What a difference hard work can make =) (w/ pic)
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I figured I would pass along some tips from my weight loss journey and maybe help someone.
Yesterday I took a spinning class for the first time in two years. I remember the last time I took spinning and it's probably why it took me two years to try it again. When I did it the last time, I weighed at least 100 lbs more than I do today. I remember feeling like I was going to vomit for 30-45 minutes after the class, not being able to move for days and just being in some decent pain. Yesterday I took the class and I could feel that I worked out, but no almost vomiting at the end and today I feel great!
I have noticed lots of other changes in my life- I am way more active than I have ever been- I park the furthest away from a building, take the steps, walk during my lunch breaks and workout 5 days a week (at least).
The most exciting thing is being able to shop wherever I want and not being limited to a few stores. That has been the most fun change so far.
I have not had a surgery. I have not done any crazy diets. Never starved myself, or tried any fad. I started with really small changes, so at the beginning I lost weight at a slower rate. I started with cutting down portion sizes and working out for 10-15 minutes at a time. And these are all changes that I have kept today and keep making. I just make more and more changes over time and workout more. I just burn more calories than I consume. I have friends that want my results but don't want to keep going with it. I let people know, that my changes took time and I have weight to still lose, but that will take time, and I will run into road blocks and hurdles and everything else along the way.
I figured I would share a picture and hope to motivate someone else that changing some eating patterns and adding some workouts can go a long way.
The picture on the left was at my worst (right after a car accident) I was only allowed to work out 10 min a day at a very slow pace. It was October 2008-- and the picture on the right was taken last week at a concert
Yesterday I took a spinning class for the first time in two years. I remember the last time I took spinning and it's probably why it took me two years to try it again. When I did it the last time, I weighed at least 100 lbs more than I do today. I remember feeling like I was going to vomit for 30-45 minutes after the class, not being able to move for days and just being in some decent pain. Yesterday I took the class and I could feel that I worked out, but no almost vomiting at the end and today I feel great!
I have noticed lots of other changes in my life- I am way more active than I have ever been- I park the furthest away from a building, take the steps, walk during my lunch breaks and workout 5 days a week (at least).
The most exciting thing is being able to shop wherever I want and not being limited to a few stores. That has been the most fun change so far.
I have not had a surgery. I have not done any crazy diets. Never starved myself, or tried any fad. I started with really small changes, so at the beginning I lost weight at a slower rate. I started with cutting down portion sizes and working out for 10-15 minutes at a time. And these are all changes that I have kept today and keep making. I just make more and more changes over time and workout more. I just burn more calories than I consume. I have friends that want my results but don't want to keep going with it. I let people know, that my changes took time and I have weight to still lose, but that will take time, and I will run into road blocks and hurdles and everything else along the way.
I figured I would share a picture and hope to motivate someone else that changing some eating patterns and adding some workouts can go a long way.
The picture on the left was at my worst (right after a car accident) I was only allowed to work out 10 min a day at a very slow pace. It was October 2008-- and the picture on the right was taken last week at a concert
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Fantastic work! You look great :drinker:0
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great work- you look great!0
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You look amazing! It's true what a difference hard work makes, staying determined to reach your goal, and realizing it took a while to reach the point where you had enough, it will take a while to get back down to a more healthier size. Slow and steady wins the race right.
Keep up the awesome work! Thanks for being an inspiration to others
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I've taken spin class 2 times in my life, and was sore for days. Must try it again soon.
Keep working hard. You are looking fabulous!0 -
Awesome job! Truer words could not have been spoken. I love that you have found something that works for you and are persistant in continuting to work hard to make it work. Stick with it, you look great!
** I really love your hair color too. I've been wanting to get some highlights and that's exactly the color I'm looking for.0 -
You look fantastic and healthy - most important your mindset sounds healthy! Great job!0
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That's wonderful!0
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Awesome, thanks for sharing!0
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Simply Stunning !!!0
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Great Job! Weldone!:flowerforyou:0
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You look beautiful. Be prepared to get addicted to spinning - it hurts so good!0
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u look amazing!!!0
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You look great! And +1 for the Blake shirt :-)0
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Wow! Great job!0
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Great job and great dedication! :flowerforyou:0
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Thanks for sharing your story! You look great, what an inspiration for sure 0
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Congratulations, very inspirational!0
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Impressive! Keep going! You are an inspiration to all of us.0
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thanks everyone 0
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Awesome job.0
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Right on. I am totally inspired. KEEP GOING!0
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You are a great example! People want it quick and easy. It doesn't work that way. You are an example of patience and consistent good choices, breath of fresh air.0
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I would definitely agree with what everyone has said. This journey has taught me a lot about myself and how strong I really am Thanks again 0
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Fabulous transformation! Congrats!0
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Wow, you look great!0
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WOW! Thank you for sharing your story! Very inspiring :drinker:0
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You are Healthy Inside and Out :happy:
I am approaching my wt loss the same as you. A little at a time...
You look wonderful and Happy
You have definately given me that extra drive that I need to keep going myself...
Thanks ... Good Luck with your Journey to a Healthier you :flowerforyou:0 -
You look fantastic! Thanks for sharing. Its been a slow process losing it for me, but I'm sticking with it. Your right, so many people want the change but don't stick with it. You look great and it shows that patience and consistency pays off!0
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