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What's Your Most Recent NSV
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Bought my first 2 piece swimsuits in many many years. I intend to only wear them at home but my DH said I should consider taking one on our next cruise in October. Not sure I'm at that point yet even though I'm 30 pounds lighter than the last time I wore one.19
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After losing almost 50lbs.. I have many NSV....
1. I fit in clothes I didn't for many years
2. My daughter tells me how Proud she is of me every chance she gets
3. I get compliments constantly about How much weight I've lost
4. I'm starting to like pictures of myself again
5. My Ugly shorts (affectionately named by my daughter) no longer fit and I can't threaten to wear them again lol
6. I feel more confident
7. I'm enjoying life again!!!
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my blood pressure was normal lost 24 lbs.31
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Brought my 5-mile walk time down by over 10 minutes yesterday, including a 3-minute wait for a train to pass (which was a great time to catch my breath at less than a mile to go!) Legs are feeling it a little this morning, but it was so worth it!
AND I can fit into some 2XL shirts again! The last time that happened was... 4 years ago at least! They're a little snug still, but I'm wondering if that's not the way they're SUPPOSED to feel, as opposed to how baggy some of my 4XL shirts have been over the past couple of months.33 -
I don't remember if I posted this last week, but it applies this week too. Today at work, I am wearing the pants I wore to interview for this job when I was still in college... TWO YEARS AGO! Last week, they "fit". This week... might be the last week I wear them!25
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I went to my first football game of the season this weekend. I actually fit in the seat comfortably without feeling like I was sitting on top of my neighbors.25
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I bought size 24 pants for work this weekend! I started this year in a 28/30 depending on cut, so this was a big deal!37
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Madwife2009 wrote: »My son and I completed our 6th ParkRun today. It was hot, there were hundreds of people there, I was feeling a little bit below par but we got on and finished it. Four more runs and my son qualifies for a t-shirt. I have to complete another 44 to get one. Don't they realise that for some of us, completing 10 runs is nothing short of astounding??
Going again tomorrow, my little girl is "running" with her Dad and the rest of us are volunteering.
Went for a walk this afternoon with DH and my three younger children. For some reason it took longer than anticipated, making me very late to meet my daughter from work (although she's 17, she's very petite and I worry, especially as a) the place she works at is rather isolated and b) we live close to an area that has regular police patrols due to violent attacks - last year there was a stabbing every month). I was 1.5 miles away, and had 13 minutes to get there. The only way to do this was to leave the rest of the family to get themselves home and to run. So I did. I ran the whole way. In blistering sun, no shade, the whole way. But I did it, I got there on time
And it felt good, despite gasping for breath, sweating like a crazy thing and being as red as a tomato by the time I'd finished. Wouldn't be able to run at that speed for a whole 5K though!
I forgo my bicycle ride today, instead I went with DH to collect a cycle for my little girl. She's really excited to get a new bike so that made missing it worthwhile And I can cycle tomorrow.
From one mom to another: your mothering inspires me.
Why? While I haven't read through this entire thread I've been here long enough to see how your personal lifestyle changes are changing your entire family . From your adorable youngest daughter wanting to participate in any way she can (reminds me of my oldest who is a fresh 4yrs) to your son now running 5k(s)...plural! Several! with you. And isn't your older daughter trying out the C25K now too? And you gave up your bike ride to get your daughter a bike! That's a huge deal! For everyone
I guess it's just so completely obvious that your actions are inspiring your whole family and I know this might seem a bit over the top but that sort of change can last for generations. You're building memories with them of their mom investing in them and spending quality time with them that will stay forever. Not to mention setting such a wonderful example of how simple it can be to live actively. That last bit is something I cherish from my growing up years. Thanks for sharing the stories of your family. As my kids grow and our family expands I really do desire to listen when my kids speak up about wanting to try something (like the C25K! Or any other thing really) and to not only encourage them to try it and stick with it but to be in the midst with them trying it and figuring it out too.
@jaroby - This is undoubtedly one of the nicest things anyone has ever said to me about my parenting abilities.
