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2009-09-14 9:55 AM

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Last September I weighed 225 lbs. Being 6'0" and having a very small bone structure I was seriously overweight. In October I bought a bike and couldn't ride two miles without thinking I was going to pass out.  With the help of all of you on BT I just completed my first season of triathlons. In June and July I finished two sprints and yesterday got through an olympic distance event. I currently weight 155, have lost 9 inches off my waist and am easily in the best shape of my life. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE HERE. From those veterans who have inspired and educated me about this sport to the other newbies who have come alongside and motivated me. Thank you!!!

2009-09-14 10:35 AM
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Not that I take any credit but CONGRATULATIONS!
2009-09-14 10:40 AM
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2009-09-14 11:04 AM
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Hello

Good job.

Stand tall & you dont have to suck in your gut for a picture! 

Feels Good

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2009-09-14 1:39 PM
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Nice job!!!
2009-09-14 1:44 PM
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CONGRATS, you did good.

2009-09-14 1:47 PM
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You are an inspiration for those of us still on the road. Thanks for letting us see a success story.
2009-09-14 1:58 PM
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You are an inspiration to all of us Keep it up
2009-09-14 2:09 PM
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Great job and thank you for sharing your success.  It inspires people like me that are trying to lose weight and get back in shape.  Thanks again.
2009-09-14 2:58 PM
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Here is a before and after:




2009-09-15 12:14 PM
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Dang goisles,

I am pretty sure I saw you at the OLY on Sunday.  My son and I were walking to my truck and I saw your shorts.  I thought they said "BT" but I was starting to get very tired.  I waved but you were talking to someone so I don't believe you saw me. 

Congrats on your weight loss.  I started at 235 and got down to around 225-230 when I started training at the end of July.  I competed Sunday at 213/214.  I'm hoping to compete at 185 - 190 next season.

2009-09-15 12:26 PM
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Man, that's a phenomenal accomplishment.  And, I mean both with the weight loss AND the sprints and olympic in your first year. 

I will also note that child number 74 in that picture will appreciate it later because of your successes this year.

2009-09-15 12:27 PM
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goisles26 - 2009-09-14 3:58 PM
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WOW!! A huge congrats on your accomplishment! Same awesome smile in both pics......but the second one is not beer induced but endorphin induced!
2009-09-15 1:24 PM
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Pector: sorry I missed your wave, I always love meeting other BT'ers. I must have been talking to my wife or mother at that time. 
2009-09-15 3:45 PM
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(I can't take any credit either, but)

CONGRATULATIONS !!
2009-09-15 3:50 PM
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goisles26 - 2009-09-14 3:58 PM
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Wow he had enough extra mass he went through some kind of mitosis and became two people.

Seriously thoug man - you rock.  Great work on the lifestyle/fitness change.

2009-09-15 4:07 PM
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That's AWESOME.  You should be very proud of your transformation and I am sure your family is as well.


Steve

ETA...Your picture did remind me that I have some Sam Adams Octoberfest in the fridge getting cold. 




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2009-09-15 4:11 PM
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Meh, 25 pounds of that weight loss came from the haircut and shave. Not that impressive.



Just kidding, of course. Congrats, and may you find continued success with your new lifestyle.
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