this happened to me at the gym this morning!

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  • laurensmomma09
    laurensmomma09 Posts: 46 Member
    amazing
  • autumnsnow786
    autumnsnow786 Posts: 279 Member
    wow, thats amazing. thanks for sharing!
  • pollywollywoo
    pollywollywoo Posts: 23
    If it is a true story - I'd only approach that potentially sleazy old man again with a bit of caution.

    Ever had a gym stalker? Someone who follows you around the gym, watches your routine? Perhaps prays on your vulnerabilities? They are crazy. They will make you a target and won't let go. Do not give him a hint of interest. RUN GIRL RUN. Maybe even find another gym - we don't want to see your photo on milk cartons .... maybe have someone (other than him) walk you to your car after your gym sessions for a while!

    It doesn't hurt to be a bit more careful ....
  • wendydeal
    wendydeal Posts: 14 Member
    Wow! This is an awesome story. So sweet that he took time out of his day to encourage someone else.
  • xXxHBICxXx
    xXxHBICxXx Posts: 370 Member
    That is an amazing story thank you so much for sharing!
  • meghan6867
    meghan6867 Posts: 388 Member
    What an inspirational man! Thank you so much for sharing this... teared up a little bit. :sad:
  • Wabbit05
    Wabbit05 Posts: 434 Member
    DANG! That's amazing. What a blessing.
  • atucker0821
    atucker0821 Posts: 106 Member
    wow!! i hope everyone gets to read this!!
  • BeautifulBrownButterfly
    BeautifulBrownButterfly Posts: 113 Member
    WOW that is amazing!!!
  • CMMia17
    CMMia17 Posts: 42 Member
    I so want to kick that much *kitten* at 75!
  • GurleyGirl524
    GurleyGirl524 Posts: 578 Member
    God is amazing. He brings people into our life and makes things happen when we need it. It proves that He is in control. Thank you for sharing this wonderful story.
  • thelms77
    thelms77 Posts: 27 Member
    That inspired me!
  • bjrowles
    bjrowles Posts: 8 Member
    Great story!
  • littleangel4523
    littleangel4523 Posts: 4 Member
    This was such an inspirational story, thank you so much for sharing this with us!
  • tnjackso1
    tnjackso1 Posts: 312 Member
    in tears.....Thanks for the push and for sharing this story!! I'm thanking God for the healthy life ahead and the joy/peace that comes with this jouryney!!
  • khummel1966
    khummel1966 Posts: 40 Member
    Truly inspirational and motivating. I love to see things like this - makes me all warm and fuzzy inside.
  • runbyme
    runbyme Posts: 522 Member
    Thanks for sharing such a nice story! Good luck to you on the way to your fitness goals!
  • mfdl1
    mfdl1 Posts: 24
    many thanks for sharing,it makes you think doesn't it.x
  • tolae2006
    tolae2006 Posts: 54 Member
    Amazing story, take the words of wisdom given to you and run with it. I wish you all the best on your weight loss journey.
  • EmilyOfTheSun
    EmilyOfTheSun Posts: 1,548 Member
    That is very sweet.
  • bookworm_847
    bookworm_847 Posts: 1,903 Member
    There is nothing more motivating than this: the 75 year old man RUNNING at a 7.5 speed and a 6.0 incline next to me. As we both got off the treadmill at the same time he asked if he could speak with me and pulled out his wallet. We sat down at a table as he showed me a picture of him and his granddaughter 5 years ago, her about my age then, he 767 pounds and her 398. With tears running down his face he showed me another picture of him walking her down the aisle 2 months ago. He is now 215 and she is 150. With more tears he says"I dont even know you but you remind me of my granddaughter, and I couldnt miss walking her down the aisle because I was killing myself slowly and didnt even realize it." I was wearing my cross and fish necklace so he asked if he minded if he prayed woth me. For 10 minutes we sat holding hands in the gym praying for the life I have ahead of me. As we were both wiping tears from our face, he told me to just keep going and when i dont want to, to remember him.This is a man I will NEVER forget.

    That's a beautiful story. You made me all teary-eyed! I'll definitely be keeping this story close to heart.
  • scribb
    scribb Posts: 3,659 Member
    Thank you for sharing. That is just what I needed to hear
  • cansmith80
    cansmith80 Posts: 67
    Wow!! That gave me goose bumps!
  • mzjessicaxo
    mzjessicaxo Posts: 330 Member
    This is amazing thank you for sharing <3
  • porkchop_13
    porkchop_13 Posts: 122
    that was a great story! You made my day
  • JenCard01
    JenCard01 Posts: 1 Member
    What a beautiful story! Keep up the work :smile:
  • Mermaidyo
    Mermaidyo Posts: 125 Member
    Brought tears to my eyes thank you for sharing. Everyday I wake up knowing what I have to do and the changes I have made for the better of my health and to see my son grow up and grand kids later down the road. <3
  • marinemomx2
    marinemomx2 Posts: 143 Member
    Thank you for sharing this. Tears now of course because I am a total sap. What a beautiful thing for him to share with you and the message he gave to you.
  • alexbusnello
    alexbusnello Posts: 1,010 Member
    Oh my.....what a morning!
  • joy5877
    joy5877 Posts: 168 Member
    I got tears reading this. What a nice man to take the time to help you out - through his story you will find inspiration. You did a good deed by paying it forward for all of us to share and also find that same inspiration. God bless you both!

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