Something I never knew....

Tri_Dad
Tri_Dad Posts: 1,465
edited September 19 in Success Stories
I started my weight loss journey one week before thanksgiving at 319lbs. Life was difficult on me at this weight. I was constantly tired.....constantly frustrated and constantly eating. It has been a journey of self discovery. One that I could not have imagined four months ago. As is the case with many of you...it has been interesting. I have had my ups and downs along the way....but today I learned something....something I am convinced has changed my life forever. The only thing that has stood in the way of living a happy and healthy life is me. No excuse that I have ever used was a reason. And no lie I have told myself has been close to the truth. the ONLY thing standing in our way is ourselves. and today....I came face to face with the person I was in November....Today I put him away forever. Last week I deceided that I wanted to work toward running a 5k. While this may not seem particularly intense to some of you. Considering I was 319lbs 3 months ago this is definately something to work toward. I started a program that consisted of a little running with a whole bunch of walking in between. So I got on the treadmill today and walked .01 miles and then I started what was supposed to be .05 miles of running. Well something clicked in my head and I said to myself. "The only thing keeping you from running 5 kilometers right now is you and you fear of failure." So I ran....I kept putting one foot in front of the other and I ran. When I got to one and a half miles I every fiber of my being was ready to quit. But I refused to give up. I told myself "You have spent too much of your life quitting and you are not going to quit today." I don't know how I made it but I did. And for the first time in my life I truley feel that I am moving on. The quitter is in part of my past....and there is NOTHING that will stop me now.
:drinker: :bigsmile:

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  • Tri_Dad
    Tri_Dad Posts: 1,465
    I started my weight loss journey one week before thanksgiving at 319lbs. Life was difficult on me at this weight. I was constantly tired.....constantly frustrated and constantly eating. It has been a journey of self discovery. One that I could not have imagined four months ago. As is the case with many of you...it has been interesting. I have had my ups and downs along the way....but today I learned something....something I am convinced has changed my life forever. The only thing that has stood in the way of living a happy and healthy life is me. No excuse that I have ever used was a reason. And no lie I have told myself has been close to the truth. the ONLY thing standing in our way is ourselves. and today....I came face to face with the person I was in November....Today I put him away forever. Last week I deceided that I wanted to work toward running a 5k. While this may not seem particularly intense to some of you. Considering I was 319lbs 3 months ago this is definately something to work toward. I started a program that consisted of a little running with a whole bunch of walking in between. So I got on the treadmill today and walked .01 miles and then I started what was supposed to be .05 miles of running. Well something clicked in my head and I said to myself. "The only thing keeping you from running 5 kilometers right now is you and you fear of failure." So I ran....I kept putting one foot in front of the other and I ran. When I got to one and a half miles I every fiber of my being was ready to quit. But I refused to give up. I told myself "You have spent too much of your life quitting and you are not going to quit today." I don't know how I made it but I did. And for the first time in my life I truley feel that I am moving on. The quitter is in part of my past....and there is NOTHING that will stop me now.
    :drinker: :bigsmile:
  • isadoraworkman
    isadoraworkman Posts: 205 Member
    That's awesome! There is nothing quite like beginning to run and passing some of those huge mental barriers..looks like you've just left those barriers in your dust...Congratulations :)
  • MattySparky
    MattySparky Posts: 771
    GOOD FOR YOU!!!!!!! That is truely a success story. You've discovered the key to unlocking your inner animal, that natural drive in us all that some people never find! Keep going!
  • msujdak
    msujdak Posts: 141
    When that switch in your head clicks there is NOTHING that can turn it off!!! What a great feeling. Don't kid yourself, a 5k race is an awesome accomplishement for ANYBODY! Go For It!
  • Julie837
    Julie837 Posts: 84
    WOW! You are so right! Also, when I stop obsessing over my weight, and just concentrate on heart health, I always feel more positive and work much better, thanks for sharing, j
  • jhacker
    jhacker Posts: 301 Member
    That is so true and congratulations on your progress! :drinker: I do believe I am getting there too. Every time I am on the treadmill, I kick it up a notch in some way and just keep talking to myself. Many times I tell myself that if those people on the BL can do this, then why can't i? So much is in our heads.
    WE CAN DO THIS!!!! BELIEVE IT!!!!:bigsmile:
  • kristinlough
    kristinlough Posts: 828 Member
    WOW. I am so inspired!! I've been fighting trying to run at the gym in the mornings and doing some incredible hills instead. Now I know I can do it, too!!

    Thanks :) and Congratulations!! :flowerforyou:
  • arewethereyet
    arewethereyet Posts: 18,702 Member
    Andrew, I am sitting here with tears rolling down my face. So many people go their entire lives never 'getting' it. I am so thankful you came to this point while you are young and healthy enough to thwart future illness.

    Thank you for sharing your epiphany with all of us. If one person....only ONE 'gets it' because of your story it is worth typing.

    As for me, I am now your biggest fan!

    Run, Andrew, Run!!!

    :flowerforyou: Jeannie
  • briblue72
    briblue72 Posts: 672 Member
    Amazing! Congratulations.

    nearly 60 lbs in 3 months... WAY TO GO!! :flowerforyou:
  • MissNova
    MissNova Posts: 563 Member
    :drinker: You are an inspiration. Keep on going and don't look back. Everything that seems hard could be accomplished and you did it. Keep up the great work!!!

