I've been lurking for a bit...finally decided to register and now post. I have only lost a little bit (well, really just the 8 pounds I gained when I embarked on this journey...) but I HAVE made progress. When I first decided to start walking back in February, I could barely make it around my friend's neighborhood (one mile), walking, without having to stop to breathe or undo a cramp or chest pain....I thought I would literally DIE! This past Saturday, I registered for a 5K run/walk. I figured I would give it a shot, probably take me an hour to an hour and a half....my plan was to simply complete it. I was in the restroom when they started the race, so I had to jog a bit just to catch up, seeing how I was dead last and all... Once I caught up to the farthest-back walkers, I found a nice, comfy walking pace....and I finished! Not only did I NOT come in last, my time was just a hair under 53 minutes!!! Now, I know to those who run, that doesn't sound like a big deal, but to me....it IS! Just had to tell that...thanks for reading!

That's great! Health improvements are so important, and you're doing it!

That is awesome! You should be so proud of yourself. One more day in the win column!

Nice job! I've only ever done a 5K of walking leisurely.. but having the courage to sign up for a race like that is inspiring! I hope to be able to do that sometime soon.