5k/day for 30 days - fitness challenge.

2014-11-09T14:41:15-05:00

Anyone? I was introduced to this a few weeks ago and am on my second week. I've ran 4-5 miles every day for the last week. At 42 yrs old, this hurts, but I can do it. Anyone else want to join?

Response by CW5 Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 9 at 2014 2:49 PM

2014-11-09T14:49:01-05:00

At 57 years old, I think it would simply be too much for me. But I'll be there in spirit, sir. Good on ya for taking this bold step. GEN Casey included staying fit in his six keys to a successful transition. It's so important to stay in shape, and I applaud you, MAJ Private RallyPoint Member! (I'm cheering from the sidelines!)

https://www.rallypoint.com/command-post/general-casey-6-keys-to-a-successful-transition

General Casey: 6 Keys to a Successful Transition | RallyPoint

I think there are 6 keys to a successful transition: 1) Don't sell yourselves short! Any time you start something new, you always feel a bit uncomfortable as you get the feel of the new environment and learn its acronyms. But the reality is that you already have the skills that CEOs are looking for. The Conference Board, a business intelligence company, surveyed a group of CEOs several years ago, asking them what skills they were looking for...

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 9 at 2014 6:36 PM

2014-11-09T18:36:36-05:00

I am down to do it! I have a fitbit, which calculates distance. Let me know

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 9 at 2014 7:04 PM

2014-11-09T19:04:17-05:00

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member Insanity offers a shirt if you do it for 63 days, what are you offering?

Response by CPT Richard Riley made Nov 9 at 2014 7:49 PM

2014-11-09T19:49:17-05:00

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member My lovely wife just told me she is sure I can run at least 5 yards a day ..... Now, at 54 years old and decades away from service BECAUSE my wonderful wife is SO supporting - I will try to give this a shot. I make no promises, but I will do my best :)

Response by SGT Richard H. made Apr 9 at 2015 7:58 PM

2015-04-09T19:58:25-04:00

Just join up with the Infantry...that was 5-10k a day for....well....ever.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 9 at 2015 9:15 PM

2015-04-09T21:15:51-04:00

Wish I could, Sir. Put on light duty for the next 3 weeks due to "runner's knees", taking Mobic and wearing a knee sleeve. Hope you achieve your goal!

Response by SSG Trust Palmer made Apr 9 at 2015 10:24 PM

2015-04-09T22:24:01-04:00

[~368184:SSG James J. Palmer IV bae, this would be good for you.