Let's Get Ready to Rumble...

This entry was posted on 4/15/2007 9:24 PM and is filed under uncategorized.

Inhale.

Exhale.

Inhale.

Exhale.

Brown paper bag please...

Thank you.

Tomorrow is going to be something.  I'm not sure if it's going to be good or bad yet.  But it will be something.  And to be honest, I was hoping for the "Storm of the Century" like it was being predicted earlier in the week.

Being Wisconsin-bred, I figured that was my advantage over the competition.  My type of weather.  Unfortunately, things aren't shaping up to be too bad.  I guess that means you won't see me doing any of this tomorrow...


      

                                (Once again, Thanks Beth!)


But alas, the show must go on.

So I figure I'll get spit on a few times but some irrational elite runners and high-fived by some sane elite runners.  I'll take it all in stride and have fun as soon as this whole thing is over.

Being that my confidence has grown so much from what I've accomplished thus far... I figured it was time to let these bad boys go. 

WARNING:

The following is illegal is 39 states so please view with extreme caution.  Here are two "89 lb. heavier" before pictures from mid-January -- and two from a "more aero-dynamic" warm-blooded mammal.

Observe at the wonders that be...

   


Haven't turned back yet huh?

Alright, I warned you...

   

So there you have it.

3 months down...

1 day to go...

For this round.


I can't express how much your words of encouragement have meant to me.  From the bottom of my heart, thank you.

I'll update you the first chance I get.

Have a good day tomorrow...

Probably the most underestimated case of "I won't" ever.

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• 4/15/2007 10:03 PM Marin wrote:
  You look great! Congrats on making it this far. Remember to stay hydrated and keep something to snack on on your person. Peanutbutter and honey sammitches on wheat bread, hummus and turkey on whole wheat pita... whatever. Or just Gu. Keep a sports drink too. You need to replenish your body's sodium and electrolytes or you could trigger a heart attack. Seriously. Gatorade, or even a pinch of salt in your water. But sports drinks are better.
  
  Good luck! I'm going to try to Tivo the race so I can keep an eye out for you.
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• 4/15/2007 11:33 PM Alyssa wrote:
  You look great! You will finnish tomorrow. Pace yourself and you will be fine. Who cares if you get to the finnish line at 9 pm..at least you can say you "ran boston!" I'll be cheering for you!
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• 4/16/2007 12:03 AM Todd Scott wrote:
  go get 'em bro...
  
  TS
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• 4/16/2007 12:54 AM Patricia wrote:
  You LOOK great! And I'll bet you feel great too. What a huge difference (no pun intended).
  
  We are rooting for you! All the best!
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• 4/16/2007 5:04 AM Edward H wrote:
  Hi Jacob,
  I heard about your marathon-debut on letsrun; and despite the negative remarks expressed by the so-called elites on the site, I want to wish you all the best tomorrow. I can't say that I can understand your situation; I couldn't get my weight over 200 if my life depended on it ... but I can understand wanting to change some part of your life/self for the positive, and I commend you for actually having the guts to go ahead and do it! There will be a lot of elite/serious runner types at the race tomorrow, and I expect many will not look upon your presence with high esteem ... but however many thousands of miles that they may have put in to "legitimately" get there, most never really had to leave their safety zone in the process. You have, and in the greater scheme of things, that means a lot more.
  
  Best of Luck,
  
  Edward Hoey
  Former Collegiate Runner
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• 4/16/2007 7:10 AM Greg K. wrote:
  We'll be waiting in Coolidge Corner to cheer you on!
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• 4/16/2007 7:14 AM ThomasLB wrote:
  I'm pulling for you!
  
  I noticed one big difference in the before-and-after photographs: your smile!
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• 4/16/2007 7:18 AM Angela wrote:
  Good luck today Jacob, I applaud and commend you for taking this on. What all these "elite runners" have to say really doesnt matter, its how you feel about what you do that matters. I have a friend manning one of the first aid stations today at the marathon and she'll be cheering you on as well. All that matters is you're doing what makes you feel good, whether you finish or not, you can say you've done it.
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• 4/16/2007 8:03 AM Wind Flower wrote:
  Jacob,many blessings sugar and you look so adorable,good luck and on your mark get set go kick butt baby~Your Cheerleader in Florida~Wind Flower
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• 4/16/2007 8:18 AM Metro wrote:
  GO GET 'EM BEAR!
  
  Just for info: My friend http://www.raincoaster.com" target = "_blank">Raincoaster and I are betting on this.
  
  Every mile you make, I put $1 into one of your charities, she puts in $2, to a maximum of $25.
  
  Get 'er done, man.
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• 4/16/2007 8:21 AM Rabbi wrote:
  Congrats Bear, I'm proud of ya brother. Just wanted to let you know that I'm thinking about you today. Take it all the way to the house.
  BTP,
  Rabbi
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• 4/16/2007 9:01 AM Luann in Wisconsin wrote:
  All I can say is...you are HOT!
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• 4/16/2007 9:40 AM Kim wrote:
  I thinking of you and sending you all the positive vibes I can muster You know you can do this! Look how far you have come. Your fan Edward Hoey got it right, "... but however many thousands of miles that they may have put in to "legitimately" get there, most never really had to leave their safety zone in the process. You have, and in the greater scheme of things, that means a lot more."
  
  Your fans in Pasadena, Maryland are rooting for you!
  
  All my best,
  Kim
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• 4/16/2007 9:57 AM Jen wrote:
  Weather's not looking so good....Keeping my fingers crossed for you today, best of luck. Hope to see you cross the finish!
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• 4/16/2007 10:00 AM Paul M wrote:
  Paul Mawn wrote:
  Jacob,
  
  You are an inspiration to me and to lots of other overweight people. My high was 290. I'm at 250 now, and there are times when I get caught up in work and lose motivation. But seeing you do this makes me want to work that much harder at my work out regimen.
  
