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Orange Jacket Guy

Sunday I was out for a run and all the sudden I felt a breeze go by my head.  It took me a few minutes before I realized that some guy just blew by me and that was not the wind but rather someone running like a jackrabbit compared to my turtle-like pace. My first reaction was... "wow am I that slow?". Then I looked up and saw who it was. I was so thrilled that this man who used to be completely deconditioned was now sprinting by me at such a rapid pace. I was so inspired that I had to take a photo of his obvious orange running jacket leaving me in the dust. Two years ago I used to cross paths with this same man who's level of exercise intensity was limited to walking at a slower than average pace. Since we always crossed paths on the same route I would say hello or wave. Sometimes when I would be driving by and see him out for a walk I would wave and give him a "thumbs up". Over time I have seen his diligent commitment transform him from walker to runner. His body started transforming. His consistency paid off.  With proper training his body has become equipped to move in the way he demonstrated Sunday.  We all start somewhere, and it's really not about comparing yourself to anyone else but rather to continue to take steps in the direction that allows for healthy adaptation of your own body.

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