Category Archives: Couch Potatoism

Wednesday Weight – 5/1/13

Posted on May 1, 2013 by Steve

Last Wednesday, my weight was 174 pounds. And, today, it is 175.2 pounds. I am not surprised that it’s up a little. It was my son’s birthday this past weekend and I ate too much crap at his party. I … Continue reading →

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The Impact Of Watching TV On Your Life Clock

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Steve

“Every single hour of television watched after the age of 25 reduces the viewer’s life expectancy by 21.8 minutes.” – source. Crap. Using that math, I have pissed away 7 months off my life sitting in front of the boob … Continue reading →

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On The Edge Of One Week With No Exercise

Posted on December 23, 2012 by Steve

Thursday night, I was a mess.  All the work stress of the week caught up with me and I was a puddle of a person by the end of the day.  So, I did not go for a run, as … Continue reading →

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Getting Fat On Superstorm Sandy

Posted on October 29, 2012 by Steve

Since 2 PM yesterday, we’ve been housebound due to Sandy.  And, we’ll probably be stuck in the house for at least another day.  (Luckily, up to now, we have not lost power.  But, I suspect it’s coming soon the way … Continue reading →

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Why Am I Tired All The Time?

Posted on October 24, 2012 by Steve

Lately, I cannot manage to stay awake past 9:45 PM most evenings.  It seems that every night, I am falling asleep in front of the TV and my wife has to wake me up at ten and tell me to … Continue reading →

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Sitting Too Much May Lead To Chronic Kidney Disease

Posted on October 8, 2012 by Steve

Via Newsday – Sitting for extended periods daily can lead to chronic kidney disease, according to medical investigators who examined how the cumulative effects of remaining seated can carry long-term risks. The new research by a team of British investigators … Continue reading →

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The Dirty Dozen Days Of Nada

Posted on September 2, 2012 by Steve

It’s been 12 days since I “formally” had any exercise. Granted, I did a ton of walking while we were on vacation down in Baltimore.  But, that was only for three days.  And, I did “workout” with my son – … Continue reading →

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What The Heck Is Wrong With Me?

Posted on July 17, 2012 by Steve

I don’t know what’s wrong with me? I am tired, stressed, light-headed, irritable, lethargic, depressed, confused and I cannot stop overeating. I am not sleeping well. I have no drive to do the things that I need to get done … Continue reading →

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Lazy & Painful Bones

Posted on July 12, 2012 by Steve

The last three days, I have been a mush. Tuesday night, after work, I watched the MLB All-Star game with my kid and vegged on the couch.  Yesterday, I intended on hitting the gym.  But, I could not get there … Continue reading →

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Needing To Get That Exercise Passion Back Again

Posted on June 28, 2012 by Steve

The last four days have been a workout disaster for me. On Monday, I had a hell of a commute into the office – followed by a not so great commute home after a tiring day at work. By the time … Continue reading →

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My Own Fitness Plan 1.0 – Cycle 4 – Day 13

Posted on June 3, 2012 by Steve

It’s been a rough last three days or so. Thursday night, I hurt my back at my son’s Little League game.  It was pretty bad. The next day, Friday, it was better.  I had to work all day and then, … Continue reading →

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Lacking The Will To Exercise

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Steve

So much for my plan to get back on the exercise horse. I either have the world’s worst hay fever now or the onset of a cold.  Either way, my throat is on fire, my head hurts, and I am … Continue reading →

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Wanted: Fitness Guy Reanimation

Posted on June 8, 2011 by Steve

Three days ago, I shared that I need to get my rear into gear and get back to the gym. So, what happened?  Yesterday and the day before, I planned on going to the gym and doing a full-body workout.  … Continue reading →

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2011 Personal Fitness Goal Report Card [Update]

Posted on June 6, 2011 by Steve

I’ve really been slacking in the exercise department. I’m not close to the effort/pace that I had over the first two months of this year. On the positive-side, I’ve been eating well, making smart food choices, and maintaining my healthy … Continue reading →

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Blah

Posted on May 15, 2011 by Steve

I’ve got no steam today. Been like that for a few days now. All I want to do is sleep. I have not been exercising regularly. And, while I’ve been pretty good with my food choices and portion control, I’ve … Continue reading →

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Even Captain America Has His Gym Slacker Moments

Posted on April 21, 2011 by Steve

I saw this last weekend in a USA Today interview with Chris Evans regarding his new movie Captain America: The First Avenger which comes out on July 22nd: [Chris] Evans on getting in (and out of shape):”As soon as we … Continue reading →

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Personal Lack Of Exercise Lament

Posted on April 5, 2011 by Steve

I am in such a bad place these days when it comes to improving on my fitness levels. It’s been a week since I last went for a run. Worse, last night, I had the perfect chance to go for … Continue reading →

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National Unplugging Day 2011

Posted on March 4, 2011 by Steve

Here’s more on this via PC World – Hey, you! Put that smartphone down! Back away from that iPad! Switch off your laptop, and stop Tweeting! It’s almost time for the Second Annual National Day of Unplugging. After all, even … Continue reading →

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Not Ready For Some Fattening Football

Posted on January 16, 2011 by Steve

From 1978 to 1992, I was really into the NFL football thing – and a pretty rabid New York (or should I say New Jersey) Giants fan. I watched the games every week and sweated out the big ones. But, after … Continue reading →

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