Hey,
This may not be a big deal for the runners and cyclists out there, but it is for me. Today, for the first time ever, I rode my bicycle, a beach cruiser, over 20 miles. 19 and 3/4 of those were continuous/ no stopping aside from the required ones at stoplights.
This is something I never imagined being able to do as a smoker. I remember declaring years ago that 5 miles was my limit on the bike. And I actually thought I was in good shape at that point! I truly had no idea how limited I was by smoking at that time.
Oh, and just to top it all off, I hiked 7 miles yesterday. Walking that distance is not a first, but that is definitely a long one for me. And to be able to go out and ride a long distance the day after was awesome. The amount of time and energy I have for exercise these days is just amazing to me.
I am so, so grateful that I quit smoking. Wish I'd have done it years before I did. For those of you who are still struggling to shake the habit, I just want you to know that there is a whole wonderful new world beyond nicotine. Hang in there. Life is really good on the other side of this thing.
I may look into getting one! 
Isn't life grand when you can actually enjoy it! I'm very proud of your achievement too. Keep it up. 
