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Rissa,
WOW, two weeks without smoking is a lot to be proud of. You are well on your way to a successful quit. Remember to celebrate and reward yourself.
Take Care,
Melanie
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You can do it Sheila! For me, running is more mental than physical. Once you get it in your head that you can do it, you will. Since I've quit I have worked out for double my usual workout, and have tried to run a few miles a day (slowly at first). Today I just wanted to see if I could do it and I pushed myself. I wouldn't suggest trying to run a lot if you are not a big exerciser though, cause you might hurt yourself :-). As a smoker I did work out regularly, even though it wasn't a very vigorous workout (like riding stationary bike-slow). Good luck though, I highly recommend running as a workout- the endorphin rush is great!
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 2/6/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 12
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 258
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $71.4
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 21 [B]Mins:[/B] 39 [B]Seconds:[/B] 17
Redrosie
Thanks for the props, things are going great right now! I am very sorry to report that Dave is still very windy. He has always had this side effect, but it has definitely intensified due to quitting smoking and also recently eating lots of junk food. What can I say? He's a stinky one :-). I will pass along your concern to him though :-).
RissaRoo
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 2/6/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 12
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 258
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $71.4
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 21 [B]Mins:[/B] 42 [B]Seconds:[/B] 0
Well...I am almost to two weeks without smoking...and today I ran farther and faster than I ever have. When I smoked and tried to run I could usually run/walk my way through about 2 miles at most. Today I ran 6 miles...nonstop. This is truly a milestone for me. I am getting healthy.
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 2/6/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 12
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 256
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $71.4
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 0 [B]Hrs:[/B] 21 [B]Mins:[/B] 28 [B]Seconds:[/B] 50
Rissa
Great job getting healthy! And thanks for posting the inspiration. I haven't gotten started with an exercise program yet, but sometimes I feel like I could get up and run a few miles. It was a boost to hear that great strides and results are possible after only two weeks.
Keep up the great work
Sheila
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 2/4/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 14
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 445
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $70
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 1 [B]Hrs:[/B] 4 [B]Mins:[/B] 39 [B]Seconds:[/B] 30
Well done! 6 miles is impressive, you'll be running the marathon by next year :p
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 2/6/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 13
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 158
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] �32.5
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 2 [B]Hrs:[/B] 9 [B]Mins:[/B] 41 [B]Seconds:[/B] 43
That is fantastic RissaRoo. At this rate you'll be able to run the NYC Marathon in November. If you ever decide to do so let me know: I'll be standing on the side lines cheering you on.
Super Super Job!!!
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 1/17/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 33
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 673
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $255.75
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 2 [B]Hrs:[/B] 23 [B]Mins:[/B] 14 [B]Seconds:[/B] 50
Hi RissaRoo, 6 miles is awesome! I am very impressed. And look at you, almost 2 weeks! Lots of good things going on in your life. How is your man Dave? Is he still quit? Is he still windy? lol [IMG]http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e58/saggysac/stinker.gif[/IMG] Keep Strong. [color=Red]redrosie[/color]
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 1/1/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 48
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,174
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $398.4
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 4 [B]Hrs:[/B] 18 [B]Mins:[/B] 22 [B]Seconds:[/B] 16
Rissa I am happy for you. Let's see 2 weeks, so you have already...
� Lowered your blood pressure and pulse
� Normalized your carbon monoxide and oxygen levels in your blood
� Decreased your chances of having a heart attack
� Improve your sense of taste and smell
� Increased your lung capacity
� Made your breathing easier
� Improved your circulation
� Began the process of your lungs cleaning themselves
� Reduced your coughing
� Increased your energy level
Way2go :)
[color=blue]~[font=Arial]all the best[/font][/color]
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[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 8/20/2005
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 183
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 4,038
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $915
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 17 [B]Hrs:[/B] 10 [B]Mins:[/B] 8 [B]Seconds:[/B] 49
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