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So, because I'm just a little bit sad, I decided, for my own geeky interest and amusement, to see how many miles I'd tracked last year and how many steps I'd taken over the course of 2018.

Total distance cycled: 4,305.04 miles
Total distance run: 429.82 miles
Total distance walked: 1,943.42 miles

Overall total distance (walked, run, cycled): 6,678.28 miles (way more than my car has travelled at 3500 miles for the year!)


Total number of steps taken (all steps, including above): 5,862,092 (if I'd done another 378 a day, I'd have hit 6,000,000).


Well, I was mildly impressed . . .

I walked two miles up hill lol I will continue to do it but today was my first time and I made it!

Today marks 5 year of contineus logging. It does not say so on my profile as this profile is new here. Over the years I have used different logging tools but returned to MFP as, despite its many flaws, it works best for the way I like to work

Deviette wrote: »

On new years eve I went climbing for the first time in probably about 9 months (it tends to be something we do with a certain group of friends) and not only was my climbing easier (not on my hands though) but afterwards we went up to the gym area and messed around on that for a bit. I was able to do a couple of pull ups, some leg lifts and a couple of (all be it fairly shallow) triceps dips. None of which I was able to do last time we went.

Turns out that when you have less mass to move, it's easier to move. Who knew.

I tried C25K about 1.5 years ago and gave up after a couple weeks. It seemed so hard. I lost ~40lbs with a healthy diet and started running 3 months ago. BOOM, I ran 12km straight last weekend. I am now 48lbs down and absolutely amazed at how much easier it is to run with less mass to move.

This week my average daily steps was 10070 steps /day.

I started logging in September and in October I averaged 3000 steps per day.

When I walk around the office at work to stretch my legs I walk past 2 vending machines. One with soda and iced coffee. The other has candy bars and chips. I have not stopped once in over 3 months to get a snack. They don't even tempt me a little bit these days.

elopez1998 wrote: »

I said no to TAMALES this morning.

I can’t decide if I should congratulate you or offer condolences...

Being honest. With the choices I make. Making food swaps. 🙄🤗

jogetsgains wrote: »

I handled my finances over the past couple days without having an anxiety attack!
Including the food budget 😉😁

I know exactly what you mean. I've had to go cold turkey from my meds. As their not compatable with my heart meds. I've 3 heart procedures this last year.... which caused me anxiety. In the first place.

I Got back on the workout wagon yesterday for the first time since my 2nd baby was born.

This time round I have my 1st baby (now a 40lb 3-year old) keeping me going!

And I even noticed an improvement today compared with yesterday.

Onwards and upwards!

back at it. 1st bike ride yesterday since August first when I fell and broke my ankle. 10 plus miles yesterday. Loving the 50 degree weather we are having in Iowa this week. Today I packed up the Christmas tree and decorations. Rode 6 miles climbed the Cordova tower (over 100 feet tall) and walked around Pella then walked for an hour to see the eagles below the Red Rock dam. Good day.

I ran my first Park Run! (And kept my first New Year's Resolution! )

I have always hated clothes shopping because I always underestimated my size and would get upset. I’ve been wearing my old clothes since I started losing weight. That was 80lbs ago. My best friend made the comment this past week that it was probably time to revamp my wardrobe and while I was terrified to go, I agreed. I’ve been wearing size 2X or 3X this whole time and she talked me into trying on an XL today. Y’all... it fit! I thought the first shirt was a freak accident, then the same with the second. On the third that I tried on, I lost it. I literally cried in the fitting room. 😭 Those were the happiest tears of my life! I haven’t been not shopping in the plus sized section since 2008.

dreinecke94 wrote: »

I have always hated clothes shopping because I always underestimated my size and would get upset. I’ve been wearing my old clothes since I started losing weight. That was 80lbs ago. My best friend made the comment this past week that it was probably time to revamp my wardrobe and while I was terrified to go, I agreed. I’ve been wearing size 2X or 3X this whole time and she talked me into trying on an XL today. Y’all... it fit! I thought the first shirt was a freak accident, then the same with the second. On the third that I tried on, I lost it. I literally cried in the fitting room. 😭 Those were the happiest tears of my life! I haven’t been not shopping in the plus sized section since 2008.

I’m so happy for you! I remember a fitting room moment when the sales lady asked me why I was trying on pants that were too big AND the wrong type of fit (curvy). That’s when I realized I had no clue what my new body looked like. It takes time. I’m glad you have a supportive friend!

I have SO MANY. And as I get closer to my goal weight it is important to focus on these more. I'm just amazed that with only 25lb loss I have gained so much more!!

1. I no longer avoid mirrors and cameras. This was a habit that I didn't even know I had started! But when the weight started coming off I was suddenly wanting to get in family pictures again and I was like...oh, I've been avoiding this without even realizing it!
2. I love clothes shopping now. I'm not completely to goal, but it is actually fun to walk into a dressing room and put on clothes. I am at a size I have never been in my adult life (or teenage for that matter) and it feels incredible!
3. I look forward to things like playing outside, park, soccer, etc. that before I would have just mildly enjoyed or been slightly worn out by.
4. I have grown to love the ache after a good workout - and the subsequent muscles that are starting to show!!
5. I am a relearning my body, like I can't sleep the same or sit the same because I have a little less padding, it's hilarious! I keep wanting to like turn to people and go - isn't this seat hard!?
6. I speak more confidently, I hate that I didn't feel as comfortable in my own skin before and I am so grateful I am taking better care of myself now and feel confident enough to poke fun at myself or share healthy eating tips or whatever

There are more but those one came to mind today 🤗