Met my goal... But may go a little more. Thoughts?
jkestens63
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On April 28, 2008 I weighed 444 lbs. I had to lose weight because I was in rough shape. I had lymphedema in my legs and ended up with infections in them that the docs could not cure despite numerous hospitalizations, bi-weekly visits to wound care specialist and twice daily dressing changes that involved bathing the wounds in a bleach based solution. I could walk only for brief spurts, walking to the end of my driveway to get the mail was almost impossible. I had to quit a job I had for 12 years and move out of my apartment and in with my amazing family so they could take care of me. Forget about movies, restaurants with booths, driving my car because I couldn't fit into any of those seats. I had to order clothes on line at retailers that had super sizes. No social life, no love life.
My options were make changes or die young. It's been a long and difficult 3 years but today I reached the goal I set for myself, 175 lbs. I have lost 249 lbs. There is no magic bullet, there were many ups and downs, I sweated my butt off in the gym. I truly believe anyone can do this, just have to stick with it
As for what ha
My options were make changes or die young. It's been a long and difficult 3 years but today I reached the goal I set for myself, 175 lbs. I have lost 249 lbs. There is no magic bullet, there were many ups and downs, I sweated my butt off in the gym. I truly believe anyone can do this, just have to stick with it
As for what ha
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Congratulations! Your story is amazing and very inspiring, and I hope you take the time to enjoy all of the things that you can do now that you couldn't before!0
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You are amazing! So inspiring...0
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That's truly amazing. Congratulations! It must feel soooooooooooooo good.0
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well done on ur fab weightloss, u look great as u r:flowerforyou:0
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What an amazing accomplishment!!! Kudos to you for doing all the hard work and learning the discipline that got you here. That lymphedema is a terrifying thing, no doubt about it. Glad you've been able to do what you've done!
As for going further than your goal, I did. Just stay within your healthy weight range and it should be fine0 -
that is AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!! congrats to you:flowerforyou:0
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Very inspiring! You've done a marvelous job. Keep up the great work!0
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I think you should not stop. I think it may be time to change direction. When I reach my goal (which is coincidentally 175 lbs), my plan is to begin building shaping sculpting a stronger body. I think it is one thing to lose weight. I think we could all stand to continue to improve our health:happy:0
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Job well done, you look Great!0
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Bump ~ You have done terrific. Thanks for sharing this, and congratulations on a job well done.0
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YOU GO GIRL!!! I am very proud of you. You are a living witness that persistence and endurance pays off!! I applaud you in your major success. If you want to do more so be it. it's your body, it's your choice.0
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YOU GO GIRL!!! I am very proud of you. You are a living witness that persistence and endurance pays off!! I applaud you in your major success. If you want to do more so be it. it's your body, it's your choice.
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I agree with this. You are amazing!0 -
What a truly inspiring story! You're amazing! Thanks for sharing with us. I think if you want to keep going, you definitely should. You're at an awesome weight now, but if you think you should get down to an ideal bmi, you should totally go for it. Obviously you can do it. Just look at what you've done so far! You're so inspiring!!0
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wow, well done you !!!0
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What a great job and inspiration. You should be so proud of yourself.0
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What an incredible weight loss victory!!! Celebrate your victory !!!
I'm new and looking for friends to motivate me. Please feel free to friend me.0 -
Congratulations on meeting your goal. Your story is very inspirational and I'm so happy for you.0
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What an awesome and inspiring story. Congratulations and thanks for sharing!0
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Way to go! What a great job!0
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What an incredible story! You've done amazing. I love your quote too "is the choice I'm making bringing me closer or farther from my goal". That will be my new motto!0
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