What a difference a year makes (long and with pics)

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  • Elleinnz
    Elleinnz Posts: 1,661 Member
    Wow - what an amazing story - I am so happy for you and that you are now living you life as an athlete!!

    I also have one of your pics (the knee replacement) and it has made such a difference to my quality of life - as well as my attitude....

    So looking at all your challenges - and how you have overcome them in such a short time I am in awe!!
  • LinFlemmer331
    LinFlemmer331 Posts: 100 Member
    Thank you so much for your story. It is very inspirational and just the kick in the butt I needed. I tore my meniscus about 14 years ago, didn't see a doctor until it was too late. My complete knee replacement was two years ago this month. Over time I became more sedentary due to pain and thought once I had a new knee I would be the old me. Nope! It is still painful and swells, so I baby it and stop exercising. You are proof and have given me hope that I can be the old me if I fight through the discomfort and don't let mental beliefs and a little pain deter me. Thank you! Message received!
  • princessd84
    princessd84 Posts: 121 Member
    You are so inspirational! I felt my eyes filling up as I read your story. It just goes to show that those of us who are fortunate enough not to have a disability should not take our bodies and ability to exercise for granted! Well done, you look amazing. Enjoy :)
  • ThinIsInforLynn
    ThinIsInforLynn Posts: 4 Member
    Truly that is an incredible difference and all in one year. Congrats upon congrats! You worked so hard and it made all the difference in the world. You look terrific. Thanks so much for sharing. You touched a lot of us with this wonderful story. Thank you.
  • Honeytips
    Honeytips Posts: 337 Member
    Wow, amazing job and so very inspirational!!!!!
  • mjpbgtd
    mjpbgtd Posts: 115 Member
    Wow - what a difference a year makes indeed! You're an inspiration. Thank you for sharing your story and pictures with us.
  • Snotori
    Snotori Posts: 156
    OMG... what a story... great job and love the shot of the screws :)
  • thegreatestlove
    thegreatestlove Posts: 63 Member
    That is just great! Congrats on your success... You did such a great job!!
  • stonetodrop
    stonetodrop Posts: 12 Member
    Thank you so much for sharing. Well done!
  • mackemom
    mackemom Posts: 277 Member
    All I can say is wow!
  • johned63
    johned63 Posts: 306 Member
    Wow - thanks for all of the replies! For those of you that posted similar injuries and the difficulty continuing on with a twinge take your time and concentrate on those feelings. I found over time I was able to know which ones were just discomfort that was a result of exercise and which ones were telling me it was really time to stop.

    We are each on our own journey to health and sometimes our minds are our greatest obstacle in that journey. I am truly blessed to have a great family and to have met so many great people on this site. Those simple little wtg's and great workout comments really make more of a difference than I ever would have imagined them to.
  • 2720cynthia
    2720cynthia Posts: 45 Member
    A very moving and inspiring story. Thank you for sharing with everyone. Best to you.
  • ynvme76
    ynvme76 Posts: 6 Member
    You look amazing.
  • Pamko57
    Pamko57 Posts: 182
    Awesome!
  • purplecharm
    purplecharm Posts: 446 Member
    Amazing!
  • ChristineS_51
    ChristineS_51 Posts: 872 Member
    Thank you for sharing, you write beautifully. I am moved by your story, and applaud your results - you look really great, and the best thing I guess is your mind attitude that has changed along with your body.

    Well done in overcoming and working around the problems you have had. :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:

    I bet your wife is really happy to see you looking so good and healthy :smile:
  • dogwalk
    dogwalk Posts: 57 Member
    CONGRADULATIOS! YOU LOOK GREAT! YOUR GIONG TO BE THERE FOR YOUR FAMILY ,YOU SHOULD BE VERY PROUD OF YOURSELF ITS HARD WORK !
  • julielittlefish
    julielittlefish Posts: 134 Member
    *standingovation*

    Well done.
  • MaineMama24
    MaineMama24 Posts: 15
    Wow! That is an unbelievable story! Congratulations on your newfound health!
  • Sunshine2plus2
    Sunshine2plus2 Posts: 1,492 Member
    Congrats!
  • Kimberly3013
    Kimberly3013 Posts: 78 Member
    You look great and have overcome a lot. Congratulation!!! I know how hard it is to hear a doctor use the "can't" word. It shatters you and really makes you feel handicap. I have a seizure disorder that started when I was 6 yrs old and spent years listening to doctors tell me I can't do this or that. I know it doesn't compare to your situation but I know how it is to feel like you are so limited in what you can do. And it does take over your life. I am happy to hear that you have overcome that and have proven to the medical world that sometimes the word "can't" does more harm than good, mentally and physically. You are definitely an inspiration to a lot of people and I hope that many will read your story and know that sometimes mind over matter is what is needed to move forward. Thank you for sharing.
  • LinDiSm26262
    LinDiSm26262 Posts: 234 Member
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  • LinDiSm26262
    LinDiSm26262 Posts: 234 Member
    John, I am amazed at your tenacity, inspired by your strength, humbled by your story and grateful you're a monkey foot ; ) :flowerforyou:



    Very well put.....my sentiments exactly.
  • nickgarner6
    nickgarner6 Posts: 106 Member
    Truly amazing! Thanks for posting your story.
  • oceanblue6
    oceanblue6 Posts: 76 Member
    What an inspirational story! Thank you for posting.
  • jiggy_gibby
    jiggy_gibby Posts: 197
    awesome!
  • estrobabe
    estrobabe Posts: 337 Member
    Motivational, inspiring, simply amazing! Congrats :)
  • shst07
    shst07 Posts: 61 Member
    Congratulations! Very inspiring!
  • Jolicro
    Jolicro Posts: 13 Member
    Great job!
  • amyfliesalot
    amyfliesalot Posts: 51 Member
    Wow! What a GREAT success story! I'm so excited for you- you have a new life! And your wife has a new husband- she must feel like she's cheating now! Keep up the good work, John!

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