50 pounds in 10 weeks (pic)

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  • ChristaFall
    ChristaFall Posts: 62 Member
    WOW! What a difference! You look great!
  • akrnrunner
    akrnrunner Posts: 117 Member
    awesome job!
  • MrsWilsoncroft
    MrsWilsoncroft Posts: 968 Member
    Great progress keep it up x
  • shandiex
    shandiex Posts: 1 Member
    Well done, that is a great result, makes me want to keep going.
  • pen_thief
    pen_thief Posts: 78 Member
    First of all, that's incredible. Not only losing the 50lbs in just 10 weeks, but the running thing.

    If you get just a second, could you tell me a bit about your experience with running? I've just started myself a little over a week ago. I found a website that helps you ease into running a straight 30 minutes in just 10 weeks, but I don't know if I'll be able to do it. Right now I'm on the very first stage, running 2 minutes and then walking 4. I'm going very slow because I cannot last at anything above 2.7 mph walk, 4.0 mph run. (I tried a 4.5 mph run and I could not last past 2 cycles). Did you also struggle in the beginning? Is it normal to feel like I can't get a full breath until about 2 minutes after the running? I find myself able to get through this beginning stage, but just barely. It's been 20 minutes since I ran and I still have the remnants of stitches in my sides - although I'm very glad I did it!

    Sorry for the huge pile of questions. I'll understand if you're busy/can't be bothered.

    Might I add you look great? :)
  • ImKindOfABigDeal40
    ImKindOfABigDeal40 Posts: 807 Member
    Wow! Congrats dude. It's extremely noticeable in your face. Whatever you're doing, keep doing it!
  • juli_jones
    juli_jones Posts: 101 Member
    bumping to show to my hubby....I'm trying to get him on the mfp wagon - he is about your height and weight - maybe this will motivate him
  • jklabs
    jklabs Posts: 12
    Wow...you're doing great, Mike!! Very inspiring. Keep up thr great work!!
  • mustgetmuscles1
    mustgetmuscles1 Posts: 3,346 Member
    Great job sir. That is an incredible difference.
  • bigmike7801
    bigmike7801 Posts: 75 Member
    First of all, that's incredible. Not only losing the 50lbs in just 10 weeks, but the running thing.

    If you get just a second, could you tell me a bit about your experience with running? I've just started myself a little over a week ago. I found a website that helps you ease into running a straight 30 minutes in just 10 weeks, but I don't know if I'll be able to do it. Right now I'm on the very first stage, running 2 minutes and then walking 4. I'm going very slow because I cannot last at anything above 2.7 mph walk, 4.0 mph run. (I tried a 4.5 mph run and I could not last past 2 cycles). Did you also struggle in the beginning? Is it normal to feel like I can't get a full breath until about 2 minutes after the running? I find myself able to get through this beginning stage, but just barely. It's been 20 minutes since I ran and I still have the remnants of stitches in my sides - although I'm very glad I did it!

    Sorry for the huge pile of questions. I'll understand if you're busy/can't be bothered.

    Might I add you look great? :)

    I'll do my best to answer your questions :)

    I used an app on my iPhone called C25K FREE by Zen Labs. It's basically an 8-9 week program that starts you out slowly and works you up week by week. If you aren't able to complete the current stage, you don't have to move on and can just keep it at your pace.

    I've always been active and been into sports so I think I may have had a bit of an easier time with this program than others who are starting from nothing.

    My advice is work at your own pace. Get a good pair of running shoes. And stretch!
  • MsAllyJM
    MsAllyJM Posts: 1 Member
    Awesome job!!!!
  • cmcorn26
    cmcorn26 Posts: 253 Member
    Congratulations! Looking good!
  • transparentenigma
    transparentenigma Posts: 565 Member
    WOW, THAT IS GREAT:smile:

    Keep up the GREAT work, you are a motivation to us all.:bigsmile:
  • verptwerp
    verptwerp Posts: 3,629 Member
    wow, you actually look younger ..... keep up the good work :drinker:
  • cupcakes_
    cupcakes_ Posts: 274 Member
    Wowzers, that's a lot of weight to lose in that amount of time. Well done!
  • pen_thief
    pen_thief Posts: 78 Member
    First of all, that's incredible. Not only losing the 50lbs in just 10 weeks, but the running thing.

