Going from overweight and unhealthy to actually taking care of myself

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3w ago1 min read

About a year and a half ago I realized my 4 year old asked me why I couldn't run with him. That hit different. Started small, just walks around the block. Now I'm down 45 pounds, hit the gym 4 times a week, and I actually enjoy it. Gained confidence, gained energy, my back doesn't hurt anymore. Lost my excuse making, lost the crutch of fast food. Lost some friends who only wanted to hang out at bars. But gained a son who wants to play tag and doesn't get winded. That's the real win.

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RRexRegular3w ago

This is real motivation right here. My kids have definitely noticed I've gotten slower over the years. Started running more consistently because of them.

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NNathanNew Dad3w ago

That moment when your kid calls you out for being out of shape hits different. Good on you for actually making the change. A year and a half is solid progress. How are things now?

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PPhilRegular3w ago

That's the kind of wake up call that actually sticks. Way to turn it into something positive for you and your family.

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