It's 4.10 am, I'm sober, and...

apg2302

I have decided to say that all of you (yes even you at the back thinking you're a morbid fatty who nobody loves) are awesome for even coming on here and starting logging your progress.
There are some stunning beautiful guys and girls on here, and some destined for long and distinguished careers as balaclava models or crash helmet testers like myself, but each and every one of you has the power and will to wake up this morning and make the changes necessary to make your fitness dreams come true.

That's beautiful in its own right, and I thought a little motivation and best wishes from someone who only a few months ago had none, and believed life was over, might help
For what it's worth to whomever reads this, I at least, a random internet stranger, believe in you

Jennifer1319

Awwwwww I nominate you for sweetest guy of the year award!!

That was very nice, encouragement is always needed.

LisaLamb1

I agree with Jennifer1319, I second your nomination! Thanks for the kind words!

devastation77

*ovation*

Add me bro! You're the kinda person I like having around!

JustAboutDelicious_wechanged

That's so nice! Random acts of kindess are awesome!

apg2302

It's helped me loads just seeing other people on here going about things the same way as I do.
Some times, it's easy to forget that those beautiful and chiseled confident people out there are human beings who struggle, just like us "normal" folk. Especially when you're not feeling particularly confidenet in yourself as a person, let alone in your own body.
I've been extremely lucky in that some fantastic people I have met online have reached out and helped me (indeed I was introduced here by one of them) in small, yet very meaningful ways, and I'm only too happy to return the favour

Edit: Apologies for the poor spelling, I'm on my phone and it's minus 2! Out for a run!

doin_it

Wow your words mean so much...so sweet of you.

I third that award..you are amazing.

angelams1019

You're really awesome for taking the time to say such kind and thoughtful words to strangers. :flowerforyou:

sandiburn

Amen!!!!!!

poodlepaws

thank you.. hard to remember those things when you're struggling some days.

1newcat

Motivational drive by's are awesome, sincere thanks!

apg2302

Thanks guys and girls , you're very kind

I struggle daily, especially with breaking out of bad habits, but have decided this year to try and turn every negative into a positive.
I crashed my car in the snow last weekend which is a nightmare, but instead of moping around I've decided to treat it as another reason to walk more often and make the most of the extra incentive!
If I even help one person feel a little better and more confident in themselves today, it has been a good day.

Good luck everyone, and I know it's cheese, but you're never alone!

Mustang_Susie

Out for a run in minus 2?

No way I would do that.

Kudos!

apg2302

Ha ha, I figured if I can do it in - 2, I have no excuses in milder weather to slack off!

Mustang_Susie

Now smile!

triciab79

You can type and run at the same time??? I can barely walk and chew gum.

MyChocolateDiet

oh my cow! you just made my day. you're right, I am pretty damn awesome for even trying. thanks for the reminder and the pep talk! really well supported and beleivable, i needed that!