Today marks one year since I started exercising regularly. My “first” workout in November 2005 was 1.5 miles/15 minutes on a stationary bike. I’ve come a long way since then… lost >30 lbs, got my resting heart rate down around 50 bpm, cycled two centuries (>100 miles each), and now I’m starting to cross train with some running. Thanks to all those who inspired me to get active — I feel great!

My goals for the coming year include:

- Keep the weight off
- Get my blood pressure down
- Cycle at least three centuries
- Run the NYC marathon
- Compete in a duathlon (run/bike/run)
- Raise a lot of money for cancer research

Wish me luck!