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trcook321
trcook321 Posts: 2 Member
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I’m new to the site and apprehension is HIGH
I need to lose weight for my health and I need any positive advice to start this journey

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  • michdblanchard
    michdblanchard Posts: 17 Member
    edited June 2023
    I was out of shape , I had let myself go for years.
    Last year I lost 2 coworkers who’s deaths affected me greatly.
    I decided to make a change for my family.
    Since September of 2022 I’ve dropped and kept off 40 pounds.
    Went from a 42” waist to a 32”.

    I don’t mean any of this in a bragging way.
    If I can do this , then I know you can.
    Planet Fitness is $10.00 per month.

    I was intimidated by the gym, in thinking others were watching me.
    The weren’t, I just happened to be in their line of sight.
    They were on their journey and once I realized that they were looking thru me and not at me, everything clicked.
    I pushed harder , I made time no matter how tired I was

    Don’t let gym intimidation stop you.
    I’ve met some incredible people at the gym who look incredible, in conversation I found out that these people have lost 70 , 40 and a wonderful lady lost 110.
    I pulled my inspiration from others like her.
    I pulled inspiration from people who were just starting but were consistent.

    Don’t let family or friends sabotage you ,by making comments.
    Don’t let friends or family try to embarrass you , for doing what’s best for you.

    You can do this , it’s a mindset.
    Changing my way of thinking saved me.

    And if I can do this , then I know for a fact that you can.

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