Life After 152 pound loss

jcmartin0313
jcmartin0313 Posts: 574 Member
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I have been shocked by the image below. I have been showing it around, not to be vain but because frankly I can hardly believe it myself. I had LapBand in 2010 and lost some weight thanks to that, but in January 2012 I got my butt in gear and began exercising. My very first run was less than 1/2 a mile and in February I completed my first half marathon. Exercising hurts - I have herniated discs in my back and neck, a torn ligament in my knee as well as tendonitis and a bad ankle, but I would rather writhe in agony that go back to the man I used to be. I want each of you to know that you can do this. You do not need bariatric surgery unless your life is in jeopardy or you psychologically cannot control your addiction to food, and it is an addiction. Just begin each day anew and do not worry about yesterday or tomorrow. See you out there!

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  • unnur16
    unnur16 Posts: 140 Member
    you look grate
  • willdob3
    willdob3 Posts: 640 Member
    You look great! What a difference!

    WTG having the determination to workout & get fit despite your health issues. Your good attitude will help you stay healthy.
  • ReinaLorenz
    ReinaLorenz Posts: 88 Member
    amazing...thanks for the inspiration!!!!!
  • MelsAuntie
    MelsAuntie Posts: 2,833 Member
    Wow. Just...wow.
  • petersonabt
    petersonabt Posts: 518 Member
    Oh my gosh! amazing job!! I would show it off also! you have done great work and with all the other issues....simply inspiring!!! glad you shared your story!
  • tonytoo
    tonytoo Posts: 307
    Wonderfully motivational!
  • cmriverside
    cmriverside Posts: 34,451 Member
    That is awesome . Everyone who uses the excuse of "can't"...he's talking to you.


    Congrats.
  • cygnetpro
    cygnetpro Posts: 419 Member
    That is just incredible. Good for you! You look awesome, and your face just looks happier. Congratulations! :happy:
  • safranita
    safranita Posts: 48 Member
    :noway: you ROCK! I love what you wrote: "Just begin each day anew and do not worry about yesterday or tomorrow."

    Thanks for sharing - you are a true inspiration. :flowerforyou:
  • PHr34k0wt
    PHr34k0wt Posts: 218 Member
    You're amazing. You lost ME if I was holding a 5lb chihuahua.
  • G__Force
    G__Force Posts: 280 Member
    You are looking great, well done!!
  • Deipneus
    Deipneus Posts: 1,856 Member
    Fantastic! Congratulations!
  • Celeigh12
    Celeigh12 Posts: 763 Member
    So wonderful! Congratulations on getting to enjoy all your hard work!
  • ktsmom430
    ktsmom430 Posts: 1,100 Member
    Amazing change! Congratulations!
    Thanks for the inspiration you are giving to so many people here.
  • perfectlyimperfectturk
    perfectlyimperfectturk Posts: 72
    You're an inspiration my friend. Thank you and great transformation.
  • jcmartin0313
    jcmartin0313 Posts: 574 Member
    Thank you everyone. I wish I had some secret to my success, other than the assistance of the LapBand, but I do not except get up off the couch and do something. The only other real secret weapon is food tracking. In the beginning, you use a food diary to make sure you meet your calorie intake/ output goals, but later as your metabolism ramps up you can use it to be strategic about cheat days and cheat meals, so it is beneficial in many ways. I have found that I am less tolerant of excuses, but I also understand all the rationalizing that goes into doing nothing. I love to run, cycle and swim, but despite going frequently, I hate the gym. I feel like the gym is full of two types of people, the vain muscle heads who just hang out on the equipment like the own it, and the Ipad toting people who thing watching Netflix while riding the recumbant bike is a "good" workout who then go to the sauna to "sweat" off the pounds. You should always exercise to the upper limit of your ability. Rest days are crucial and some workouts should be lighter than others. Anyway, thanks again everyone. Just Begin!
  • Gwilson939
    Gwilson939 Posts: 37 Member
    How do you post a photo?
  • jcmartin0313
    jcmartin0313 Posts: 574 Member
    Amazing change! Congratulations!
    Thanks for the inspiration you are giving to so many people here.

    You too! Keep bearing the torch~!
  • MinimalistShoeAddict
    MinimalistShoeAddict Posts: 1,946 Member
    Amazing transformation!

    You look like a new person!
    I have been shocked by the image below. I have been showing it around, not to be vain but because frankly I can hardly believe it myself. I had LapBand in 2010 and lost some weight thanks to that, but in January 2012 I got my butt in gear and began exercising. My very first run was less than 1/2 a mile and in February I completed my first half marathon. Exercising hurts - I have herniated discs in my back and neck, a torn ligament in my knee as well as tendonitis and a bad ankle, but I would rather writhe in agony that go back to the man I used to be. I want each of you to know that you can do this. You do not need bariatric surgery unless your life is in jeopardy or you psychologically cannot control your addiction to food, and it is an addiction. Just begin each day anew and do not worry about yesterday or tomorrow. See you out there!

    77381a35-1f45-4d9c-b48c-fc6e38c94c54_zps2dce9270.jpg
  • cld111
    cld111 Posts: 300 Member
    Congratulations! You are such an inspiration! :flowerforyou:
  • juicemoogan
    juicemoogan Posts: 994 Member
    you did a half?!?! Amazing!!

    I really dont see myself going over 10.. thats about perfect for me.. but maybe one day!!
    Way to go!
  • RandyGruber
    RandyGruber Posts: 11
    I am currently in the process of trying to burn over 200 lbs. And I just want to say your picture gives me the inspiration of how different I will look and feel. Even 6 months from now, let alone 2 years from now. Going up to Half a Marathon is amazing. Thank you for sharing this!
  • candymara
    candymara Posts: 49
    As someone who needs to lose over 100 lbs myself you are certainly an inspiration! Way to go! And thank you so much for the encouragement. It's much appreciated.

    Candy
  • carolose46
    carolose46 Posts: 199 Member
    amazing! good work
  • Kath712
    Kath712 Posts: 1,263 Member
    Amazing transformation!! Way to go! And way to go on completing a half marathon! I'm signed up for one on May 12 and beginning to seriously question my decision. I had to stop running today at 7.5 miles because my hip and foot hurt. :frown: Hoping to hobble through to the end. Good to know that despite your pain, you persevered!!
  • jcmartin0313
    jcmartin0313 Posts: 574 Member
    I had to do run/ walk intervals. I ran the first 1.5 and the last mile, but did 4/2 for the rest. I am doing another one in June and intend to do 5/1 intervals. You cao do it. If you can finish 10 in training, you can do the half on race day.
  • need2lose150lbs
    need2lose150lbs Posts: 10 Member
    Great job! You look and sound like a totally different person! I can only imagine how your life has changed so much. I need to lose about that same amount.... you are a HUGE inspiration to me!! Thank you so much for sharing!
  • sammielealea
    sammielealea Posts: 245 Member
    What a wonderful post! You look great; so inspiring!
  • schmeckpeper
    schmeckpeper Posts: 23 Member
    Congrats!!!!
  • barb1241
    barb1241 Posts: 324 Member
    Inspiring and great advice. Congratulations! You have every right to show that pic ANYWHERE you wanna-you EARNED it!!!

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