Bradderfield Posted July 21, 2015 Report Share Posted July 21, 2015 Since November of last year (2014), I knew I had to do something or I would reach 400. I started walking and eating a little less, sometimes skipping dinner. That helped shrink my stomach I guess, I don't need to eat as much anymore. Fast forward to today, 7-21-2015. I weigh 311lbs. I just finished Week 1 Day 1 strong. I've been apprehensive about running at this size, hearing rumors about permanent damage to knees and ankles... what running tips are there for someone like me? Thanks for reading, -Bradderfield Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TrishE Posted July 21, 2015 Report Share Posted July 21, 2015 Wow congrats on the great start to your healthier lifestyle when someone starts any kind of exercise program I always tell them if theyre apprehensive about their health that they should talk to their doctor if you can. Most of the time they can tell you how best to proceed if you have concerns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KellyAnn Posted July 22, 2015 Report Share Posted July 22, 2015 Hi there Bradderfield, Welcome on here. Congrats for starting amd you can do it!! Good luck!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bradderfield Posted July 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2015 Thanks for the support! Last time I visited a physician, they said I was at risk for all sorts of things, from heart disease to diabeties... At the time I wasn't too worried. I had already lost my first 20 lbs. Today, 7-23-2015, was Week 1 Day 2 for me. After my run I got on the scale... 308.4! There's a zero in the middle! Hell yeah! My fiancé and I estimate that by next week I will reach the 299 milestone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TrishE Posted July 24, 2015 Report Share Posted July 24, 2015 Oh wow! Thats amazing!!! Keep it up :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kaliayn Posted July 24, 2015 Report Share Posted July 24, 2015 That's terrific! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bradderfield Posted July 26, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 26, 2015 I have just completed week 1! Thanks for rooting for me you guys, it means quite a lot. My fiancé is proud of me for running through all of the 60 second intervals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shera10000 Posted July 28, 2015 Report Share Posted July 28, 2015 Excellent - well done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bradderfield Posted July 31, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 31, 2015 Today is week2 day3 been killin' it so far. Running through my intervals strong. Down to 306, losing at a healthy pace. Not long now before I'm below 300! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjmack Posted July 31, 2015 Report Share Posted July 31, 2015 Good for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura F Posted August 1, 2015 Report Share Posted August 1, 2015 Oh my goodness! This is so wonderful!!! Congratulations and thank you for being an inspiration!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura F Posted August 1, 2015 Report Share Posted August 1, 2015 Oh! About the knees, I've been told the right shoe makes all the difference. Find a running store that can measure and test which shoe/orthodic is best for you Ohmannuel 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KellyAnn Posted August 1, 2015 Report Share Posted August 1, 2015 Absolotuley incredible. Love to see this in the morning. Keep it up!!! Cheering you on!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bradderfield Posted August 25, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 25, 2015 UPDATE: It's been a while folks! I just completed WEEK 5 DAY 2 BABY! The 8 min running sections were surprisingly less difficult than I thought. They were over before I felt like dying haha. I am able to power through the stitch in my side towards the end of my runs, I know how to soldier on and today I weigh 295!! I've lost 81 pounds so far...the journey continues! I will also be updating more often for everyone, thank you all for the support! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Determined Motherof3 Posted August 25, 2015 Report Share Posted August 25, 2015 This is awesome and encouraging! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorking Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 Amazing story! Keep it up!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 Planning on starting tomorrow or Monday, and this is very encouraging, keep up the great work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetGirl Posted August 28, 2015 Report Share Posted August 28, 2015 You're an inspiration! Im starting week 1 day 3 and I can see this working for me, too. My top weight was 245 and I'm currently at 224 and (hopefully) dropping. I've also joined a gym where my best friend works as a trainer, so she's been giving me tips on circuit training. I look forward to hearing more about your success! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ohmannuel Posted August 28, 2015 Report Share Posted August 28, 2015 I love this! I had to convince myself to run day two because my calf muscles were sore, hearing your story and the fortitude you have is inspiring! Someone mentioned it but I read about shoes a lot!!! is there a running store around you? I hear that some track your strike and recommend a shoe based on how you run. That sounds like a good place to start. Determined Motherof3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angie75 Posted August 30, 2015 Report Share Posted August 30, 2015 Congrats to you on your success.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4myhealth Posted September 7, 2015 Report Share Posted September 7, 2015 Today is Day 1 week 1 for me and I need to lose 50 lbs. thank you for sharing your journey! So inspiring! Excited to hear your journey as I change my own. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hc89osu93 Posted September 12, 2015 Report Share Posted September 12, 2015 congratulations!!! Keep on movin'! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KellyAnn Posted September 28, 2015 Report Share Posted September 28, 2015 SOOOO proud of all of you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susie Q Posted October 2, 2015 Report Share Posted October 2, 2015 I just got a gym membership & this app~ I haven't started yet but I'm excited to, especially after reading your comments Bradderfield! I've really let mysel go & amm the heaviest I've ever been, pushing 300#. I feel my weight affecting every part of my body~ I'm always achy, sore & tired. Figured I'd rather be sore & tired from exercising instead of because I'm obese & lethargic. Time to get my groove back! Thanks for sharing & being an inspiration Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KellyAnn Posted October 2, 2015 Report Share Posted October 2, 2015 SOOOO Happy for you. You can start a Journal post and I can move this to there if you would like? Proud of you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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