I really needed this today, as my teenage daughter has been at her most trying/needy - it was her first proper day back at college, she's a bit scared as next year means university = living away from home for extended periods and she thinks that she's not ready for it. I've said that she doesn't need to go to university but I think that she wants to, under the blustering/being difficult/needy. She may spend an extra year at college, so she can get her driving licence and get herself ready to go, which is fine by her dad and me. I'd rather she went to uni a year later, happy and more likely to do well than go before she's ready, be miserable and not do as well as she would want to.
My children inspire me as well. They're great, all of them (even when being interesting/challenging). They are all finding their comfortable niches in life and it's amazing. My teenage son has discovered a love of boating, which has got me interested - I now want to try kayaking, rowing and sailing! Things that I would never have dreamed of doing when I was so obese. But now I want to do them because I can! It's all amazing stuff.
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youdoyou2016 wrote: »Pretty pleased with myself
The semester started Monday, and it's going great. Exhausting, but great. Pants are ridiculously big. I bet I need some two sizes smaller now.
I did some experimenting and realized I just need to cut out bread. It makes me bloated, sluggish, and I don't sleep well. I thought I'd gained some weight over the summer (snacks, more food around), but a few days without morning toast and fruit instead and I'm down a few lbs and feeling lighter / trimmer.
I'm glad I thought to do some experimenting ... It's funny how the mantra here is it's calories in / calories out, but there are some quirky things, I guess, some of us need to figure out in order to work with our bodies.
I've got the same issues with bread and anything wheat. I've experimented on myself as well. My problem is that I just like it so much!! I do cut back, but some times, I have a little and then have just one more... it's so hard for me to stop bread once I start. I really need to go back to not buying it again, but when you have little kids, it's really hard to do. Especially when they have to take lunch with them, and there's no microwave for them to heat up soups or anything; sandwiches are pretty much the only options.
Yes. Bread gives me brain fog. Same with pasta.
I've found certain switches helpful. We now buy sourdough bread. It has less of an effect on me and the kids don't mind it.
I also have fresh hashbrowns as my breakfast carb. (Instead of toast)
Lastly, I make Porridge (overnight oats) (1/2C oats, 12C water, 1T plain yogurt mixed and left out at room temp overnight or for 12-24hrs) boil 1/2C water and a pinch of salt in the am. Stir in the oats mixture and stir until heated/boiling. Can add in an egg to make it a more custard consistency
The slight fermenting process of the sourdough and the porridge is a sort of "pre-digestion" of the grain. It makes it easier for my body to digest it thereby creates less bloating and brain fog.
EDIT: 1/2C water!! NOT 12C!! Hahaha7 -
Madwife2009 wrote: »Madwife2009 wrote: »My son and I completed our 6th ParkRun today. It was hot, there were hundreds of people there, I was feeling a little bit below par but we got on and finished it. Four more runs and my son qualifies for a t-shirt. I have to complete another 44 to get one. Don't they realise that for some of us, completing 10 runs is nothing short of astounding??
Going again tomorrow, my little girl is "running" with her Dad and the rest of us are volunteering.
Went for a walk this afternoon with DH and my three younger children. For some reason it took longer than anticipated, making me very late to meet my daughter from work (although she's 17, she's very petite and I worry, especially as a) the place she works at is rather isolated and b) we live close to an area that has regular police patrols due to violent attacks - last year there was a stabbing every month). I was 1.5 miles away, and had 13 minutes to get there. The only way to do this was to leave the rest of the family to get themselves home and to run. So I did. I ran the whole way. In blistering sun, no shade, the whole way. But I did it, I got there on time And it felt good, despite gasping for breath, sweating like a crazy thing and being as red as a tomato by the time I'd finished. Wouldn't be able to run at that speed for a whole 5K though!
I forgo my bicycle ride today, instead I went with DH to collect a cycle for my little girl. She's really excited to get a new bike so that made missing it worthwhile And I can cycle tomorrow.
From one mom to another: your mothering inspires me.
