip the switch? Was it a specific moment or just gradual realization that you wanted to change?