My biggest personal accomplishment!

The biggest personal accomplishment that I achieved with the help of running is losing over 100 lbs. I went through some personal issues in 2009 and told myself that I had to put myself first, that I wouldn't be any good to anybody else unless I took care of myself. I changed the way I eat and I started exercising. Eventually I started running and found out how much I love it. So far I've run in several 5 Ks (PR 24:10), a ten mile race (1:36:04 PR) and two half marathons (1:56:19 PR). There is no stopping me now!

That is so awesome - I love hearing these stories. I live in a community where Type II Diabetes is rampant - I use my running to set a good example for my students.

Keep up the good work! You sound like you are ready for a marathon!!!

WOW !!!! Thats Fantastic..I kinda know what ya mean because a year ago last January I was at three hundred lbs. started walking and when I started loosing the weight the energy was unreal.. and walking didnt work anymore.. so started running.. not as fast as you but.. its cool to find someone thats been down that road... oh.. I have lost 85 lbs. sofar.. and lovin it.. emily is right.. you are ready!!! GOOD JOB !!! look forward to hearing more.