I make jokes about washing clothes on my abs, which would be nice, but I’m looking for more than that.

Recently, I’ve been acquiring all those little health quirks that come with my added girth. My knees hurt more , I find myself winded when taking the stairs, I even have trouble tying my shoes. My cholesterol is up , my blood pressure is up , etc. I think my doctor is a little disappointed.

It’s been a long time since I felt compelled to go shirtless around humans , no biggie. The internal changes hit me the hardest. I have less energy , less stamina. My reduced physical prowess is starting to weigh on my personal life in ways I won’t mention here (no pun intended).

This blog is more about walking up 2 flights of stairs in one shot than it is about looking buff when I get there ( although its wouldn’t hurt).

I want to FEEL better. I want to BE better.

Why do you do it?