What's Your Most Recent NSV

stfpa

I’m not the most physically fit person so this is a huge accomplishment for me but probably really small to anyone else haha, but I jogged for 10 minutes today (twice with a walking break in between) without stopping. 2 weeks ago I couldn’t even jog for 2 minutes without needing to stop

jdubois5351

Ha! I've got two to share. Yesterday I volunteered at the European Championships Marathon. When all of us volunteers met up before the race, a few ladies got talking about the clothes we were given (Nike sponsored the event, so that was pretty awesome). They complained about the jackets not fitting, because they can't zip them up, not even the XL. When I apparently gave them a weird look, they told me that I wouldn't understand because I'm so slim! Errrr, who, me??? I'm certainly not slim yet, but apparently I've made enough progress to seem slim to some others.

The second one was this morning. I went to my wardrobe to get dressed for work and didn't find any pants because I'd forgotten to do laundry. Damn! Then I spied this one pair of jeans all the way in the back. I haven't worn them in at least two years because they were so extremely uncomfortable, and then I couldn't even zip them up anymore. So I thought what the heck and gave them a try. Well, whaddaya know?! Not only did they zip up easily, they're also pretty comfortable, look great and only give me a slight muffin top when sitting down!

Piqueaboo

I shopped off the rack at Levi’s !!!

Deviette

I wore a bikini on saturday and felt ~fiiine~. The bottoms were not the most flattering (bought at a time when I was kidding myself I was a size smaller and were a little tight), but I still felt amazing. First time I've felt confident wearing a bikini amongst friends in pretty much forever. Definite win!

TimeToReduceFat

tjsoccermom wrote: »

My most recent NSV is taking a selfie with my daughter and seeing dimples again! I have hated how I've looked for so long and I actually don't hate this picture and my dimples are back. Can't remember the last time I saw those, I know it was when a Bush was in office! Even the fact that I was willing to take a selfie is a NSV in itself. I really needed that motivation, too. Have been becoming complacent recently, so thank you God!

What's your recent NSV?

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kingleahnidas

I bought size 10 jeans yesterday!!! Down from a 22

AtLeastOnceMore

For the first time in about 4 years, I got ‘carded’ at the liquor store on Saturday. When I went “you’re kidding, right?” (I’m 31, not just annoying about being carded), the cashier scoffed “You must get this all the time”. I could have hugged her, as I’ve been struggling with feeling like I look old and tired lately. Almost had to have something to do with my weight loss, I think.

btpetersen

Climbing the ladder to clean out the gutters on my house was much less scary than it was last fall!

CarvedTones

mkculs wrote: »

Silentpadna wrote: »

At our staff meeting the other day, the subject of age came up. Most of the guys know approximately how old I am. When I mentioned that I was 55, the response even from people I deal with day to day was "damn, you are well put together for that age". The funny thing is that a year and a half ago, I was as frumpy and as much of a tub of goo as a whole bunch of "normal" guys my age.

While I don't have a "six-pack" (probably more like an almost 2-pack right now), lifting heavy and losing about 45-50 pounds (it varies) since February of 2017 has changed things dramatically. When people I haven't seen in a while see me, there are actual times they don't recognize me....

Feeling very blessed to have my health and to wake up every day.

To get an even better reaction, start telling people you are 65! Haha. Congrats on your NSV.

I almost feel like I am being a little vain when age comes up and I tell people I am a few months from 60. I am fit and trim and while my hair isn't as thick as it used to be, I still have most of it, keep it pretty short and a lot of people get the salt and pepper (though mine is mostly salt now ) hair at a relatively young age. Anyway, I feel like I am fishing for compliments whenever I mention my age because I pretty much always get one. Especially the last couple of months as over time the neck wrinkles from the loss have become less noticeable.

RelCanonical

There's a store going out of business here. They are kind of Macy's level in terms of pricing - they have some pricey pieces that are now going under deep cuts (80% off right now, with an extra 30% off after the 80%). Anyway, I found a beautiful Calvin Klein winter coat in a Large that fit perfectly. If I had tried it on two months ago, it wouldn't have fit, and there were no XLs available. Got a $320 coat for $35.

motivatedmartha

btpetersen wrote: »

Climbing the ladder to clean out the gutters on my house was much less scary than it was last fall!