    One day I will also have a discussion thread about losing weight and working hard towards a goal.
  • NWCountryGal
    NWCountryGal Posts: 1,992 Member
    congratulations, so glad you are here to encourage others with your story!!! denise in OR

    I started my weight loss journey one week before thanksgiving at 319lbs. Life was difficult on me at this weight. I was constantly tired.....constantly frustrated and constantly eating. It has been a journey of self discovery. One that I could not have imagined four months ago. As is the case with many of you...it has been interesting. I have had my ups and downs along the way....but today I learned something....something I am convinced has changed my life forever. The only thing that has stood in the way of living a happy and healthy life is me. No excuse that I have ever used was a reason. And no lie I have told myself has been close to the truth. the ONLY thing standing in our way is ourselves. and today....I came face to face with the person I was in November....Today I put him away forever. Last week I deceided that I wanted to work toward running a 5k. While this may not seem particularly intense to some of you. Considering I was 319lbs 3 months ago this is definately something to work toward. I started a program that consisted of a little running with a whole bunch of walking in between. So I got on the treadmill today and walked .01 miles and then I started what was supposed to be .05 miles of running. Well something clicked in my head and I said to myself. "The only thing keeping you from running 5 kilometers right now is you and you fear of failure." So I ran....I kept putting one foot in front of the other and I ran. When I got to one and a half miles I every fiber of my being was ready to quit. But I refused to give up. I told myself "You have spent too much of your life quitting and you are not going to quit today." I don't know how I made it but I did. And for the first time in my life I truley feel that I am moving on. The quitter is in part of my past....and there is NOTHING that will stop me now.
    :drinker: :bigsmile:
  • keiko
    keiko Posts: 2,919 Member
    Go Spyguy! I can't believe you were going to start running and ran 5k! That is totally amazing! Next time I get on my treadmill I might hear you in my head instead of Jillian!
  • AmandaJ
    AmandaJ Posts: 1,950 Member
    Hey Andrew, that is wonderful. I am so proud of you, you did awesome. I feel been running a little and walking a lot and sort of wanted to run more but didn't know if I could. You have inspired me to try tomorrow to run more.

    Have you lost 56 pounds in 4 months? That is incredible!!!!!
  • 2Shoes
    2Shoes Posts: 396
    what a wonderful post!
  • chrissyh
    chrissyh Posts: 8,235 Member
    That's a wonderful thing spyguy - way to go!
  • MOMOFTWO29
    MOMOFTWO29 Posts: 8,276 Member
    congrats, keep it up
  • shar140
    shar140 Posts: 1,158 Member
    Don't ever forget that feeling, and you will be successful at anything!

    WTG! :flowerforyou:

    Run, spyguy, Run! :drinker:
  • Jelybe
    Jelybe Posts: 266 Member
    Wow, what an inspiring story! Congratulations!!!:flowerforyou:
  • arewethereyet
    arewethereyet Posts: 18,702 Member
    :glasses:
  • Tri_Dad
    Tri_Dad Posts: 1,465
    Thanks so much everyone! One of the biggest differences between today and any other time that I have tried to lose weight is this site. While the food diary and other features are great....it is the support and guidance of all of you that makes all the difference. I am thankful to each and every one of you for joining me on my journey and letting me be a part of yours. Cheers....go drink some water! it's good for you! :drinker: :drinker: :drinker: :bigsmile:
  • arewethereyet
    arewethereyet Posts: 18,702 Member
    BUMP

    This story is what this web site is all about for me!!
  • musicmom04
    musicmom04 Posts: 670 Member
    you are AMAZING! you are doing so well (and looking very sexy :love: ) i love you so much and am super proud of you!! keep up the good work you studly man :heart:
  • Sheri4MS
    Sheri4MS Posts: 87 Member
    Thanks for sharing!!! Although health, rather than weight almost made me give up. I too found I could run, little by little I put one foot in front of the other and kept getting stronger. That was in 2004 and it has completely changed and enriched my life.

    I had tears reading your story. YOU should be so proud of yourself for finding the determination and will power to keep going. This will act as a defining moment of when YOU took control of YOU. I am so proud of you.:flowerforyou:
  • havingitall
    havingitall Posts: 3,728 Member
    This is a truly inspiring post. Thank you so much for sharing this with us. I have a lot to lose and to read your post has made me feel that I can do it.

    Thanks
    Vicky
  • nwfamilygal
    nwfamilygal Posts: 635
    Wow spyguy that is awsome.:bigsmile: You are truly an inspiration:drinker: Thank you for sharing :blushing: Thank God for this sight it really has helped me realize that I can do this too.:bigsmile:
  • LuckyLeprechaun
    LuckyLeprechaun Posts: 6,296 Member
    you can do it!!!!! I just completed my first 5K and it was the best feeling in the world. You can and you will accomplish this goal!! And we will all be here rooting for you!:flowerforyou:
  • Lizjkp
    Lizjkp Posts: 278
    SPYGUY you are so right :blushing: the one who is holding us back is more often than not ourselves:noway: .a true inspiration KEEP ON GOING, :tongue: who knows maybe the 10k next:flowerforyou: .
    I will keep an eye out for your progress:bigsmile:


    Today's mighty oak is just yesterday's nut that held its ground.
    Laughing is good exercise. It's like jogging on the inside :laugh: .
  • Bunny001
    Bunny001 Posts: 50
    Thanks for the truth and the inspiration. You are awesome!!
  • AmyNVegas
    AmyNVegas Posts: 2,215 Member
    Thanks for this inspiring post :drinker: I know when I get ready to quit again at anything I will remember what you said and keep going a little longer. Thanks!:flowerforyou:

    Amy:bigsmile:
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  • ivykivy
    ivykivy Posts: 2,970 Member
    I little Hijack to say... WAY TO GO AMY!! 21POUNDS!!!!:flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:

    Thanks for this inspiring post :drinker: I know when I get ready to quit again at anything I will remember what you said and keep going a little longer. Thanks!:flowerforyou:

    Amy:bigsmile:
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