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Ran my first 5k on Sunday



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I finished my first 5k this past weekend! The race was for Challenge Obesity and it was cool to run alongside other runners who had lost 100+ lbs. Crazy to think that 1 1/2 years ago I couldn't even walk 2 blocks without being completely winded. I'm so grateful for my health and just wanted to share.

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That's fantastic.....I'm in the same boat as you.... a little over 2 years ago I was out of breath carrying groceries into the house...

The lap Band is GREAT!!!!! And IT WORKS!

(it's 5 am and I'm off to the gym to do my daily running)

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So awesome! Congrats to you!!

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wow congrats to you .. thats on my list to do too once I loose a few more LBS!

You Rock!!

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Congratulations on such an amazing accomplishment!

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omg that's amazing!! You look great and I'm sure you feel great! Truly an inspiration I would love to be able to complete a 5k one day.. I'm working towards it!

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Wow! You are amazing! What an inspiration!!!

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Thank you all!! Means more than you know. We are all in this together.

I never thought I would live an active lifestyle, much less enjoy it. The band has truly changed my life. :)

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That is great!!!! What an inspiration.

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That's incredible! Congrats

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Great Job, I can't wait to get there.

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Congrats! what an inspiration....great job!

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Thanks guys!!

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WOW !! Congratulations !!

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