In addition to trying out my rain suit for the first time on the trail, I present a lengthy hydration report including a reference to what bodybuilders call anabolism, which, per BioNinja.com means “the synthesis of complex molecules from simpler molecules including the formation of macromolecules from monomers by condensation reactions”. Translated, this means basically building, as opposed to catabolism, which refers to breaking down, and which the same site refers to as “the breakdown of complex molecules into simpler molecules including the hydrolysis of macromolecules into monomers. I have found a couple of new diet options: 99% lean turkey, which has a higher protein/fat ratio than chicken, and diet fruit juice, just 5 calories per serving. My metabolism is still very low and I am strictly counting calories, but on track to finish strong in the weight loss contest at work.

Weight (change since 11/20/17): 223 (-46)
Workout time: 30 Minutes
Total Distance (total since Nov 2017): 1.26 Miles (62.67)
Run Distance: 0 Miles
Steps: 11485
Goals: (1) Run 10.5 miles in one day by 11/18/18 (2) Lose 100lbs by 12/25/18