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08-19-2012, 07:02 AM

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aeo1313

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Tangible evidence of how far I've come

I have been clean and sober for 109 days. When I did so, I also started running for the first time and got back into a fitness routine. Last night I ran my first 5k!!! I thought I'd have to walk some of it, but I just kept going! I have never been so proud of myself!! Proof I can do what I put my heart and mind into doing.

08-19-2012, 07:05 AM

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onlythetruth

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Good for you! I bet you feel on top of the world.

08-19-2012, 07:11 AM

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sugarbear1

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Awesome to hear! Keep it up!!

08-19-2012, 07:11 AM

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TorontoGuy28

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Good for you ! Congrats !

08-19-2012, 07:13 AM

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NewHouse2012

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That is really cool! Congrats. Someday I hope to make it to the triple digits! A run like that takes much dedication. Amazing what we can do when we don't drink!

08-19-2012, 07:17 AM

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Sapling

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That's pretty wonderful aeo....Good for you!!

08-19-2012, 07:18 AM

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Hope4Life

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Fantastic!

Way to Go!! Thanks for posting your triumph!

08-19-2012, 07:20 AM

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ToberMummer

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AMAZING!! I love reading posts like this. Hearing about the joys of sobriety makes those tough moments a little easier for me! Thanks, and way to go!

08-19-2012, 07:56 AM

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MrsKing

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So, so, so pleased for you, aeo! Go you! That's amazing. Congratulations

08-19-2012, 08:01 AM

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Julynine

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Many Congrats. Plan to start running myself very soon. Have just about enough energy to get through the day at the moment but it is improving. I'm at 6 weeks so looking at the 3 month mark to start. One step at a time!

Cheers

Julynine

08-19-2012, 08:17 AM

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SlimSlim

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You've earned the right to be proud of yourself...two great accomplishments!

I like that you've given yourself the exercise routine and running...improves your health, gives you the "natural high" with endorphins and now, another sense of accomplishment.