4/9/26

Thought of the day


I’ve never been a big fan of being vulnerable. (Let’s be honest, who is?)

But today, I’m stepping out of my comfort zone to share something I’ve been working on for the past three months. I’ve dropped hints here and there about a "fitness transformation," and as of this week, I’ve officially crossed the finish line.

The results? I’m down about 10 pounds, but more importantly, I’ve rediscovered some abdominal muscles I haven’t seen in more than 30 years. It’s like a high school reunion in my midsection, and everyone actually showed up.

I turn 56 in about two weeks, and for the first time in a long time, I can honestly say I look—and feel—pretty good.

Here's me in January:

And here's me today:






Talk to you tomorrow.


I will persevere.
I will be the stream.
I will keep moving forward. 



Comments

  1. Good for you - both for your hard work AND for sharing it with us! You're braver than I am.

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  2. Good on you. I imagine you feel much better, and you do look mah-velous!

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  3. Way to go! It's much easier at a younger age like yours. At almost 68, I'm struggling.

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  4. Definitely more defined looking in your abs area! Congrats!

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  5. Good for you! Did you get taller? Must be the shoes.

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    1. Taller and smaller was the plan!

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  6. Wow! That's a lot of progress, Matt. Proud of you!

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  7. Congratulations!
    And I think that the best part is that you feel awesome.

    XOXO

    P. S. I think you look great.

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  8. Congratulations. Losing weight is hard especially when you're older. I wish I could lose 10 or 20 pounds...

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  9. So you are telling me shoes make you feel better. I'll have to give that a try.

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  10. YAY! Good for you, Mr. Shife!

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