Turtles Can Run

Today on DailyMile people shared their before  running and after photos.  So many people had incredible transformations.  It was so motivational and inspiring. Some of them have lost over a 100 pounds and are now great runners.

It really made me think of all the changes I’ve made in my life over the past two years.  It is mind boggling to think that I couldn’t even run a mile back then.  The thought of running 10 miles seemed unfathomable, I thought nobody just goes out and runs 10 miles and yet that is what I am running tomorrow.  And some of my friends on DailyMile  run close to that almost every day of the week.

When I started losing weight I set out to lose 50 pounds and have now lost 65.  I never thought I would be back down to this weight.  I have finally learned how to eat.  Now I know if I am a little more careful and actually follow the lessons I have learned  I can lose even more and be at a peak running weight.

I was also infused with a new level of confidence today.  If I’ve come this far in 2 years surely I can achieve my goals for this year.  I just need to keep plugging away, work hard and be consistent.

Thanks and congrats to all my friends out there who have changed their lives and shared their stories, you’ve given me a big boost today.  For those of you just starting out stick with it.  Eat less, cut out the junk (most of the time)  and move.  Set goals, challenge yourself, you’ll be surprised at what you can accomplish!

Here is the before and after pic I posted.  Hard to believe I was ever that woman.

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