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Wheelchair user maintaining ~75 lbs lost for 4 years

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  • deneshia425
    deneshia425 Posts: 10 Member
    Omg you look so much healthier! I love it keep up the good work! :*
  • bglover04
    bglover04 Posts: 7 Member
    Great Job!!! Very inspirational
  • KeepTheFaith9
    KeepTheFaith9 Posts: 80 Member
    Awesome! Congratulations!
  • mac1time
    mac1time Posts: 27 Member
    Great job!
  • UnoriginalOne
    UnoriginalOne Posts: 1 Member
    I was thinking what deceived1 said. It's awesome when you look healthier even as you are getting older. Congrats!
  • Healthydiner65
    Healthydiner65 Posts: 1,446 Member
    WOW! You Rock! This is an inspiration to us all that are living with disabilities that we can do some sort of exercise!
  • SmartAlec03211988
    SmartAlec03211988 Posts: 1,896 Member
    Yes... exactly that. It is never about what you can't do. It's always about what you can, 'cause what you CAN do is what will get you somewhere.

    Obviously I can't do exercises that involve standing, so I don't do 'em. All my strength training is on the floor, or sitting on a bench. I use dumbbells and kettlebells.
  • ssernst
    ssernst Posts: 69 Member
    You look so fit and confident. Amazing inspiration!!
  • jules6669mfp
    jules6669mfp Posts: 446 Member
    Great job!! You look awesome and so much happier. You should be so proud. Congratulations.
  • snickerscharlie
    snickerscharlie Posts: 8,578 Member
    Well done!!!!! <3
  • Spreyton22K
    Spreyton22K Posts: 323 Member
    So inspiring..... <3

    You Sir have risen above so many obstacles and totally owned them. Well done....

    There are many people on the forums who do not struggle with such obstacles yet they are totally overwhelmed, whingey and give up, bleating about how tough their lives are.

    Seeing inspiring individuals such as yourself achieving so much and being so successful can give others either a bit of a reality call kick in the pants. Inspiring life stories such as your own can also help others struggling with their own physical illnesses/disabilities - maybe give them courage to keep on going, push through the down times and to keep on trying/modifying diet and exercise too.

    Congratulations on finding your own unique way make your life better. I wish you all the continued success.
  • heathergetshealthier
    heathergetshealthier Posts: 28 Member
    Way to go! I love seeing folks with different challenges being healthy. I have AS, and may need mobility assistance some day. You'll be my inspiration to stay fit!
  • applesaucey
    applesaucey Posts: 16 Member
    Thank you for inspiring me today. You look amazing.
  • listens2books
    listens2books Posts: 12 Member
    Well done! Congratulations!
  • erojoy
    erojoy Posts: 554 Member
    Nice Job! 4 years is a long time. Way to create a healthy life for yourself. You look awesome!
  • fpelletier
    fpelletier Posts: 365 Member
    Way to go, you look amazing and soo much happier in the your latter pictures! Congrats on a job well done.
  • MargueriteMuguet
    MargueriteMuguet Posts: 230 Member
    Hi there! What a success! Congrats you look amazing! Thanks for sharing your story :-)
  • SmartAlec03211988
    SmartAlec03211988 Posts: 1,896 Member
    Thank you all. =)
  • losergood2011
    losergood2011 Posts: 172 Member
    Love that smile in the after pics!! Great job!
  • rawfruitvegH20
    rawfruitvegH20 Posts: 24 Member
    amazing story and great progress and transformation i have started learning how to use manual wheelchair..my legs drag and i fall when i use 3 wheel walker or 4 wheel walker trek poles help for short distances wow your my inspiration...well done...thanks for posting this the photos help too blessings peace
  • SmartAlec03211988
    SmartAlec03211988 Posts: 1,896 Member
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    Recently started lifting heavy stuff to lean out... Pretty awesome progress in a short period of time.
  • lemonychild
    lemonychild Posts: 654 Member
    amazing!
  • tracie_minus100
    tracie_minus100 Posts: 465 Member
    Amazing!!!
  • TaraTall
    TaraTall Posts: 339 Member
    Unbelievable. Excellent work. It certainly puts peoples struggles and excuses into perspective - my own included.

    Excellent job!
  • Alysia82
    Alysia82 Posts: 67 Member
    SmartAlec03211988 wrote: »
    I just have to remember how miserable I was back then, and I immediately snap out of whatever rut I may be in. I've definitely gained back a significant amount over those 4 years (about 20 lbs here and there), but I ALWAYS bounce back. I just can't let myself go back permanently. The colder/darker months are always a challenge.

    Thank you for sharing
  • Lucy1752
    Lucy1752 Posts: 499 Member
    edited February 2016
    Congratulations ! :o Amazing work - a healthier and happier you!
  • singingflutelady
    singingflutelady Posts: 8,736 Member
    You are amazing! I lift heavy (not medically cleared for cardio) so I know how much work is involved! I have an invisible disability (I'm chronically ill and have pain issues related to my disease) and know how difficult it is to be consistent and work around limitations even though mine are way less than yours! Great job!
  • Healthy_4_Life2
    Healthy_4_Life2 Posts: 595 Member
    You're amazing!!! Congratulations on your progress!! You're an inspiration!!!
  • RosemaryBronte
    RosemaryBronte Posts: 103 Member
    You have emerged from a cave of fat and you look like a really wonderful guy. There are always some difficulties in life so the important thing now is to create some good habits for how you can comfort and strengthen yourself when life gets tough. You used to use food. Now you might use exercise, meditation, friends, reminders of how far you have come etc. I wish you every happiness.
  • tottie_07
    tottie_07 Posts: 105 Member
    Holy smokes. 50-70 miles a week? Your a beast!!! You just radiate! Love that smile. Yes, maintenance is just as much a challenge as losing. And you should be proud. Keep up the good work!!!
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