Why? While I haven't read through this entire thread I've been here long enough to see how your personal lifestyle changes are changing your entire family . From your adorable youngest daughter wanting to participate in any way she can (reminds me of my oldest who is a fresh 4yrs) to your son now running 5k(s)...plural! Several! with you. And isn't your older daughter trying out the C25K now too? And you gave up your bike ride to get your daughter a bike! That's a huge deal! For everyone
I guess it's just so completely obvious that your actions are inspiring your whole family and I know this might seem a bit over the top but that sort of change can last for generations. You're building memories with them of their mom investing in them and spending quality time with them that will stay forever. Not to mention setting such a wonderful example of how simple it can be to live actively. That last bit is something I cherish from my growing up years. Thanks for sharing the stories of your family. As my kids grow and our family expands I really do desire to listen when my kids speak up about wanting to try something (like the C25K! Or any other thing really) and to not only encourage them to try it and stick with it but to be in the midst with them trying it and figuring it out too.
@jaroby - This is undoubtedly one of the nicest things anyone has ever said to me about my parenting abilities.
I really needed this today, as my teenage daughter has been at her most trying/needy - it was her first proper day back at college, she's a bit scared as next year means university = living away from home for extended periods and she thinks that she's not ready for it. I've said that she doesn't need to go to university but I think that she wants to, under the blustering/being difficult/needy. She may spend an extra year at college, so she can get her driving licence and get herself ready to go, which is fine by her dad and me. I'd rather she went to uni a year later, happy and more likely to do well than go before she's ready, be miserable and not do as well as she would want to.
My children inspire me as well. They're great, all of them (even when being interesting/challenging). They are all finding their comfortable niches in life and it's amazing. My teenage son has discovered a love of boating, which has got me interested - I now want to try kayaking, rowing and sailing! Things that I would never have dreamed of doing when I was so obese. But now I want to do them because I can! It's all amazing stuff.Madwife2009 wrote: »Madwife2009 wrote: »My son and I completed our 6th ParkRun today. It was hot, there were hundreds of people there, I was feeling a little bit below par but we got on and finished it. Four more runs and my son qualifies for a t-shirt. I have to complete another 44 to get one. Don't they realise that for some of us, completing 10 runs is nothing short of astounding??
Going again tomorrow, my little girl is "running" with her Dad and the rest of us are volunteering.
Went for a walk this afternoon with DH and my three younger children. For some reason it took longer than anticipated, making me very late to meet my daughter from work (although she's 17, she's very petite and I worry, especially as a) the place she works at is rather isolated and b) we live close to an area that has regular police patrols due to violent attacks - last year there was a stabbing every month). I was 1.5 miles away, and had 13 minutes to get there. The only way to do this was to leave the rest of the family to get themselves home and to run. So I did. I ran the whole way. In blistering sun, no shade, the whole way. But I did it, I got there on time And it felt good, despite gasping for breath, sweating like a crazy thing and being as red as a tomato by the time I'd finished. Wouldn't be able to run at that speed for a whole 5K though!
I forgo my bicycle ride today, instead I went with DH to collect a cycle for my little girl. She's really excited to get a new bike so that made missing it worthwhile And I can cycle tomorrow.
From one mom to another: your mothering inspires me.
Why? While I haven't read through this entire thread I've been here long enough to see how your personal lifestyle changes are changing your entire family . From your adorable youngest daughter wanting to participate in any way she can (reminds me of my oldest who is a fresh 4yrs) to your son now running 5k(s)...plural! Several! with you. And isn't your older daughter trying out the C25K now too? And you gave up your bike ride to get your daughter a bike! That's a huge deal! For everyone
I guess it's just so completely obvious that your actions are inspiring your whole family and I know this might seem a bit over the top but that sort of change can last for generations. You're building memories with them of their mom investing in them and spending quality time with them that will stay forever. Not to mention setting such a wonderful example of how simple it can be to live actively. That last bit is something I cherish from my growing up years. Thanks for sharing the stories of your family. As my kids grow and our family expands I really do desire to listen when my kids speak up about wanting to try something (like the C25K! Or any other thing really) and to not only encourage them to try it and stick with it but to be in the midst with them trying it and figuring it out too.
