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300 lbs and ran my 2nd 5K. I feel like a superhero! (w/pics)

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  • lila1980
    lila1980 Posts: 63 Member
    I started C25K at 276 lbs, so I totally understand where you're coming from. Congratulations on your success!! Can't wait to see you post more. :)
  • NeverGivesUp
    NeverGivesUp Posts: 960 Member
    such an inspiration!!!
  • ashlielinn
    ashlielinn Posts: 920
    You are AMAZING!!!! It's people like you who keep me going! Knowing others can do this makes me push through when I don't feel like I can do it anymore! THANK YOU, and keep up the great work!!! :)
  • miqisha
    miqisha Posts: 1,534 Member
    Go You!!!!!!!!!!!!! Keep going strong
  • exzcape
    exzcape Posts: 125 Member
    How awesome! Thank you for sharing your story, what a great achievement!
  • stpetegirl
    stpetegirl Posts: 241
    WOW! You are a rockstar in my book! That is such an inspiration to me! I used to run track and cross country in high school years ago, but because of my weight, I have the same frame of mind that you did, I can't because I weigh almost 300lbs. After seeing this, I just may have to test myself a little and see what happens! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for inspiring me this morning!!
  • 2hmom
    2hmom Posts: 241 Member
    Awesome! What an inspiration,thanks for posting! So happy for you.
  • ggeise14
    ggeise14 Posts: 387 Member
    Terrific! This is the first post I'm reading this a.m. and you brought tears to my eyes! Way to go :)
  • THEErikaR
    THEErikaR Posts: 160 Member
    Wow... what a motivation!!! Congratulations!!! :drinker:
  • wannaberunner33
    wannaberunner33 Posts: 55 Member
    superstar!!!! That's a great accomplishment. Keep up the great work!!:drinker:
  • Onaughmae
    Onaughmae Posts: 873 Member
    This is SO awesome! I really really want to try jogging....I have never done it. I know sometimes I am on the treadmill and I get so tempted...but my brain keeps telling me that I am still too big and will look stupid :( You inspire me to try! Thanks :)
  • RunFatGuyRun
    RunFatGuyRun Posts: 64 Member
    Great job! What a wonderful accomplishment.
  • Yanicka1
    Yanicka1 Posts: 4,564 Member
    You are such an inspiration.
  • jcjsjones
    jcjsjones Posts: 571 Member
    That is awesome! You are a superhero!!
  • jakidb
    jakidb Posts: 1,010 Member
    that's AWESOME!
  • redpaisleyrose
    redpaisleyrose Posts: 35
    I am truly inspired, thanks for sharing!!!:heart::heart: :heart: :heart:
  • BerylX
    BerylX Posts: 108 Member
    Your heart and determination have paid off, making it to your second 5k race, and returning after an injury too!
    What an inspiration you are!!!
    Congratulations fellow runner!! I hope to see more posts from you in the future!!
    You truly are inspiring! A true superhero! Thank you for sharing your story with us!
  • Dgross1
    Dgross1 Posts: 24 Member
    Congrats! Keep up the good work! I'm from Omaha, too! I wanted to do that race, but plans changed....
  • LesaDave
    LesaDave Posts: 1,480 Member
    Oh, how GREAT!! I understand the emotion. CONGRATS TO YOU!!
  • Ali_TSO
    Ali_TSO Posts: 1,172 Member
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    Way to make a girl cry at work! Good job, you!
  • Successful12020
    Successful12020 Posts: 1
    You're an inspiration!!!!!! Great job!
  • Jkc9059
    Jkc9059 Posts: 151 Member
    WTG!!! I just started C25K I am on week 3 and have surprised myself by being able to jog 3 minutes non-stop and not die!! I have never, even when smaller enjoyed jogging or running but I now look forward to my jogs. Keep up the great work you are inspiring!!
  • Dcvanasse
    Dcvanasse Posts: 11 Member
    Awesome!!! You are an inspiration! :-)
  • 4grandkids2402
    4grandkids2402 Posts: 6
    good for you.....keep up the good work....
  • gleahy77
    gleahy77 Posts: 38
    Thank you for sharing! I am on my 2nd week of C25K training and am planning on running my first 5K on Thanksgiving Day. I am very nervous about it but I have plenty of time to prepare. Your story is very inspiring! Thanks again for sharing!!!
  • LisaH1967
    LisaH1967 Posts: 332 Member
    You are very inspiring!! So proud of you. Keep up the excellent work!
  • ladytinkerbell99
    ladytinkerbell99 Posts: 970 Member
    You are incredible! I have goose bumps reading what you wrote. That for reminding me what is important! :flowerforyou:
  • Carlyannabelle
    Carlyannabelle Posts: 621 Member
    AMAZING JOB!!! So inspirational!
  • Howbouto
    Howbouto Posts: 2,121 Member
    You are my superhero!! That's awesome! I
  • maeberrypie
    maeberrypie Posts: 6 Member
    Oh yes you absolutely have gained superhero status!!! Congrats!!! Your post has inspired me to start training for my second 5k!
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