My 1st NSV -please, don't laugh!

ImaKnitter67
ImaKnitter67 Posts: 42
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I'm old and fat. It has been a while since I could cut my own toenails without a big struggle. But today I did! Eleven weeks on MFP and 9 lbs lost (a lot off my belly) and I was able to bend over and reach my toes. *red in the face & embarrassed* It's a biggie to me.
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  • cannonsky
    cannonsky Posts: 850 Member
    I think it's important to get excited about little things like that! So here's to be able to paint your toe nails next time :drinker:
  • jenniejengin
    jenniejengin Posts: 784 Member
    keep up the good work.
  • BabeedollB
    BabeedollB Posts: 161 Member
    WTG!!!
  • beckijay29
    beckijay29 Posts: 16
    Well done, that's great news :)
  • ElizaRoche
    ElizaRoche Posts: 2,005 Member
    thats a great NSV!!
  • SabrinaJL
    SabrinaJL Posts: 1,579 Member
    I agree with cannonsky. I was thrilled when it became easier to paint my toenails/shave my legs/tie my shoes/etc... :)
  • nicholettebell
    nicholettebell Posts: 414
    Awesome NSV!!
  • bregalad5
    bregalad5 Posts: 3,965 Member
    One of my first NSVs was being able to tie my shoes without holding my breath, so I totally understand! Awesome job, and keep up the good work!!
  • kdeaux1959
    kdeaux1959 Posts: 2,675 Member
    Hey, I've been there. I had a miserable time cutting my toenails when I first started... I won't say it is super easy now but it is much more doable... I used to wear velcro shoes simply because they were easier to fasten and I did not get out of breath tying them... Now I wear mostly laces (though I still like velcro shoes.. just don't own any right now)... Congrats... Really this IS a biggie.
  • vestarocks
    vestarocks Posts: 420 Member
    That's when I knew it was time to do something; when I stopped breathing while I bent over to tie my shoes, paint my toenails etc. It's the little things like that that I notice and smile. Not many people would understand the little victories.
  • Flab2fitfi
    Flab2fitfi Posts: 1,349 Member
    Fantastic - i know what you mean ( it was one of my wake up calls). well done on the hard work.
  • abberbabber
    abberbabber Posts: 972 Member
    My mom is in that same kind of place, so I can sort of relate. Congratulations and here's to many more NSVs, both small and big! :drinker:
  • casslynn298
    casslynn298 Posts: 13
    That is great! I have to celebrate every little change in my body. It keeps me motivated. Be proud of yourself!
  • HelloSweetie4
    HelloSweetie4 Posts: 1,214 Member
    One of my first NSVs was being able to tie my shoes without holding my breath, so I totally understand! Awesome job, and keep up the good work!!

    same here!
  • hadesflame
    hadesflame Posts: 93 Member
    It's a great feeling when you can do something like that again! I would never laugh at something like that. Keep up the great work!! :bigsmile:
  • ImaKnitter67
    ImaKnitter67 Posts: 42
    I never expected so many great messages of support! Thank you all. I cried for happy. BTW, I'm 67, 5 ft. nuthin' and currently 159.
  • paulwgun
    paulwgun Posts: 439 Member
    Ive been there, and even now when i finish spin class and everyone else bends down to stretch there hamstrings i still cant reach the floor but im getting there but i have had a NSV past couple of days ......after class i use the steam room and lift my leg up on the bench and try and reach with my hand towards my ankle past couple of days ive been able to reach my big toe

    Keep at it and well done !!!!!!
  • newgrandma2011
    newgrandma2011 Posts: 17
    :flowerforyou: Way to go !!!!!!!!!! That is really great !!!!!! :flowerforyou:
  • sbb7249
    sbb7249 Posts: 44 Member
    Great job! Every accomplishment is worth celebrating!
  • Nickiii_123
    Nickiii_123 Posts: 134 Member
    Are you kidding? That's a GREAT NSV! Good job and keep up the good work :)
  • mamabosha
    mamabosha Posts: 22
    Way to go. I know what you mean. Feels great, doesn't it.
  • bethb03
    bethb03 Posts: 96
    Ok, I'll show my ignorance and go ahead and ask... what does "nsv" stand for? :blushing:
    And I don't think that's a small thing at all! I was sitting in the chair in my living room today and thinking to myself I'll sure be glad when I can sit in a chair and it not look like I'm half reclining just because I'm so fat I can't sit back all the way in the chair! Anyone else know what I'm talking about?
  • BJPCraig
    BJPCraig Posts: 417 Member
    That is NOTHING to be embarrassed about! Any victory, no matter how small, is STILL a victory! Congrats and keep up the good work!
  • scorpiomfs
    scorpiomfs Posts: 167 Member
    I definatly know what you mean. There was a time i could not put my leg over another leg to put on my socks. I had to put my feet on a chair. Now i can bend my legs and put on my socks. I think all these little steps keep us going.This nsv is the first of many. Today i went to get dressed and saw this pair of brown pants in my closet and thought hmm lets see if they fit. They did they are a 22, I was wearing a 26. My 24's were getting lose so it figures .
  • sjwhite7
    sjwhite7 Posts: 86 Member
    Great NSV (non-scale victory)! I wouldn't laugh at all.. My first NSV was not struggling to do the (reach around) technique in the bathroom. LOL if ya know what I mean. Little things like that can be bigger victories than the scale because you actually feel the changes in those little achievements. When things used to be a struggle and no longer are, thats when you know how much healthier you are becoming! Great Job, keep it up!
  • traceywaugh
    traceywaugh Posts: 144
    yeah go you:smile:
  • kazhowe
    kazhowe Posts: 340 Member
    Fabulous!!!!
  • mzhokie
    mzhokie Posts: 349 Member
    I hear ya.... when I first clued in that I was crossing my legs more and not getting uncomfortable... that got me excited. :)

    My uncle use to tell us to cut your toenails over the toilet so you flush the cut off parts down the drain. Just an FYI!
  • joyce1129
    joyce1129 Posts: 62 Member
    That is a HUGE NSV! Congratulations; this will be the first of many!
  • soulynyc
    soulynyc Posts: 302 Member
    that is wonderful. i've lost 11 lbs and NOTHING has budged LOL.. it's nice to see milestones!!!

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