12,501

:O)

That's how many steps I logged today.  I went out for another 40 minutes' worth of walking, so I am "good" for today's exercise LOL!!

In September, I logged a total of 311,239 steps (155 miles) which was an average of 10374 per day.  Not too shabby at all <wink>

Remember my goal to hit 10 million total steps logged this year?  I *only* have to do approx 6800 a day now for the next three months.

My October goals are:

I need to switch my measuring day to the 2-3rd week of the month though, because like I said last night, weighing at the end of the month puts TOM here and I know that skews the number(s) somewhat.  So, I'll pick a day between PMS and TOM and measure.

As far as weighing goes, I'll probably continue to use the 15th and end of the month.  Maybe.  We'll see.

OK.  With September being over, have you looked at where you are at now for the year?  How you would like to progress for the rest of this year?

I'm at roughly 10 lbs gone for the year right now.  I could still lose 5-15 lbs this year and I will be happy.  I'd be happier with more, but it's not about speed in releasing weight, it's about getting and being healthier.

I have a question:  when you run your races and get "medals" do you keep them for your own "trophy" or donate them back out?  I got my new Runner's World magazine today and there's a place you can donate them that will give them to people with life-threatening diseases, etc as a pick-me-up.

If you are interested, check it out at:   www.medals4mettle.org or www.runnersworld.com/giving

Eh, I haven't gotten any medals for Bloomsday (we only get a t-shirt for finishing the race), but may have to see after the RnR Seattle 1/2 Marathon.

Big Mama's Word

OK, look at me calling myself "big mama" :{..but I do have a word for you!  Kelly, you are the most consistent person with a steady focus and steady journey on this WHOLE  ep site.  You GO my friend.  This is meant to be a sincere compliment!!  Blessings to you for your heart's desires.  Chargail

Great idea

The medal donation...  I have a few from walks I have done that are sitting in a drawer somewhere!

Bloomsday!

The Spokane Bloomsday run was my first road race ever in 1999.  I loved it and would like to do it again some day.  I don't have any medals to donate, but I think it is a great Idea. 

damn girl

Look at you!! I'm so jealous!! lol Take me with you for those walks and runs! hehe

I'm sorry for not commenting a lot but I read you (and cheer you!!) often =D

You'Re right about pace not being really important when it comes to weightloss. That can really make people sick and obsessed =/ (aka..only eat salad and exercise like a maniac)

Take care and keep it up!!!

Wow!

You are a walking fool.  Okay, you're not a fool.  But that's just something we say here in the South.  It may be universal, I don't know.  I don't get out much.  Look at you go.  I know you will hit your goal for the year.  That's so amazing.  You never cease to inspire.  Do you know that?  If you don't know that, I'm telling you RIGHT NOW!  You rock, Kelly-girl!

wow woman!

Great job!  That's alot of steps for the year!  I stopped using my pedometer.. and every time my BF walks by it he says.. "hey remember this thing that I bought you!"

I like your october goals they are attainable!  You WI only once a month?

Thank you

I just wanted to thank you for reminding me that it isn't about how quickly we lose the weight. I've only lost about 15 lbs this year and sometimes that discourages me. I've got to realize that it is MUCH better than gaining 15 lbs. The healthy choices we are making is what is important. Just think about how much easier it will be to maintain our goal weight. :)

That's right!

About focusing on getting healthier and not being as concerned about dropping weight quickly. That really has to be the focus or you will never stick with it. The numbers can be so discouraging. Great job on all the walking!!