How I spent last weekend, cleaned out and washed down guttering, down pipes and fascia - really good workout!

kdbulger

In the past year, my cardio conditioning has gone from 'fair' according to Fitbit, to 'Good'. It took a lot of work but I'm damn proud

tbright1965

14 Feb 38x30, today I'm wearing these:



Wallet Victory, $3.50 at the thrift store.

Thehardmakesitworthit

Loaded my pickup with yard waste which included large cement blocks and headed to the landfill. When I backed in and put the tailgate down the young men next to me saw the cement pieces and one said "let me give you had with those". I just smiled at him and said no thanks I got it. I picked up the first piece and launched it into the pile. His buddy laughed and said "uhhhhh, yes, you definitely got it" Can I just say that being over 50 and a girl usually means you are completely invisible to younger people (in my opinion only) but in that moment I felt relevant and strong in addition to glad that I got my crap cleaned out? A good day indeed

intrigame23

bootyrubsandtacos wrote: »

My feet no longer supinate when I wear sneakers.

I can tie my shoes bending over in a chair. I used to be able to only tie them on my bed with one leg lifted lmao.

I can do a 10 min jumping jack workout in it’s entirety.

I’ve been going through a pretty awful and exhausting depressive episode, but by the grace of god I’ve managed to stay on track with my workouts and diet. There’s been a lot of crying during and after workouts, a lot of inner dialogue going on, and just plain ole willpower. A lot of spite too, because this is one battle I’m not letting my demons win.

You're amazing. I, too, struggle with working out. My muscles are weak and my stamina isn't great. I'm totally with you on the tears during and after workouts. Doesn't it feel great to be doing it, though? Keep on keeping on. I'm rooting for you!

mrschwarten

@DoubleUbea , normally I do meal prep, but sometimes I just underplan or can't take another rice bowl! And that's where I run into problems and loose focus. This is just a back up plan! I realize that I could be a little more proactive in my prep. For awhile I was suuuper into it and "crazy prepped" (as my husband put it!), but I found I was burning out and making all kinds of shortcuts after a lil while. Now I'm much more laid back about it, you could say. But I feel like it's much more manageable for my life. And, I suppose, finding healthy maintainable balance is what matters!

intrigame23

My latest NSV:
For the last month it hurt me too much to even walk in the park for more than 10 minutes. I'd leave the house and turn right back around. After researching stretches and massages for tight muscles and to increase flexibility, I can finally walk mostly pain free for over an hour.

AnnPT77

Thehardmakesitworthit wrote: »

Loaded my pickup with yard waste which included large cement blocks and headed to the landfill. When I backed in and put the tailgate down the young men next to me saw the cement pieces and one said "let me give you had with those". I just smiled at him and said no thanks I got it. I picked up the first piece and launched it into the pile. His buddy laughed and said "uhhhhh, yes, you definitely got it" Can I just say that being over 50 and a girl usually means you are completely invisible to younger people (in my opinion only) but in that moment I felt relevant and strong in addition to glad that I got my crap cleaned out? A good day indeed

Those kids (especially the boy ones) are so cuuuute when they're amazed! (And I mean that in the purest grandmotherly sort of way ).

Well played.

DoubleUbea

mrschwarten wrote: »

@DoubleUbea , normally I do meal prep,

Okay good. Truth be told I *hate* prepping food. The dietitian suggested it but I didn't like it.

alteredsteve175

AnnPT77 wrote: »

Thehardmakesitworthit wrote: »

Loaded my pickup with yard waste which included large cement blocks and headed to the landfill. When I backed in and put the tailgate down the young men next to me saw the cement pieces and one said "let me give you had with those". I just smiled at him and said no thanks I got it. I picked up the first piece and launched it into the pile. His buddy laughed and said "uhhhhh, yes, you definitely got it" Can I just say that being over 50 and a girl usually means you are completely invisible to younger people (in my opinion only) but in that moment I felt relevant and strong in addition to glad that I got my crap cleaned out? A good day indeed

Those kids (especially the boy ones) are so cuuuute when they're amazed! (And I mean that in the purest grandmotherly sort of way ).

Well played.

This is too funny! I read Carmen's post and thought to myself - Ann will be along shortly with her own story about those helpful "boys". Onto the next page and there you are! Kudos to both of you for being good examples of strong women! Hear hear!