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15 pounds, 1500 miles & $1500 in 15 weeks, for the MS150

Sometimes you have to make a commitment in order to see the results. I'm making a commitment to return to a healthy lifestyle. It starts today.

It's time I stop talking about living a healthy lifestyle and I make my statements with ACTION!

Every year I (and many others) "say" we're going to get in shape, eat healthy, and make a lifestyle change. Heck I said that last year, when I lost 20lbs and rode my bike 1800 miles for the year. But then winter came and I put a third of that weight right back on! It's time to make a serious commitment to change.

A personal (yet public) challenge

As I've watched my weight inch back up to 178lbs and have become quite behind in my cycling for the year, I simply do not feel as good as I would if I were living a healthy lifestyle. I want that life, so I'm making the change... starting today!

As of June 1, I will begin my transformation. My goal is to lose a minimum of 15 lbs over the next 15 weeks. I'll do this by riding a minimum of 1500 miles on my bicycle, hoping to raise $1500 for the MS150.