Tools for the Journey

I have to admit I'm new to this whole social networking phenomenon, but the more I learn, the more I enjoy it, and the more time I'm spending online. An article I just read online said that "social networking is quickly becoming the dominant online behavior globally". I can see why...I'm addicted already and I've been at it for a little over a week now.

I mention this explosion in social networking because I wanted to share my excitement about a site I was referred to by some friends. If you haven't checked out http://www.sparkpeople.com/ yet you should...especially if you're interested in getting your weight/fitness back under control like I am.

It's totally free and adds the social networking component to fitness. I've tried diets or exercise plans on my own in the past and failed, but I'm really looking forward to the social aspect of the communities I have joined.

Feel free to check out my page on sparkpeople, build one of your own and keep in touch. It's tools like these that I know will keep me motivated when my tank is running low. Today I'm on a real fitness high. I ran 5k at lunch, I stuck to my meal plan and lifted/core trained in the evening. I have nearly 25 lbs to lose to get down to my goal weight and its tools like these that will make my journey all the more sweet.

Computer monitors on Flickr by Random Connections

Dumbbells on Flickr by Josh Rokman