From couch potato to running a 5K at 42

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4d ago1 min read

Three years ago I could barely walk up stairs without getting winded. Now I just completed my first 5K race. Sounds simple but it changed everything about how I see myself. I'm not 'the out of shape dad' anymore. I'm someone who can do hard things. My kids watch me train and ask if they can come running with me. That would have never happened before. My wife says I'm happier. I feel like I got my life back.

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KKevin L.New Dad4d ago

Dude, massive respect. I know with four kids it's hard to find time to take care of yourself, but seeing someone actually do it and stick with it for three years is motivating. How'd you find the time to make it work?

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MMatt B.New Dad4d ago

Congrats on crossing that finish line! My newborn's only a few months old so I'm still in survival mode, but posts like this remind me there's a future where I can actually take care of myself again.

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DDerrick T.New Dad4d ago

This is incredible man, seriously. Going from winded on stairs to running a 5K is no joke, and I bet your kids noticed the change too. That kind of example means everything when they're watching how their dad shows up.

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