@jaroby - This is undoubtedly one of the nicest things anyone has ever said to me about my parenting abilities.
I really needed this today, as my teenage daughter has been at her most trying/needy - it was her first proper day back at college, she's a bit scared as next year means university = living away from home for extended periods and she thinks that she's not ready for it. I've said that she doesn't need to go to university but I think that she wants to, under the blustering/being difficult/needy. She may spend an extra year at college, so she can get her driving licence and get herself ready to go, which is fine by her dad and me. I'd rather she went to uni a year later, happy and more likely to do well than go before she's ready, be miserable and not do as well as she would want to.
My children inspire me as well. They're great, all of them (even when being interesting/challenging). They are all finding their comfortable niches in life and it's amazing. My teenage son has discovered a love of boating, which has got me interested - I now want to try kayaking, rowing and sailing! Things that I would never have dreamed of doing when I was so obese. But now I want to do them because I can! It's all amazing stuff.
@Madwife2009 you are very welcome! And how exciting to try so many new things! I went Kayaking (on a local river with some shallow rapids) for the first time this summer. It's SO MUCH FUN. With how much you love going fast down hills on the bike I bet you'll enjoy kayaking! Especially if you have an opportunity to get out on a river.11 -
Being able to deadlift almost 40 lbs of sedated dog almost several times in a 20 min time span without getting breathless. I'm on day 47 of trying to eat healthier and while the weight has not changed much yet I am finding some tasks easier Congratulations to everyone else and their NS Victories!! 20
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When I purchased my Thinx undies set all of them were fitting quite snug as I think I may have had to get the largest size offered or that was the largest size they had in stock at the time I can't remember Well yesterday when I put on a pair that make up the set they were actually loose and they are worn for reasons where bloating is normal....HIP HIP HOORAY!!! #teamdroopydrawers25
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wore a size 18 swim suit this morning!
the old one had lost its stretch and was getting really baggy. It was a size 20. In Jan I was in a size 22. I buy them in pairs from Sports Direct 2 for £16 to save money and last time they only had one 20, so I had to get an 18 and hope I'd fit.
And I do
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My husband asked me to help him start lifting!!!! I've been waiting for a year and a half for him to start doing some sort of exercise and it's finally happening!!! He's really thin, so it's all a health thing, not a weight loss thing.
Downside: I have to get up at 5 with him instead of my usual 6...but it's worth it!36 -
I have hated exercise all of my life. I only enjoy walking if there is a "purpose" such as going somewhere specific or taking the dogs.
I've tried the gym, swimming & even running but I could only stick a routine for a couple of weeks before I'd cave.
6 weeks ago I happened to see a Zumba video (the amazing RefitRev lassies) on YouTube & it looked quite fun. I did 4 songs worth & was dripping in sweat but boy, did I have a good time! Slowly building myself up I was so proud each time I mastered a routine without having to watch the girls' every move & found when I work hard, I can even keep up with them! (Crazy In Love near offed me, I can tell you!)
As I'm typing this just now, I'm soaking sweat through my (new & smaller) sportswear having just completed 8 songs - giving it my all to the highest intensity I can...back to back. Grand totalling a full 30 minute workout!
Never ever did I think I would stick something out this long & STILL look forward to doing it everyday. If I plan some time & it gets scuppered, I ACTUALLY get disappointed!!
It's even spurred me into doing strength training twice a week too ..without complaint. Not to mention I have the stamina for longer doggie walks too. My clothes are all too big & I am starting to see muscle tone under the fat all over. I don't know how many inches I've lost, but since I joined MVP 23 days ago I've gone down 2-3 on all the main body parts. A drastic overhaul of my diet has helped tremendously too & after ironing out some tweaks, I never feel hungry or deprived which I feel so fortunate for.
