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My success story 180lb lost:3 years on and still going strong (with a few before and after pictures)

zezelryck
Posts: 251 Member
It occurred to me earlier that today was the third year anniversary of the day I finally took control of my senses and life.
On this day back in 2013 (29/05/2013) I joined my local slimming group. My life had been going downhill for many years and almost all of it was self inflicted. I used to be a heavy drinker, smoker and a junk food addict. I'd go to work and eat junk all day, then I would come home, buy alcohol, buy takeaway food and slob out all night.
In 2010 I ended up in hospital as I was having breathing difficulties. What I thought would be a short check up and discharge ended up being a 29 night stay. I was diagnosed with congenital heart failure, type 2 diabetes and sleep apnea; these symptoms where on top of the gout attacks I was frequently suffering from. As a 2 year old child I had received open heart surgery for a condition known as Tetralogy of Fallot.
On this day back in 2013 (29/05/2013) I joined my local slimming group. My life had been going downhill for many years and almost all of it was self inflicted. I used to be a heavy drinker, smoker and a junk food addict. I'd go to work and eat junk all day, then I would come home, buy alcohol, buy takeaway food and slob out all night.
In 2010 I ended up in hospital as I was having breathing difficulties. What I thought would be a short check up and discharge ended up being a 29 night stay. I was diagnosed with congenital heart failure, type 2 diabetes and sleep apnea; these symptoms where on top of the gout attacks I was frequently suffering from. As a 2 year old child I had received open heart surgery for a condition known as Tetralogy of Fallot.
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CONGRATS on your success to date! Fitversary's are a good thing to celebrate!! Remember where you once were, it helps us stay on track. Great job.0
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Congratulations! !!!! It may be a silly question but where are the before /after photos??0
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Congestive heart failure sucks the life right out of most folks. Good for you to kick that kitty cat to the curb. Add some thoughts on your journey, please.0
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Not sure how it has happened but I seem to have posted about half of my post here. The full post can be found at http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10400121/my-success-story-180lb-lost-3-years-on-and-still-going-strong-with-a-few-before-and-after-pictures#latest0
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Oh my gosh!!! What a difference. Congratulations for changing your life. Your determination is my inspiration.0
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