A year in pictures, 146 lbs, and my thanks!

"If you want to change your BODY, you must first change your MIND"

Last August, my six yr old daughter chuckled a bit when I suggested I can we play tag in the backyard. "Silly Daddy, you can't run..." She wasn't being critical, the innocent truth of her response was startling. One look in the mirror basically confirmed it, and I finally started to see and accept that reflection as the real me. I had been hiding from mirrors, pools, the beach, photos, and more in my denial. But as I watched my son and daughter run off to play without me, I decided then and there that I had to make a change.


Summer 2012 - Before MFP



10/12 - 40 lbs lost


11/12 - 62 lbs lost


01/13 - 84 lbs lost - started running




02/13 - 110 lbs lost



04/13 - 130 lbs lost



05/13 - 136 lbs lost - First Half Marathon Finish and Goal Weight Achieved!!



08/13 - Present Day - 146 lbs lost - 3 Months into maintenance



What began as a simple joke, turned into a personal journey, and then a family one. I didn't know it at the time, but people *will* get inspired by your weight loss and it's a great thing. My wife has lost over 50 lbs, and is feeling better than ever. My kids now participate in races, my wife and daughter doing their first 5K together a few weeks ago. In almost every aspect my family is a healthier and happier one than a year ago and I want to thank MyFitnessPal for providing us the tools to do it.

On a parting note, I'd like to share a picture of my son running his first 1 Mile race at age 5. We often look for inspiration to our elders, sports figures, etc. But for me, it begins and ends with my family. And I wish you all the best of luck in reaching your goals!