    If you get just a second, could you tell me a bit about your experience with running? I've just started myself a little over a week ago. I found a website that helps you ease into running a straight 30 minutes in just 10 weeks, but I don't know if I'll be able to do it. Right now I'm on the very first stage, running 2 minutes and then walking 4. I'm going very slow because I cannot last at anything above 2.7 mph walk, 4.0 mph run. (I tried a 4.5 mph run and I could not last past 2 cycles). Did you also struggle in the beginning? Is it normal to feel like I can't get a full breath until about 2 minutes after the running? I find myself able to get through this beginning stage, but just barely. It's been 20 minutes since I ran and I still have the remnants of stitches in my sides - although I'm very glad I did it!

    Sorry for the huge pile of questions. I'll understand if you're busy/can't be bothered.

    Might I add you look great? :)

    I'll do my best to answer your questions :)

    I used an app on my iPhone called C25K FREE by Zen Labs. It's basically an 8-9 week program that starts you out slowly and works you up week by week. If you aren't able to complete the current stage, you don't have to move on and can just keep it at your pace.

    I've always been active and been into sports so I think I may have had a bit of an easier time with this program than others who are starting from nothing.

    My advice is work at your own pace. Get a good pair of running shoes. And stretch!

    I gotcha :) I haven't been athletic since the 6th grade when I was in basketball. I was one of the tallest in my class (stand at 5'11" currently), so my mom pressured me into it. I loved the warm-ups, especially the running. I got so conditioned and was just a few pounds overweight.

    Then junior high happened, and then high school happened. I became an artsy person, dropped all the physical activity and reallly regretted it ever since. But I'm going to get the old me back, come hell or high water. I will just do what I can do and if I have to stay at a lower stage for a longer time, I will.

    Congrats again on your success so far!!
  • MilaMcMullen
    MilaMcMullen Posts: 2
    Great work!
  • gwild0r
    gwild0r Posts: 135 Member
    Hey dude.. as someone who started this journey in the 300lb range.. Keep it up.. Your body will thank you later. You are already kicking *kitten* though..
  • mom2rpkp
    mom2rpkp Posts: 185 Member
    Wow! Great job! Did you have problems with joint/muscle pain? Despite having 150 pounds to lose, I just started a similar program to run a 5K - it's called Run with God, and it starts off slow and takes 13 weeks. I'm struggling but determined to do it as it seems the only times in my life I've been successful losing weight, I ran for exercise. Now for the stupid question: What does NSV mean? I keep seeing it referenced on MFP.
  • lisopolous
    lisopolous Posts: 8 Member
    Awesome! You look great!
  • ABetterJayme
    ABetterJayme Posts: 29 Member
    Great job! Guess now I will go check out my treadmill... lol
  • tlo23
    tlo23 Posts: 68
    Awesome!! Keep up the great work!!
  • CORunner82
    CORunner82 Posts: 1 Member
    Way to go!! You are looking great. Keep up the good work and the running!
  • Julesmelfi
    Julesmelfi Posts: 1
    Nice work!! Keep it up :)
  • Caffeine_Addict
    Caffeine_Addict Posts: 178 Member
    wow!! awesome! im going to start the couch to 5k program when i move and have no gym membership. this is inspiring.
  • blakeym
    blakeym Posts: 97 Member
    excellent effort !!
  • thaga023
    thaga023 Posts: 1
    Congratulations!!! I think that is so awesome...keep it up!
  • alarae
    alarae Posts: 263 Member
    The incredible shrinking man. Nice job!
  • Blunderguff
    Blunderguff Posts: 34
    Well done! This is amazing!
  • Ivarivdnoe
    Ivarivdnoe Posts: 51 Member
    GREAT JOB! Way to go!!

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