Couch Potato to Runner

It pouring down with rain today so I headed to the gym to do my run. Today’s schedule called for a 32 minute run. I did 5.55 km in the 32 minutes which translates to a 5:46 pace per kilometre (8:12 min per mile for the metrically challenged – there is a great calculator here). I did my 5K distance in 28:18 which I was pleased with. I’m always faster on the treadmill but I have to admit the runs outside are a lot more enjoyable.

I got to thinking while I was on the treadmill (as you do) and I think I’ve come a long way (More on this in a later post).

I used to be a couch potato (307 pounds in the photo) and now I’m a runner (225 pounds in the photo – 218 pounds today).

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April 15, 2008 | Filed Under Life, OHR 

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31 Responses to “Couch Potato to Runner”

  1. MarshmallowNo Gravatar on April 15th, 2008 12:19 pm

    How far you’ve managed to come is truly inspirational, Andrew. Thanks for sharing those photos, you are a braver man than I(?)

  2. AndrewENo Gravatar on April 15th, 2008 12:21 pm

    Heh…there is a worse one in the updated about me page…

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  3. Metroknow - AlmostFit.comNo Gravatar on April 15th, 2008 3:21 pm

    Wow. Incredible – you look, I must say, happier to boot!

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  4. AndrewENo Gravatar on April 15th, 2008 4:07 pm

    The happiness factor is something that I would like to post more about. Watch this space. ;)
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  5. hanlieNo Gravatar on April 15th, 2008 6:23 pm

    I’m sure this change has affected all areas of your life! You are a living testament to the fact that we don’t have to accept our circumstances, that we are not powerless and that we can radically change our lives. We can never get enough of those messages!

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  6. AndrewENo Gravatar on April 15th, 2008 6:49 pm

    Thanks Hanlie. If I can do it then anyone can. :)
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  7. justoofatNo Gravatar on April 15th, 2008 11:25 pm

    Wow! Amazing, Andrew. Sometimes, when we look at ourselves each day, it’s difficult to spot the changes… but those pictures surely put it into focus. You look, feel and *are* terrific! Bravo, you.

    j

  8. WundaLucyNo Gravatar on April 15th, 2008 11:26 pm

    WD Andrew you look phenomenal in that shot, all outdoorsy and happy! Can’t wait to hear about the emotional stuff too!

  9. CarlyNo Gravatar on April 16th, 2008 12:38 am

    Andrew you look FANTASTIC! I am inspired by all of your success. Keep up the great work.

    Also, I wanted to thank you for the kind words regarding my public speaking. The website is helping me. : )

  10. CammyNo Gravatar on April 16th, 2008 12:53 am

    Nothing wrong with the guy on the left, but the guy on the right looks SO much happier! Congrats for all your succcesses!
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  11. izzy on April 16th, 2008 1:54 am

    … and the new bod makes the beard workout well too :)
    yay

  12. JeffNo Gravatar on April 16th, 2008 1:58 am

    Wow — great before and after pics, Andrew. Keep up the great work!

  13. BikiniMeNo Gravatar on April 16th, 2008 5:05 am

    Way to go!!

  14. AndrewENo Gravatar on April 16th, 2008 5:14 am

    Thanks for all the kind words folks.
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  15. Chief WahooNo Gravatar on April 16th, 2008 8:11 am

    Awesome! You should be very proud of your progress!

  16. NancyNo Gravatar on April 16th, 2008 11:07 am

    You look fabulous!

  17. AndrewENo Gravatar on April 16th, 2008 11:52 am

    Thanks Chief Wahoo and Nancy. :)
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  18. KadaNo Gravatar on April 16th, 2008 8:45 pm

    Colour me gobsmacked!

    Your face doesn’t look like you’re the same guy anymore.

  19. AndrewENo Gravatar on April 16th, 2008 8:50 pm

    That’s sort of a purplish green right? :) I agree…it’s weird looking back.

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  20. SallyNo Gravatar on April 17th, 2008 8:05 pm

    I think it’s really amazing to see the difference when you put the two photos together. I have to agree with Marshmallow that you are brave to share it. But it also shows you are a lot more confident about yourself now! You’ve come a long way! Keep it up :)
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  21. AndrewENo Gravatar on April 17th, 2008 8:12 pm

    ;) I’ll try.

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  22. AmandaNo Gravatar on April 18th, 2008 2:03 am

    Man that’s an amazing before and after!! I lost about 25-30 lbs from running, so it’s not quite so dramatic but it makes me feel great to know I did it!

  23. AndrewENo Gravatar on April 18th, 2008 5:58 am

    There is a certain feeling of accomplishment indeed.

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  24. amyNo Gravatar on April 18th, 2008 11:12 pm

    Wow – that is an amazing difference and picture. I can see the joy in your face in the second picture.

  25. CynthiaNo Gravatar on April 19th, 2008 5:07 am

    What a difference! And yes, you do look so much happier!

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  26. AndrewENo Gravatar on April 19th, 2008 6:50 am

    Thanks Amy and Cynthia. Very kind of you to say so. :)

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  27. GregNo Gravatar on April 29th, 2008 7:50 am

    My goodness man! What a change. You should be incredibly proud of the progress you’ve made. I had a similar picture on my end: Why I Run.

    Keep it up. You look great!

  28. AndrewENo Gravatar on April 29th, 2008 10:23 am

    Thanks Greg.

    You look like you’ve done a great job as well!

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  29. cyberpenguinNo Gravatar on April 30th, 2008 4:41 pm

    Wow, what an amazing transformation. You are truly an inspiration!

  30. AndrewENo Gravatar on April 30th, 2008 5:44 pm

    Thanks Cyberpenguin. ;)
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  31. CarNo Gravatar on December 21st, 2010 4:49 pm

    just a amazing blog!
    you can do it. WOW!!!

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