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I donated blood after almost 8 yrs! BP and diabetes took a toll on my health and I had lost my track. Now, after having lost over 40 lbs, my BP and sugar levels are 'pretty normal'. Yay! Feels good when you contribute something to the society.

Yesterday I ran 15 km in an event conducted to spread awareness on autism. This was my first ever run over 10 km. I was able to do it in 1:49:49. A few months ago, I could barely run for over 30 seconds. Yay!! :smiley:

So far clocked 79.59 miles (biking, jogging, walking). 20 more to go!

I did 8 miles yesterday, albeit in a walk-run-walk fashion. I was slow but crossed the line in under 2 hrs. That was an awesome experience: to surprise yourself by successfully pushing your limits.

I ran 5k in 28 mins. My first sub30 feat. Am glad.

I had my hba1c tested again. It now stands at 5.4%. This is considered normal. Running and weights training are helping me out. :)

I ran my second 10k yesterday in 70mins. I was deliberately slow, but resolved to run the entire stretch. And, I did. I was very proud of myself. My next target is to shave off a few minutes from it.

I ran my first 10k.....did it in 68mins.... As a teenage kid I limped coa of rheumatic fever. Now I could run 10k non stop. It was an overwhelming experience.

Yesterday, I cycled 40 km (~25 miles). My longest, and the best so far.

I cycled around the neighborhood for over 90mins without getting exhausted.

I feared starting month 2 of Insanity. I drew inspiration from Marcus Luttrell's book, Lone Survivor. And, started my Month 2. Yesterday I did Max Int Circuit, and today Max Int Plyo. Survived.

I cycled around the neighborhood for an hour. Haven't had done that since college.

Congratulations!!!! That's awesome.

Today marks my '50 day streak'. My longest and the best one so far. yay!

Congrats all.... nice work. I am on my 4th of Insanity now..... I call up my family and tell them what I am up to of late....... My sis, who just gave birth to a baby, has started to do Ellen Barrett's Power Walk .... Good to know that my family too is trying to stay healthy.

I generally wear 40" jeans.... After almost a month of Insanity - I accidentally picked up a pair of 34" jeans... Voila! It was a near fit! I never had one in my entire adult life!! Yay!

^^Congratulations!! Great work - both of you! I am on Week 2 of Insanity. After Week 1, I have lost over 4 lbs and an inch off my waist. Yay! :)

Thanks! Yes, indeed. Am very pleased with the report. Will see what my doc says. :smile:

^^Thank you :)

I am a diabetic. This morning, I gave my blood sample for HbA1C test. Surprisingly, my glycated hemoglobin was at 5.3%. And, this is considered 'normal'. Its time to visit my doc again! Yay! :smile:

W5D1 - Done! Legs are sore, but there is a sense of accomplishment. :smile:

W2D1 - Done! Post that I tried running a km. Could do it comfortably. Phew!! :)

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yeah.... so many new faces.. its good............ welcome to the desi group! cheers!`

After P90X, I tried Beast Body for only a week. I could 'feel' the difference, though it was very minimal. I personally found that better than P90X. Just my humble opinion though. Now I want to do it all the way and complete my first round. I can't be like them in 3 months time, given my BF% ;) but can definitely improve…

Am in! I love Body Beast. I am obese but have lost over 35 lbs doing P90X. Now I want to try Body Beast and get back in shape. Cheers!

Hi Vijay, This is Avi. Welcome aboard! Sent you FR. Cheers! Avi

Yeah. Moderation is the key. Start with a baby-step approach. Good luck!

Hey People! (whoohoo.. a guy from Pak too... welcome aboard, bro!! - well........I am least bothered about what happens in Delhi and Islamabad) Coming back - I've lost over 15 KG in the last 1 yr or so. It was a nice journey. It still is. I'll post the pics later. If I say I am a Southie, should I sing and dance whenever I…