  As for the critics. These people would have made excellent members of the gestapo in Nazi Germany, but they came along 65 years too late. Let them all eat shit and bark at the moon as you cross that finish line.
  
  Good luck.
  
  Paul
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• 4/16/2007 10:27 AM Brenda wrote:
  Hi Jacob,
  
  I would be willing to bet that you have much more determination and courage than do the so-called "elite" runners. Most of them have never known a day of struggle related to weight loss. You have already succeeded my friend. I know you gotta have improved self-esteem, stamina, and the knowledge that you can do anything you set your mind to!
  
  I am sending lots of positive thoughts and prayers your way. Think of this as a personal journey and not a competition. Set your sights on completing this marathon in Jacob's time. That is all that matters. Not many people can say they completed a marathon, you my friend will have that honor, I am confident of it. Barring any unforeseen circumstances, you have come to far not to complete this.
  
  Take good care, get lots of rest and go forward towards your goal. You will do it!!!!
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• 4/16/2007 10:30 AM Frazer Muhlbeier wrote:
  Hey Bear! I've been watching this site for the last few weeks and just wanted to say you've done an amazing thing here!
  
  Good luck in Boston (although I doubt you need luck with the drive and determination you have) And I'm pulling for you and will be checking back to see how you did!
  
  Go Get em!
  
  Frazer
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• 4/16/2007 2:24 PM bethsheba wrote:
  I love man boobs!
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• 4/16/2007 3:28 PM Elizabeth wrote:
  JACOB best of luck!!!!! you're amazing, just be proud of the oh so amazing achievement you have behind you already and have fun, there's no looking back now.
  And to be honest, I'm an 18 year old girl in her prime and 115 lbs, and i could neverr ever run Boston.
  Kick some ass!!! remember you can itt!!! you can do it all night long!!
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• 4/16/2007 5:55 PM Shawn wrote:
  I don't know how today went, Jacob, but I have really been rooting for you! In my opinion, you have already won, no matter what. I can't believe you lost that much weight in so little time. You've just saved your life - Boston is secondary!
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• 4/16/2007 7:06 PM Mark wrote:
  Bear, I've been watching your website for the last month and you have become my idol. As a brother-in-fat I've always had the goal of running a marathon.I don't know how you did today but if you didn't die maybe it's possible for me. You've already won no matter what the results are for the day. THANK YOU!!
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• 4/16/2007 8:53 PM Paul H wrote:
  No one seems to know how you did today. The only thing I've heard is 4:58. No one can confirm this. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE tell me you finished. What a coup it will be. More importantly ,GOOD FOR YOU! We all have issues...it's how we deal with them that defines us. Oh, and on behalf of 98- 99& of us "good runners", well done!- if you did finish. Let us know!
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• 4/16/2007 10:47 PM Jenny Rathers wrote:
  DUDE! Did Jacob make it? I was reading in the boston hearld that a 300lb + man had a heart attack at mile 16. I hope it wasnt BEAR!
  
  SOME ONE LET US KNOW
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• 4/16/2007 11:34 PM Kris wrote:
  WHAT???? Where? I've checked all over the herald website and can't find anything about that.... I seriously may have trouble sleeping until I know.
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• 4/17/2007 12:00 AM Jacob wrote:
  I am too exhausted to do a blog now. I did finish. It was somewhere around 9 hours.
  
  -Jacob
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  1. 4/17/2007 7:51 AM geekers wrote:
     Awesome! Congrats!
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• 4/17/2007 12:51 AM Patricia wrote:
  YAY JACOB!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  Now we can allllll sleep better tonight.
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• 4/17/2007 1:44 AM rachael wrote:
  JACOB YOU LOOK ABSOLUTLY AMAZING! i have watched you through this whole thing and i am so so so happy for you! you are one SEXY BEAST!!! i admire your drive and commitment... it is seriously unmatched. you are awesome! you really truly look great. i hope the race goes well!
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• 4/17/2007 2:05 AM Francis wrote:
  Jacob, What happened today, did you finish? even if you didn't your supporters will continue to support you. But I would like to know how far you got, and what happened?
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• 4/17/2007 3:46 AM Tracy Hamilton wrote:
  I am sitting here bawling like a baby! I am so proud of you Jacob! You are doing a fantastic job! I couldn't sleep so I got on and typed in Apple diet cuz that was something I thought about trying to lose weight. I saw your site in Google and I clicked and now I am hooked. Hooked on your life story to see you triumph! You look awesome by the way! Keep up the good work and keep shining! You are a beautiful person, I can see that just after reading your blog and watching your videos. I know it's not easy to lose weight and it certainly isn't any easier being a heavy set person. I am 296 right now. I DO know how it is to have kids laugh and poke fun. I drop my kids off at school and they don't want me getting out of the car because, they say other kids laugh at me. I know it hurts greatly. If people could only see what is on the inside of a person first and foremost and not prejudge, this world would be a better place. But, never mind all that. This is about YOU. I am just ecstatic to see someone achieve their dream! Keep up the good work! I will root you on the rest of the way! May God bless you always. You deserve the best.
  
  Hugs,
  Tracy Lynn Hamilton
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• 4/17/2007 5:59 AM Francis wrote:
  Sorry Ignore my previous message. I didnt see that you had said you finished. I tried to post this massage right after but it wouldnt let me.
  
  Anyway, Jacob, I just want to say congrats on the finish. I can assuredly say you are an inspiration everyone here. Keep up the good work.
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