I know this is non scale victories, but I've lost 16lb in these past 6 weeks (7 while on MFP) & for the first time, I feel like I can keep going. My DP is me 3 years ago at my lightest in recent years. I was happy to be there but in reality, still needed to lose a lot more weight. Instead of keeping on, I let it all slide. I'm now just 3lb off that DP weight & this time, I REALLY want to go all the way. It's a long road & a hecka lotta pounds(about 100!!) but at the moment, I really feel I can do it!
So sorry for the long post, but i really am on cloud 9 today & I've not shared what I'm doing with anyone in my life except my husband. Guess I'm just worried the pressure will cause me to fail (for the umpteenth time), so if you read all of this drivel, thank you so much. It really does mean a lot!
Edit: oop & don't worry, I'm away for a shower now haha!
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I went shopping yesterday and was able to be pickier than normal since I didn't want to settle for clothes that didn't look great. I found a lot of clothes and was happy with how I looke in them (and most of them were a size small!) I bought a dress that was a little too tight but I'm confident that I will fit into it soon.22
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I work away from our main office and haven't been back since last year. I arrived yesterday for a visit. I was pacing around my office on the phone, and one of the women I'm friendly with stopped by. Her jaw actually dropped, and then she gave me a huge smile and pantomimed a sexy hourglass shape with her hands. I laughed right into my conference call.
When I got off the call I found her to say hello, and she said she had come looking for me because the new receptionist had seen me earlier that morning and had asked who the woman is "with the short brown hair and GREAT boobs" (complete with hand gestures). And even though my friend didn't even know I was going to be in town, she accurately guessed she was talking about me. Hilarious. 33 -
Saw my neurologist yesterday. He said I looked like a completely different person, and that my weight loss made me look so much younger! I think this might be the only time I have had a non-biased party say something without prompting this far. This makes me feel better when I have overweight family members telling me that I am too thin. I am almost at maintenance!!
Also, I have become friends with this woman I work with and she just realized that I am not new, and that we worked side by side last year. I think she was a little bit embarrassed when I said the reason she might not recognize me is because I was heavier. Being overweight didn't just change my looks, it changed my personality. I was so quiet!36 -
Completed Day 1 of Couch to 5k! (Third attempt, third time's the charm!) 41
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Yesterday a coworker I haven't seen in about 2 months said "Are you losing weight??" at a staff meeting!
Someone noticed! I don't always, but someone did!32 -
I did the full 1.2 mile practice swim for the half IM relay I'm doing in a couple of weeks yesterday and even shaved a bit of time off my pace.32
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Down a notch on my belt this morning! woooo34
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Yesterday my husband underwent surgery to remove skin cancer - surgery went well, no skin graft required after all, and he's doing well today although not on top of things yet - but yesterday was a long, long, stressful day of waiting for me, in the hospital at 5 am and not home until 7 pm. And I successfully resisted the urge to throw my own health concerns out the window and Eat All the Things. The hospital cafeteria had calorie counts and carb counts on the buffet entries, which made it easy to select items within my calorie budget which would help me keep my blood sugar under control, and I brought healthy snacks. I even got in some exercise - I took a walk around the building and did some bodyweight exercises in the room while he was in surgery - which also helped with my blood sugar and stress levels. I logged everything and finished the day with 22 calories to spare, and my blood glucose was within safe levels all day. And I managed to take care of my husband too! Stress eating is a big pitfall for me so I feel good about myself, and I'm looking forward to life being normal again soon.62
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I just walked (briskly for me) for 10 minutes without stopping and climbed two sets of stairs. This from a woman who takes the elevator no matter if it's one floor or ten.29
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Yesterday I binged on candy at work (free snacks are the worst). I've been limiting carbs as they are my weakness, but this past weekend I went to an amusement park and the Renaissance Faire, and definitely overindulged (less than I would have a year ago, but still way more than I planned). And that mindset carried over into yesterday.
I was on my own for dinner and so very tempted to just get fast food. I was already over my calorie allowance, why not go crazy?? I thought about it for an hour at least.
BUT --- I went home and heated up a TJs pizza veggie burger and called it a night.
