1 year = 58 lbs

Today marks my one year mark.... a year ago today I decided that my health was far worst than it needed to be for a 40 year old. I was grossly over weight (80 lbs at the bare minimum) My knees hurt, bone spurs, and arthritis, my cholesterol was high (which I can contribute 70% to genetics, now that I know more), blood pressure was rising.....

I had no energy and could not be as active as I wanted to be. I was a mess and was shortening my life span ever day and the thought of not being around to see my family grow a few generations was disheartening.

I have lost 58lbs - went from a size 20 to a 12. Went from barely walking a mile to running (though slow) 6 miles. I gave up sugar (for the most part) no sodas (and I do love Dr. Pepper), limit my starches and overall eating less and healthier. You have to make time to exercise, It works best for me if I give up a few hours in the morning.

My knees still ache/hurt, they are what they are from years of abuse. I am not at goal weight, but I am trying to develop a routine that I can live every day, every week, every month, all year long. I have good days and this summer it was hard to stay on task. So my goal over the next 3 months is to shed the next 20 lbs.....my 2013 goal is to run the Nashville half marathon in April. And to keep active, make good choices, and live a little have fun and enjoy life.

Sorry no pics, I have a few on my profile. Camera shy as most overweight people are. I am working on it !!