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10 months ago I could drive 6.3 miles.. now I run it.

mrmanmeat
mrmanmeat Posts: 1,968 Member
edited October 2024 in Success Stories
I just got done running 6.3 miles, with a time of 55:45. I ran 5 miles w/ out stopping and only walked about 1:20 worth. I must say, I'm deeply impressed with myself. I just kept running and running.

10 months ago I weighed 278lbs.
10 months ago I never would have done this.
10 months ago I would rather play call of duty.
10 months ago I could barely ride 1 mile on my bike.
10 months ago I would eat a few packs of candy a day.
10 months ago I wouldn't grocery shop and stay out of the middle isles.
10 months ago I would stay up late and drink.
10 months ago I would never be caught in just a medium dri-fit shirt at the gym/grocery store.
10 months ago I would never even cared about running, fitness or health.
10 months ago I wore xxl in AE shirts, 38 jeans, xl boxers, xl-xxl shirts, xl in north face gear & xl gloves.
10 months ago I didn't know what medium shirts being loose on me was about. 33 jeans. m gloves. m boxers. m t-shirts (L from hollister).

And now...

I haven't played call of duty in 8 months.
I haven't had any candy since Feb.
I don't stay up late and drink, except maybe 2-3 beers and midnight like last night with friends.
I wear my medium dri-fit's and they're a little loose.
I run, eat right, and care about being fit.
I rock all medium clothing, and should be a S in dri-fit if I want it tight.
I spend more a week in groceries than I ever thought possible.
I buy organic when I can, when it's truly organic.
I don't get out of bed for less than a 20 mile bike ride.
I now weigh, 198.5 as of my last weigh in. Today's pending.


I'm thankful for myself & my dedication, my mom for making me who I am, and my friends at MFP for pushing me. Most importantly, brittg7, for pushing me in running. I never would have ran 6.3 miles today without her pushing me.

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  • missamielou
    missamielou Posts: 83
    :flowerforyou: Congratulations to you!! That is a great achievement. I never used ot be able to run AT ALL. Last xmas I ran 10 miles with no training at all (Other than my usual gym and normal running per week). I'm sure you will agree that it feels amazing to have a body that is so capable! To me, although I want to look good. feeling good and knowing I am fit and healthy is more important and feels more of an achievement! I lvoe ho woyu have compared yourself with what you used to do to what you do now!!
  • flutterby6973
    flutterby6973 Posts: 50
    that is awesome! what an inspiration you are. thank you for sharing!!!!
  • boehle
    boehle Posts: 5,062 Member
    Amazing job! Keep it up!! :flowerforyou:
  • mrmanmeat
    mrmanmeat Posts: 1,968 Member
    Amazing job! Keep it up!! :flowerforyou:

    Right now I'm going to rest :D lol and cook thanksgiving for my family.
  • brittg7
    brittg7 Posts: 146 Member
    you are awesome babe!!!! congrats on your run time :) KILLED IT!!! enjoy today you rocked it out and enjoy eating...if you can lol :) MUAH
  • catherine4211
    catherine4211 Posts: 944 Member
    What an accomplishment!!!! Very motivating.
  • BenKnowsFitness
    BenKnowsFitness Posts: 451 Member
    Way to go. Your older self will thank your younger self for taking care of this early in life. I would like to go back and smack my younger self.
  • madameduffay
    madameduffay Posts: 166 Member
    I LOVE your subject line. Great work.
  • pixiesx3
    pixiesx3 Posts: 172 Member
    WAY TO GO! Thanks for the inspiration!
  • sallytx
    sallytx Posts: 43 Member
    Great job!!!!! it DOES feel fabulous to run.....seriously....good job!
  • gleechick609
    gleechick609 Posts: 544 Member
    Amazing success! 3 months ago, I couldn't run for 60 seconds without being out of breath and wanting to stop. Yesterday, I ran for 60 minutes, 4.25 miles down and didn't stop! It's a great feeling!
  • bbbgamer
    bbbgamer Posts: 582 Member
    Very good, congratulations! You are a great inspiration!
  • silvergurl518
    silvergurl518 Posts: 4,123 Member
    you're an inspiration! i love all those healthy changes ;)

    edit: a year ago, i couldn't run 1/4 mile without huffing and puffing. since then, i've run 3k, 5k, 8k, and 10k! races :)
  • MrsGreenTea703
    MrsGreenTea703 Posts: 300 Member
    Amazing story and truly inspirational! Thanks for sharing!
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