You'd think after that weekend and sugar binge I'd be really disappointed in myself. That's where I'd have fully fallen off the wagon in the past.
But I'm really proud of myself for reigning myself back in and getting back on track.39 -
gradchica27 wrote: »
The sole of my hiking shoe totally ripped off the upper after our first hike, but didn't let that deter me--put on my Merrill barefoot trail shoes and rocked (pun intended) the next two hikes. NSV is that we are centering our whole vacation on activity--well, and some well-deserved relaxation afterwards!
*Kitten* me! Not only is this a great NSV it's a spectacular sight! Do you mind sharing the location, @gradchica27 ?
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gradchica27 wrote: »
The sole of my hiking shoe totally ripped off the upper after our first hike, but didn't let that deter me--put on my Merrill barefoot trail shoes and rocked (pun intended) the next two hikes. NSV is that we are centering our whole vacation on activity--well, and some well-deserved relaxation afterwards!
*Kitten* me! Not only is this a great NSV it's a spectacular sight! Do you mind sharing the location, @gradchica27 ?
Seriously. Where is this???2 -
- I've figured out what makes me happy when exercising. Music! I love keeping beat with my "running".
- My heart rate is down from high 170's at a moderate pace on the elliptical to low 160's in just two weeks.
- I walked around Walmart today briskly trying to find someone and wasn't winded at all by the end. Before I would have been panting and trying not to look like the walking made me breathe so heavily!
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Vonny198334 wrote: »I have hated exercise all of my life. I only enjoy walking if there is a "purpose" such as going somewhere specific or taking the dogs.
I've tried the gym, swimming & even running but I could only stick a routine for a couple of weeks before I'd cave.
6 weeks ago I happened to see a Zumba video (the amazing RefitRev lassies) on YouTube & it looked quite fun. I did 4 songs worth & was dripping in sweat but boy, did I have a good time! Slowly building myself up I was so proud each time I mastered a routine without having to watch the girls' every move & found when I work hard, I can even keep up with them! (Crazy In Love near offed me, I can tell you!)
As I'm typing this just now, I'm soaking sweat through my (new & smaller) sportswear having just completed 8 songs - giving it my all to the highest intensity I can...back to back. Grand totalling a full 30 minute workout!
Never ever did I think I would stick something out this long & STILL look forward to doing it everyday. If I plan some time & it gets scuppered, I ACTUALLY get disappointed!!
It's even spurred me into doing strength training twice a week too ..without complaint. Not to mention I have the stamina for longer doggie walks too. My clothes are all too big & I am starting to see muscle tone under the fat all over. I don't know how many inches I've lost, but since I joined MVP 23 days ago I've gone down 2-3 on all the main body parts. A drastic overhaul of my diet has helped tremendously too & after ironing out some tweaks, I never feel hungry or deprived which I feel so fortunate for.
I know this is non scale victories, but I've lost 16lb in these past 6 weeks (7 while on MFP) & for the first time, I feel like I can keep going. My DP is me 3 years ago at my lightest in recent years. I was happy to be there but in reality, still needed to lose a lot more weight. Instead of keeping on, I let it all slide. I'm now just 3lb off that DP weight & this time, I REALLY want to go all the way. It's a long road & a hecka lotta pounds(about 100!!) but at the moment, I really feel I can do it!
So sorry for the long post, but i really am on cloud 9 today & I've not shared what I'm doing with anyone in my life except my husband. Guess I'm just worried the pressure will cause me to fail (for the umpteenth time), so if you read all of this drivel, thank you so much. It really does mean a lot!
Edit: oop & don't worry, I'm away for a shower now haha!
I just love this!! The RevFit ladies (and a few other YouTube channels like it) were my re-introduction to fitness! And then it also lead to strength training and other changes! Dancing to those songs gave me such a realistic goal to pursue (I would do the same song on repeat until I felt I could actually follow along decently) and also just made the 30mins of exercise fly. Yay!! I'm so happy for you!!17 -
Lost an inch off my bum!39
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