Shrinking the Pile - September 7, 2007

pile (pil) n. 1. informal A large accumulation or quantity. 2. A whole lot of Josh – more than necessary, or healthy. (American Heritage Dictionary)

Shrinking the Pile is a record of my attempt to become a more healthy dude by losing a large accumulation of weight through exercise and a healthy diet.
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Weight last week: 244 lbs
Weight this week: 247 lbs
Change of: +3 lbs

And I falter…

Up three pounds this week. It was – inevitable – I suppose.

I look around me while I’m driving and I notice person after person running. And I think, I should be out there running. I should. I’ve got Run for the Roses in about 5 weeks time, and I haven’t run since the last Run for the Roses a year ago. Wow. That – that’s a long time ago.
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Rat: It’s called “Box Me In.” I will sell them a cardboard box and tell them to shove themselves inside it until they see results.
Goat: That’s ridiculous.
Box Me In insert: A few days after sealing the box, you will become hungry. DO NOT BE AFRAID. The box is WORKING!
(Pearls Before Swine by Stephan Pastis)