Half The Man I Use To Be!!!! Next stop 300 lbs. Lost!!!

savage22hp

Thanks for sharing your story . You have made an amazing transition that's not all physical and I am sure that somebody else out there needs the encouragement that you just gave. I have been inspired also. CongradulatIons!!!!!!!!!

bear_nakey

You are an inspiration to all of us!! Absolutely amazing!!! Be proud of everything you have accomplished, and go out in public with pride. Your what we call in my family, " a bad-*kitten*"!!! Enjoy it!!! Thank you for the inspiration, and motivation!!!

gersoco

You Sir, are a Superstar!!!!!!!
Thanks for your very inspiring story...

Not that you need it, but I'm gonna give it anyway.... Good Luck on your next stop at 300!!!

alibyouss

awesome
amazing

gnntake123

Thank you so much for sharing, I am almost in tears over your success. I haven't near that much to lose, and I get discouraged. I can only imagine. Praise God he is carring you through and will be a healthier person, Nice looking person to.

loves03

Thanks so much for sharing your story, you are doing an incredible job!

Nailrep

Incredible!! you should be so very proud of yourself. You are an inspiration!!!

peach05

A.Maz.ing!! Congratulations on such an amazing accomplishment!!

princessd3b

Super inspirational! Keep going!!

CyberEd312

When we have gathering here at our house, there is no buying chips and crap food, We prepare healthy food, and if you don't like it well you will go hungry or you'll have to stop at McDonald's on the way home. lol...Until they are ready to admit that they do you can scream until you are blue in the face and it will do no good... I know all to well...... Sorry so long.....

Amen brother, on both accounts. I got up to 423 pounds before I had that "Aha!" moment where I just had to do something about it. I was/am uncomfortable with myself, and like you, I refused to have surgery because I know I can fix this myself, especially since I did it to myself. This is truly an inspiring story and thank you for sharing it. I've been doing the treadmill thing because I still can't get over my own phobias of being in the pool to do the aquatic workouts, but I do want to get to those because they're so much easier on the body. How did you overcome that part of your challenge?

The Aquatic program is through our Local hospital and is done at the YMCA in their therapy pool. I drilled the lady when I first called having to know where the pool was, do I have to change in the public locker rooms, how far is it to walk into the Pool area, how many people are in the pool when I would be there, etc,etc... I was always scheduled as the first patient and would get in the pool 10 minutes before that just to avoid everyone and would literally wait til everyone was out of the pool before I would get out. I had not left the house in over 2 years before I started this so it was VERY HARD to get the nerve to go up there. But I took a leap of faith, I was SO concerned about what other people was thinking of me it had drove me to never leaving the house but when I finally decided to choose life, I just had to face my fears. In the beginning I avoided eye contact with people and would just keep my head down and tell myself that this is about me and regaining control of my life. Was it hard? Most definitely but I just pushed myself to confront my fears as they came. I still have social phobia's in large crowds, but I have been able to conquer alot of them. I have been going into big chain stores now for several months and no longer burden my wife with having to do all the shopping.

kmbrooks15

I think we all have some fears to overcome when it comes to such life-changing propositions as what we're trying to accomplish here. Kudos to you for facing yours head-on. I know that had to be SO difficult, but you did it. It will continue to get easier as you go; the more you get out there, the more comfortable you will get. You may not ever be 100% comfortable in crowds (I don't like big crowds either), but it won't be debilitating to you anymore. You've come SO FAR in two years...I'm truly amazed.

greenie

Amazing and motivating. Thanks for sharing!

Pebble321

You are a champion!!!
Not only for taking the tough path to get healthier but also for being brave enough to share your story.
I got a little teary reding your story, I'm sure it will touch many people's hearts.
Keep up the good work!

niknak0508

WOWZERS! You look absolutely AMAZING!! Such an inspiration. WTG on your success and I would love to see you through the end. :-) I wish I could squeeze your right now I am so so impressed an happy with your progress!!!!!!!!!!!

sc1572

Oh my goshhhhh you are inspirational! AMAZING!

slimkitty

Thank you so much for sharing your story. All the best to you!!!

elimendoza31

You are a inspiration to all of us...you look fantastic keep up the great work....

Kermit1976

Thank you so much for sharing your story with us all.. you are a very inspirational man. Please let us know how you are going. as time goes on how you are going. hope all goes well with your new life...:)

aliciar3

I think everyone needs to read this, you are truly an inspiration. Well done!

Krissiecan1015

Thank you so much for sharing. I can identify on so many levels. I am at the very start of my journey and could easily become discouraged if I focus on how long it may take me to reach my goal. Your story helps me to realize that each victory, each milestone and every success along the way is a goal accomplished in itself. Thank you for the renewed motivation and support. Congratulations and you look great.

EricNCSU

*clapping* Unbelieveable... way to go .. unreal.. keep up the good work!!

sjadams01

As you can see you are a true inspiration to many of us here. I am so proud of you for stepping outside of your comfort zone!!!!! I cannot imagine the courage that took. I wish you the best of luck on your continued success!

jbeauchamp1

WOW! You should be so proud of yourself! Thanks for sharing your story you are inspiring many.

Irene8509

Awesome ED!!! you look fantastic. Congratulations on your hard work.:flowerforyou:

stevenleagle

What an inspiration! Well done champ!

manjingirl

Wow, you are amazing, what an inspirational journey you are on. Fantastically well done.

fzia

Amazing, good job!!

melanie_J

Wow, this is so inspiring!! You've done a wonderful job!

Laura_beau

WOW!!!!!

Such an amazing accomplishment and a VERY inspiring story. If you sir can do it when you were twice my weight then i sure as heck can!

Thank you for inspiring me today )

Tivo8MyNeighbors

I couldn't be more proud of you! What an awesome job you've done! And you've literally saved your own life. Thank you for posting such an inspirational share today!