What can you do now that you couldn't do (or didn't think yo
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Yesterday I caved and bought a packet of crisps (chips) for my long commute home. BUT I only had a little bit and rolled up the packet and put it in a drawer and I'm not even tempted by it! Especially after reading all these posts!0
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This morning I was able to do straight leg sit-ups without my feet coming off the ground. Next up, knees bent without feet being held down.0
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I can actually understand what I am consuming. Before now, it didn't matter because I didn't know what were the best choices for me and now that I can see it all in writing, it makes sense! Moderation is key0
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After about a month of doing this, I am no longer winded as easily as I was before.
I can continue to opt for water over soda, even though there is plenty of my old supply handy if I really wanted it.
I can size up a proper serving of a lot of things on sight (instead of just eating it all).
I can say that i have eaten a proper breakfast for 35 straight days now (probably hadn't done it for that long a sretch since I was in junior high).
I can say that I weigh less than I have in at least 15 years. I haven't been all that overweight, but it has held pretty consistent at 15-20 lbs over recommended BMI during that time. I'm looking good, and I'm feeling great!0 -
I am wearing a shirt now that i have never been able to wear before ! I have lost 16.5 pounds so far and have another 90 to loose look forward to alot more exciting things !
I passed up dessert tonight and church and worked at the dessert table for a dinner ! My parents had pizza tonight and i did not eat any pizza !0 -
I can workout for MORE than one hour 3.5 ml/hr 6-10 incline and not feel tired....
I can say no to fatty food...
I am taking pictures again... :-)
I DONT HAVE TO TAKE DIABETES MEDS......0 -
I can run on my treadmill for long(ish) periods of time and not be tired and I actually most often enjoy it. Jumping jacks are easy now and I can do the splits.
I can have a " cheat" day and go right back to eating healthy the next day0 -
I can run a mile on a treadmill without wanting to die.
I can wear clothes from 2 years ago.
I can take pictures and not feel like my face is FAT.
I can do more push ups now that I'm not so heavy.
I can NOT see my stomach from under my boobs.0 -
I can do 10 pullups, and do sets of chin ups and dips with a weighted belt.
I can run miles and miles without stopping.
I could probably steal your girlfriend.
If I had one!
I can get up the 2 fights of sairs to the top of my house without even thinking about it - before I would have avoided it, as I would have had sore knees and been out of breath!0 -
I can run 3 miles!
I can do side planks(as Jillian calls them).
I can go out in public and feel good about myself.
I can fit the 1 pair of jeans I wanted with only a lil muffin top left.
I fit every pair of size 6's my skinny butt cousin gave me!
I can smile!0 -
I wore a blouse that was given to me for Christmas ten years ago. I just cut off the tags and put it on looked brand new. Better get some wear out of it because it is already getting to big.0
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I ran 5 miles at 5mph today and I could have gone longer if I had the time. When I started I was walking at 3mph for 30 mins.0
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I can carry my 50lb four year old and not feel like I'm about to die.0
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I can see my tricep and shoulder muscles when I flex The bicep is still covered up but I know it's in there somewhere!!!0
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I can take off my work suit trousers at the end of the day and not have red marks all around my middle !!!0
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I can do 10 pullups, and do sets of chin ups and dips with a weighted belt.
I can run miles and miles without stopping.
I could probably steal your girlfriend.
I could probably steal your girlfriend/wife/mistress.0 -
I can do 50 mins kickboxing (a few days ago i could only manage 20!)
I can say no to rubbish food!
I can touch my toes without bending my knees (i can actually place my hands flat on the floor like that)
I have so much more energy
I can climb the 6 flights of stairs at college without feeling like im dying (still out of breath and calves burn!)
I am setting an example to my son0 -
I can run marathons, fast enough that I have qualified for the Boston Marathon. :happy:0
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I can take my wedding ring off!! I know that's an odd one to post on Valentine's Day, and I will not actually take it off, but it slide over my knuckle when I put lotion on and that has happened for years!! :-D
Thanks everyone for posting on here... it's so encouraging to come and read these!!!0 -
such amazing, inspiring messages. It's important to recognize the success, no matter how small they may seem to others, because to us....they are HUGE milestones! I am in awe of your accomplishments. Well done.:drinker:0
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