STICKING WITH IT

Tim Doing What He Does

It is easy to get fired up about something then flame out.  Have you done this?  Perhaps you decided that you were going to learn to play the guitar so you went out and dropped some bucks on a nice acoustical six string, bought some music, took some lessons, then realized a few months later that you hadn't been practicing and that you seem to always to have other things to do.

This probably happens most frequently with exercise and diet.  The old "new years resolution" thing.  Well, I just got a message from Tim that you might be interested in reading.  Tim has been following the TIPS FROM A MAN blog from almost the beginning.  He has been good enough to stay in touch and to share his experiences.  He updated us on 6/18/2012 and again on 9/29/12.  At one point he had lost a total of 41.5 lbs following the TIPS FROM A MAN guidelines.  I really enjoy his honesty.

Tim writes...

Roger,

I wanted to provide you with an update as to this years activities and progress.  After all the amazing success I had last year, I must admit I "fell off the wagon" a bit over the winter.  I gained 15-20 pounds.  In early spring of this year, I paused and reflected a bit on where I was when I was hiking once or twice a week and where I found myself after a season of inactivity.  I was never discouraged because I knew from  "Tips From a Man" what small changes I could again make that over time would restore my level of fitness and stamina.  Further reflection disclosed some interesting things.  First of all, I have a passion for hiking.  When the snow fell and I could no longer access the trails I was accustomed to hiking (or so I thought) I was at a loss as to how to remain active (I hate the treadmill).  Over the winter, a post on your blog dealt with snowshoeing and a light bulb went off.  Snowshoeing in the winter!!  I think I could really enjoy that and I have heard it is quite a work out.  Additionally, I could access some of the lower trails that I love.  Problem solved!

As for my current state, I am back to where I was (actually a little ahead of the game) and hiking regularly.  I am hiking lengthy trails that I did not hike last year and having a great time.  All of a sudden I have 10-12 people that want to summit Timpanogos with me this year and we have scheduled a hike for a few weeks from now.  I have already been to the basin and will probably hike to the bomber crash site then over to Emerald Lake this Saturday.  

By the way, when I visited my cardiologist this spring, my numbers were still good with the exception of the good cholesterol.  His recommendation to raise the good cholesterol . . . physical activity.  Another problem solved!

Thank you again for your blog and keep up the great work.  So many good ideas. You rock!

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Yes, like all of us, Tim proved that he is human.  But I am so inspired at how he learned from his experiences and how he has figured out how to have a more healthy and enjoyable winter so he can be consistent with his goals all year round.  That is what it is all about.  Here is a TIP FROM A MAN... seek for solutions.  Let's don't just talk about our problems.  Let's not be a complainer.  Let's change our circumstances and our problems.  I'm hopeful that in a few months we will see a photo of Tim snowshoeing over a breathtaking mountain peak with a big grin on his face.  You Go Tim!  And, You Go to all of us!

Enjoy life!