When I started my AMPSLifestyleChange nearly 9 years ago in 2008, I just wanted to lose the weight, become more active and reverse a lot of health issues that I was starting to develop and that were prevalent in my family. I had no idea that I would be able to start running again...
When I started setting anniversary goals for AMPSLifestyleChange, I guess it's no surprise my first challenge was to run. I chose a half marathon, which I did in April 2011, and I ended up running in a total of four, before moving on and doing other challenges.
2nd Half Marathon - November 2011
One of my favorite scriptures says, Come now, you who say, “Today or tomorrow we will go...”; 14 whereas you do not know what will happen tomorrow. For what is your life? It is even a vapor that appears for a little time and then vanishes away. 15 Instead you ought to say, “If the Lord wills, we shall live and do this or that.” (James 4:13-15)
Due to life catching up with me, I was not able to do my 8th and 9th year anniversary challenge; but, If the Lord wills, I WILL conclude my AMPSLifestyleChange anniversary goals with my 10th year and final challenge - fulfilling a childhood dream 35 years later and competing in a National Masters Track & Field Event!
(2018 USATF Masters Indoor T&F Championships March 16-18, 2018, Landover, Maryland)
I encourage each of you to start your lifestyle change by setting small goals each day, and as you achieve them, start setting more challenging goals that you can work towards. As you achieve those, keep going until you fulfill your dreams! With God's help and if it's His will, you can do it!
Get in touch if you need help getting started on your lifestyle change today!
