Cancer? Knee Replacement? No problem

Countryboy_83

Need motivation? Must read!


Hello all,
I'm writing this for the people who need motivation or support. When I was 17 I was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer which eventually spread to my lungs. As a result of the bone cancer I had to have surgery to have a prosthesis put in my right leg. As a result my ACL MCL we're both removed. I'm unable to run, jump, or do any exercise where I have to bend at the knees. As a result of all the chemotherapy my heart function, kidney function, and liver function were all abnormal. At age 27 and at 270 pounds I decided I wanted to make a change in my life. I decided to join a local gym and start my journey to 115 pounds weight loss. When I started the gym I was intimidated by everyone around me. I also have social anxiety which didn't help matters. I however wasn't going to let anything stop me from getting to my goals. The first month was a struggle because I was not active at all and had a lot of health issues. As time went on I researched the proper way to eat and exercise. After the first month I could feel my body starting to adjust and things started to become easier. The first month I only did cardio and starting the second month I started to add strength training. The first couple months the weight was falling off and then started to taper off. I wouldn't let myself get discouraged and I just kept plugging away. After four months I had lost 70 pounds. And after eight months I had reached my goal of 115 pounds. I went from flab to abs with no trainers, a total knee replacement, a lot of health issues, and a lot of will power. Everyone in my family is obese. So I feel like if I can lose all that weight with so much working against me than anyone who is reading this can do the same thing. It won't be easy and there will be some trial and error but if you keep trying and never give up you will reach your goal. When people ask me for advice the best thing I can tell them is never lose focus of your goals and keep working towards them no matter what. During my weight loss journey I researched a lot about nutrition and that was 90% of my end result the other 10% being the gym. You don't listen to what anyone else says all that matters is what you believe and if you feel you can reach your goal you will. If you have any questions feel free to inbox me and I will help you anyway that I can and good luck in your journey.

ajgordo150

Good for you,and I'm trying sometimes it's gets frustrating

Countryboy_83

ajgordo150 wrote: »

Good for you,and I'm trying sometimes it's gets frustrating

It's all mind over matter. If you want it go get it. No matter what you are faced with you can overcome

cherieap1

I saw your before and afters in another thread. Post those here so everyone can get the full effect of what you have accomplished with all the medical issues. You have done a phenomenal job!!!

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goldthistime

"I just kept plugging away" Love it. Amazing transformation and story. Thanks for sharing. Continued good health.

bametels

Thanks for sharing your experience, your success is inspirational!

RodaRose

Thanks for the pictures. You look amazing.

Debmal77

Wow! Fantastic transformation. Thank you so much for sharing your story!

mittenswillet

you are absolutely inspirational, thankyou for sharing your story! Your story really gave me the mental kick up the *kitten* I needed.

Countryboy_83

Thank you everyone

Marlan528

Great job! So young to have gone through all of what you have. I have both knees replaced but I don't have the youth that you have. I need to get myself to the gym and at least do some cardio on the treadmill. Not sure I could lift. But you have given me the push I need just to get out and start moving. Best to you.

Countryboy_83

Marlan528 wrote: »

Great job! So young to have gone through all of what you have. I have both knees replaced but I don't have the youth that you have. I need to get myself to the gym and at least do some cardio on the treadmill. Not sure I could lift. But you have given me the push I need just to get out and start moving. Best to you.

Stationary bike is easy on the knees as well

MrsMizart

Incredibly well done lad.

Remawalk

So inspiring! Great job!

Parsniphead

Wow. I needed a kick up the backside to get me motivated again. You just did it.

Youre strength and courage are amazing. You look amazing. Well done.

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Parsniphead wrote: »

Wow. I needed a kick up the backside to get me motivated again. You just did it.

Youre strength and courage are amazing. You look amazing. Well done.

Thank you! Keep pushing no excuses

plovdiva

Your will is inspiring ! I have an ACL repair that still bothers me two years post surgery. Now I have the extra motivation to get that leg and my life fixed! No more excuses! Thank you!

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plovdiva wrote: »

Your will is inspiring ! I have an ACL repair that still bothers me two years post surgery. Now I have the extra motivation to get that leg and my life fixed! No more excuses! Thank you!

Make sure you stick to stationary bike until full recovered