What can you do now that you couldn't do (or didn't think yo

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  • ruth1104
    ruth1104 Posts: 40 Member
    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!
  • hroush
    hroush Posts: 2,073 Member
    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.
  • vanessa021
    vanessa021 Posts: 6 Member
    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 key :D
  • Nigel99
    Nigel99 Posts: 498 Member
    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!
  • kris1085
    kris1085 Posts: 1,436 Member
    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 !
  • cvg1973
    cvg1973 Posts: 16 Member
    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......
  • mamagooskie
    mamagooskie Posts: 2,964 Member
    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 day
  • safetypins
    safetypins Posts: 70
    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.
  • Katcatters
    Katcatters Posts: 90 Member
    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!
  • ChelseaRW
    ChelseaRW Posts: 366 Member
    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!
  • reneelee
    reneelee Posts: 877 Member
    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.
  • MissingMinnesota
    MissingMinnesota Posts: 7,486 Member
    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.
  • theTX4
    theTX4 Posts: 25
    I can carry my 50lb four year old and not feel like I'm about to die.
  • ngolston
    ngolston Posts: 159 Member
    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!!!
  • lulu64uk
    lulu64uk Posts: 62
    I can take off my work suit trousers at the end of the day and not have red marks all around my middle !!!
  • DaveGlasnost
    DaveGlasnost Posts: 146 Member
    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. ;)
  • xerinx2011
    xerinx2011 Posts: 222
    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 son
  • sdereski
    sdereski Posts: 3,406 Member
    I can run marathons, fast enough that I have qualified for the Boston Marathon. :happy:
  • Cristy_AZ
    Cristy_AZ Posts: 986
    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!!!
  • sdereski
    sdereski Posts: 3,406 Member
    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:
  • Katfrench
    Katfrench Posts: 27
    I can run a mile!!!!!!!!!!
  • fitnesspirateninja
    fitnesspirateninja Posts: 667 Member
    I can wear a size small sweater.
    I can hike up steep hills and feel great afterwards.
    I can eat small portions.
    I can drink 12 glasses of water in a day.
    I can accurately gauge how many calories are in most foods.
  • rachld
    rachld Posts: 8
    I can drive past Sonic without stopping for a Rt. 44 Diet Coke.
    I can keep a bag of chocolates in the house, rationing rather than devouring.
    I can eat 5 fruits and veggies in a day.
  • Dhathri
    Dhathri Posts: 323 Member
    I CAN run, initially only able to do 30 seconds, now for 10min.
    I CAN do real pushups.
    I CAN workout with passion.
  • Natacia28
    Natacia28 Posts: 11 Member
    Good for you....you are such an inspiration...we kinda have the same goals :)
  • Xandi
    Xandi Posts: 319
    :sad: :cry:
  • monylove311
    monylove311 Posts: 251 Member
    Ok... I can do some of the things listed already and some I can't. However, the one thing I can do a lot more easily that I have not seen mentioned (and maybe for a good reason) is to wipe my behind with ease. There, I said it, and honestly, it makes me happy. I knew I was overweight when THAT was a problem! : )
  • suziehomemaker
    suziehomemaker Posts: 116
    well here is my list...i can do zumba for an hour (with minimal stops).....i can speed walk up four flights of stairs before getting really fatigued...i can look down and not see my upper belly (still see my lower belly tho, and it looks huge now)....i can park farther away, and not be afraid to walk the distance......i look for ways to get in extra cardio all the time (aside from the hour at least i do anyways a day)....i am not so tired in the bedroom :wink: .....im in a much better mood all the time....i can go and go and go all day and not be tired in the least.....i can sleep less and feel better, no pains in the morning :happy:
  • suziehomemaker
    suziehomemaker Posts: 116
    bump
  • RiseandGrind77
    RiseandGrind77 Posts: 54 Member
    I can tuck my work shirt and constantly having to tuck it back because my gut kept pushing it out.

    I can be at my mom's house with the best home cooked meal and eat a small reasonable portion and not pig out.

    I can make my wife smirk when I flex : )

    I can play/chase my 4 yr old around without looking like i'm going to pass out.

    I can know that I am doing everything possible to stay healthy for my family and set a good example.
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