What a difference a year makes (long and with pics)

Elleinnz

Wow - what an amazing story - I am so happy for you and that you are now living you life as an athlete!!

I also have one of your pics (the knee replacement) and it has made such a difference to my quality of life - as well as my attitude....

So looking at all your challenges - and how you have overcome them in such a short time I am in awe!!

LinFlemmer331

Thank you so much for your story. It is very inspirational and just the kick in the butt I needed. I tore my meniscus about 14 years ago, didn't see a doctor until it was too late. My complete knee replacement was two years ago this month. Over time I became more sedentary due to pain and thought once I had a new knee I would be the old me. Nope! It is still painful and swells, so I baby it and stop exercising. You are proof and have given me hope that I can be the old me if I fight through the discomfort and don't let mental beliefs and a little pain deter me. Thank you! Message received!

princessd84

You are so inspirational! I felt my eyes filling up as I read your story. It just goes to show that those of us who are fortunate enough not to have a disability should not take our bodies and ability to exercise for granted! Well done, you look amazing. Enjoy

ThinIsInforLynn

Truly that is an incredible difference and all in one year. Congrats upon congrats! You worked so hard and it made all the difference in the world. You look terrific. Thanks so much for sharing. You touched a lot of us with this wonderful story. Thank you.

Honeytips

Wow, amazing job and so very inspirational!!!!!

mjpbgtd

Wow - what a difference a year makes indeed! You're an inspiration. Thank you for sharing your story and pictures with us.

Snotori

OMG... what a story... great job and love the shot of the screws

thegreatestlove

That is just great! Congrats on your success... You did such a great job!!

stonetodrop

Thank you so much for sharing. Well done!

mackemom

All I can say is wow!

johned63

Wow - thanks for all of the replies! For those of you that posted similar injuries and the difficulty continuing on with a twinge take your time and concentrate on those feelings. I found over time I was able to know which ones were just discomfort that was a result of exercise and which ones were telling me it was really time to stop.

We are each on our own journey to health and sometimes our minds are our greatest obstacle in that journey. I am truly blessed to have a great family and to have met so many great people on this site. Those simple little wtg's and great workout comments really make more of a difference than I ever would have imagined them to.

2720cynthia

A very moving and inspiring story. Thank you for sharing with everyone. Best to you.

ynvme76

You look amazing.

Pamko57

Awesome!

purplecharm

Amazing!

ChristineS_51

Thank you for sharing, you write beautifully. I am moved by your story, and applaud your results - you look really great, and the best thing I guess is your mind attitude that has changed along with your body.

Well done in overcoming and working around the problems you have had. :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:

I bet your wife is really happy to see you looking so good and healthy

dogwalk

CONGRADULATIOS! YOU LOOK GREAT! YOUR GIONG TO BE THERE FOR YOUR FAMILY ,YOU SHOULD BE VERY PROUD OF YOURSELF ITS HARD WORK !

julielittlefish

*standingovation*

Well done.

MaineMama24

Wow! That is an unbelievable story! Congratulations on your newfound health!

Sunshine2plus2

Congrats!