Choose your Hard!!
500lbs2marathon
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Not too long ago I created an entry on my blog on this topic. Figured I would share it here with you all..
People ask me all the time, "Was it HARD to lose all that weight?".
My answer is simple, YES, Losing weight IS Hard, but then again, so is NOT losing weight.
Lets see, at almost 500 lbs :
Walking is.... HARD
Climbing Stairs is.... HARD
Fitting in most seats is.... HARD
Dealing with "fat jokes" is.... HARD
Fitting in clothes is.... HARD
Flying in an airplane is.... HARD
Going on rides at amusement parks is.... HARD
Whats involved with losing weight and why is it so HARD?
Measuring/Tracking what you eat
Exercising on a regular basis
Cleansing the kitchen and keeping a supply of HEALTHY foods
Replacing clothes 2 or 3 or 4 times, sometimes more
Financially taxing (Replacing Clothes and Buying Healthy food isnt cheap!)
However, take a minute and compare the two options...
Go ahead and CHOOSE YOUR HARD!
-- If you are interested in checking out my blog, it can be found via my website www.500lbs2marathon.com
People ask me all the time, "Was it HARD to lose all that weight?".
My answer is simple, YES, Losing weight IS Hard, but then again, so is NOT losing weight.
Lets see, at almost 500 lbs :
Walking is.... HARD
Climbing Stairs is.... HARD
Fitting in most seats is.... HARD
Dealing with "fat jokes" is.... HARD
Fitting in clothes is.... HARD
Flying in an airplane is.... HARD
Going on rides at amusement parks is.... HARD
Whats involved with losing weight and why is it so HARD?
Measuring/Tracking what you eat
Exercising on a regular basis
Cleansing the kitchen and keeping a supply of HEALTHY foods
Replacing clothes 2 or 3 or 4 times, sometimes more
Financially taxing (Replacing Clothes and Buying Healthy food isnt cheap!)
However, take a minute and compare the two options...
Go ahead and CHOOSE YOUR HARD!
-- If you are interested in checking out my blog, it can be found via my website www.500lbs2marathon.com
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That is really inspirational! What a fantastic goal you have and thanks for posting the link to your blog :flowerforyou:0
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Well said!0
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This was fantastic to read!0
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Very good points!
My HARD - the accidental reflection glance when you realize it's YOU??!!
It's hard because the mental image and the actual image are not the same and it's a long hard struggle to bring them closer together.0 -
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Very good points!
My HARD - the accidental reflection glance when you realize it's YOU??!!
It's hard because the mental image and the actual image are not the same and it's a long hard struggle to bring them closer together.
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So glad that you chose the get fit and healthy hard!!! I have someone in my life that is morbidly obese and chooses the other hard, to stay the way they are and continue to have health problems, social issues and it's sad! Anyhow, keep being an inspiration, you're doing something fantastic, and don't ever forget!!!!! :happy:0
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So glad that you chose the get fit and healthy hard!!! I have someone in my life that is morbidly obese and chooses the other hard, to stay the way they are and continue to have health problems, social issues and it's sad! Anyhow, keep being an inspiration, you're doing something fantastic, and don't ever forget!!!!! :happy:
Thanx so much! If you want, share my site with them, they can get in touch with me if they are thinking about making a change. Id be more than happy to chat with them!0 -
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What an awesome post! So well said!
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Thank you for your post.. I have tears streaming down my cheeks....
I am bad about saying that this journey is hard. BUT you are so right, being so overweight it harder. I think it is time to get my kids dressed and head out for a walk!
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Thank you for your post.. I have tears streaming down my cheeks....
I am bad about saying that this journey is hard. BUT you are so right, being so overweight it harder. I think it is time to get my kids dressed and head out for a walk!
Thanks again!
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I love this post. It reminds me of the saying "everybody dies but not everyone lives."
Living is hard. It takes effort. It takes application. It is a struggle. But it sure as hell beats waiting to die.
To the OP: your profile pic is amazing. Everyday counts. Everyday is a step closer. Everyday is beautiful. Go smash it dude.0 -
I love this post. It reminds me of the saying "everybody dies but not everyone lives."
Living is hard. It takes effort. It takes application. It is a struggle. But it sure as hell beats waiting to die.
To the OP: your profile pic is amazing. Everyday counts. Everyday is a step closer. Everyday is beautiful. Go smash it dude.
Thanx! You are absolutely right about living!0 -
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I found your blog yesterday and I love it.. You are a inspiration!!! I hope you dont mind i loved it so much .. I passed it on to some friends to show them that through hard work anything is possible...0
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I found your blog yesterday and I love it.. You are a inspiration!!! I hope you dont mind i loved it so much .. I passed it on to some friends to show them that through hard work anything is possible...
Thank you, I appreciate that..
PLEASE DO! Im trying to spread the word on my site, Ive made it my mission in life to try and help inspire others to get healthier and more active. Thank you!!0 -
Gary, you are such an inspiration. In your words as well as your accomplishments. Thank you!0
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Gary, you are such an inspiration. In your words as well as your accomplishments. Thank you!
Thank YOU!0 -
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You sir are a huge inspiration to me. As some sitting close to the 400lbs border right now, looking at your site has made me want more than ever to lose this weight and enjoy my life more.
Thanks for the words and the pictures, anytime I start losing steam, I'll be going there to pump myself up again.0 -
You sir are a huge inspiration to me. As some sitting close to the 400lbs border right now, looking at your site has made me want more than ever to lose this weight and enjoy my life more.
Thanks for the words and the pictures, anytime I start losing steam, I'll be going there to pump myself up again.
That means a lot to me, thank you!!
Dont ever give up and dont let anything derail you from hitting your goals!0 -
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Bumping this for anyone who mightve missed it yesterday!0
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Bumping this for anyone who mightve missed it yesterday!
Thanks. I was actually looking for it for someone!!0
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