21km cycling

2rnip
2rnip Posts: 49 Member
in Success Stories
Hello there, just wanted to share my first little victory. 20 days ago I was 324 lbs and decided it's time to do something with it. So I signed up, started to watch what I eat and also started cycling. Note that I haven't been doing anything apart from sitting for the last couple years, and I could walk no longer than 10-20 mins.
Today, after 20 days, I lost about 16 lbs, but more importantly I cycled for 21km without stopping @ 17 km/h. I know there's a long way ahead, but I'm sure I can make it :)

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  • orapronobis
    orapronobis Posts: 460 Member
    Wow. That's a great ride, and a really good speed when just starting out. And congrats on the loss in such a short time.
  • 2rnip
    2rnip Posts: 49 Member
    Thank you :)
  • uncarvedblock
    uncarvedblock Posts: 35 Member
    That's fantastic, well done! Keep going :)
  • gerripho
    gerripho Posts: 479 Member
    Congrats! That is a marked improvement for such a short time!
  • 2rnip
    2rnip Posts: 49 Member
    Thanks :)
  • MsP90X
    MsP90X Posts: 1,053 Member
    That is a great victory and just the beginning! Cycling can and will transform your body if you stick with it... you've got this!!
  • 2rnip
    2rnip Posts: 49 Member
    324 -> 304 lbs today WHOO!
  • Slimat30
    Slimat30 Posts: 142
    Well done! That's a fabulous achievement!!
  • DangerJim71
    DangerJim71 Posts: 361 Member
    Way to go. I did a lot of cycling early on in my journey and I think it is great cardio. Low impact, challenging, and you really go places. :D Keep it up.
  • WolffEarl
    WolffEarl Posts: 379 Member
    I too love cycling. I think your focus is spot on, weight can fluctuate so much but those accomplishments of going out there on your bike, reconnecting with the bigger world out there, those are simply precious. It is also a great way to rediscover your neighbourhood. Wishing you continued happy cycling.
  • 2rnip
    2rnip Posts: 49 Member
    Bike was my best choice. Due to my weight and long lasting problems with one knee it's the one of just few thing I could do right now. I think I need to lose something like 20lbs more and then maybe I'll try to do some running. Until then - it's cycling time :)

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