by Dan | Jun 1, 2014 | Exercise, Family, Motivation, Wellness/Health
Sarah and I took my mom out to Albuquerque to see my brother and his family. Even though we were not at home, we went running everyday. It was a very nice change of pace. Going out running is a great way to go see sites. After Sarah and I did our run, we were joined each day by my nephew Richie, and their dog Oscar, who loved to go out and run. Here they are with Sarah.
Of course I got to pose with them too. Great scenery there, and the view of the mountains was so nice for watching each day.
Of course, it was always a race back to the house once we got to the halfway point. Great way to exercise for everybody. Oscar was also great to have along. First time running with a dog again since Buddy passed in March. Hopefully I will have some other news coming in the very near future in regards to a new training partner coming. I can’t wait! More to come on that later. Keep moving everybody!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 2438
by Dan | May 18, 2014 | Exercise, Goals, Motivation, weight lifting, Wellness/Health
We may not know what our future has in mind for us, but we do have a lot of control over certain things. We can choose to take care of our health better by watching what we eat, and staying active. I have been saying this for years. If it was always this easy, then why doesn’t everybody do it? We have to dig deep down inside of us. We have to find whatever it is that will “click” with us to make those changes. This takes motivation, attitude, and ability.
This is the slogan on the wall at Anytime Fitness. I can focus on this quite a bit when I am doing my weight workout. It helps me stay focused and to really think about why I am working out in the first place. Keep these points in mind when we are struggling to keep ourselves going. Working out is working! But remember, anything worth having is worth working for. Keep your head down and stay focused. Keep moving everybody!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 2424
by Dan | May 10, 2014 | Exercise, Goals, Motivation, Wellness/Health
Well, Sarah and I had a busy weekend in Fargo. We did the 5K run friday night, then the 1/2 marathon on saturday morning. If we did both, it was called the Go Far Challenge, for Fargo! We each got another medal for doing both. We will add them to our collection over the years.
It was the 10th Anniversary of the Fargo marathon and half marathon. They also had a 5K and 10K walk and run. With all 4 races, there were over 22,000 people who participated! It was a busy, but fun weekend. Here is a picture of the start line for the 5K friday night.
This is a race to start off doing. You are surrounded by people from start to finish. Keep moving everybody!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 2416
by Dan | May 8, 2014 | Exercise, Goals, Motivation, Wellness/Health
Last night was the first time meeting at Anytime Fitness for the running club. I was joined by Kyle, Owen, Karen, and Rich. We started out easy, as Karen and Rich were just beginning. Karen was still very reluctant to start. But, she made it a 1/4 mile! We all have to start somewhere, and I give her a lot of credit for trying. As time goes on, this will increase as well. The rain held off long enough to get the run in. Bottom line…it does not matter how far you want to run. If you are interested, we will figure out some kind of a route to get you going. The only people who fail are the ones who never make an attempt. Kudos to you Karen! See you for the next WARC gathering. Keep moving everybody!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 2414
by Dan | May 4, 2014 | Exercise, Motivation, Weather, Wellness/Health
A few of us braved the weather…rain, sleet, snow to meet for the beginning of the Watertown Area Running Club. I will admit, it was not the funnest run, but, it was definitely funner in a group. I would have run inside today, or changed workouts if I were to do it on my own. We did 4 miles as a group, then Sarah wanted to do a couple more, so I went with her. We wre already wet!
As this poster from Runner’s World sums it up, from legendary coach Bill Bowerman: There is no such thing as bad weather, just soft people. Today would have been one of those on my own. Thanks to Sarah, Steve, and Jackie for braving the elements with me today. Hopefully going forward we will have some better weather, and funner runs. Here is to the future. Keep moving everybody!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 2410
by Dan | Apr 27, 2014 | Exercise, Family, Goals, Motivation, Wellness/Health
We all have a goal as parents: We want to see our kids grow up, and to be happy! Prom was last night, and it was our son Nick’s turn. He is a junior. Sarah and I exercise all the time, try to watch our diet, and stay healthy, so we can be around more for our kids, and to see them grow up. This is what life is all about! Here is proud mom with her son. We just got done having 18 kids over at our house to eat prior to going to the grand march.
And of course, we have to have one with Dad also! This is what it is all about. We watched Nick the day before at the Watoma relays. He had a great day, taking 3rd in the mile, and being a part of the winning relay teams of the Medley, and the mile relay. Important to keep everybody active! Enjoy life. Keep moving everybody!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 2403
