Posted on March 26, 2015
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Sign in to CommentHard words to hear, but motivating to make positive changes in our lives. That's great that your doctor encouraged you to keep active, except on that one ankle. There was a guy at my gym who hobbled around on crutches for weeks but worked out regularly. I was impressed with his determination to keep working out. He did a lot of arm, chest, and ab exercises. I can't remember what else. I pray you have a speedy recovery. And, one other thought that popped into my head...do "they" say weight loss is 80% diet and 20% exercise, or something like that. Maybe focus on your daily food intake during these recuperating months.
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That would have completely crushed me. :-( Good job staying strong!
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We each have something that motivates us to get out of our rut and try at least a little harder to be kind to ourselves and our bodies...and to love ourselves enough to make those changes. Good going that you were already on the path. Don't let harsh words deter you.
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My doctor made sure that phrase was in ALL CAPS at the top of the first bloodwork I did with her back in October. It hurt to know how far I had let myself go, for sure. I used it as the cherry on top of the motivation I already had to get healthy - for my kids, my (as yet unborn) grand-kids, my wife, and anyone else who didn't want to see me do such damage to my body. The story certainly has a happy ending. I sit here 110 lbs. lighter than I was at my heaviest, just about five months ago. I know it's a lifelong process, but I'm committed to getting better every day! Juli - I urge you to look how far you've come since your lowest point! You're on the upward trend, and it won't be long until that phrase will be a distant memory. Keep moving forward!!
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This really hit home for me especially since I just had surgery and those were the words I kept hearing. It does hurt but it was definitely motivating. I don't think I could have lost the 40lbs I've lost so far if those words hadn't hurt the way they did. Sometimes the hurt is for the best! Thanks for sharing!
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