Comments on: 2008 in review

By: Greg

Greg — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 12:51:18 +0000

It sounds as if we started in similar places. When I first started running several years ago, I couldn’t even run a mile, and within 8 months had completed my first (and only) half marathon. You’ve progressed way beyond that, and should be proud of your results.

Its amazing to me how running can become so addictive. Before I started to run regularly, when I heard people talk about a “runners high,” I thought they must have been on drugs. Now I can understand it better.

Congragulations! Sounds like 2009 will be a great year for you.

By: Bob Allen

Bob Allen — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 02:48:11 +0000

Sounds like a good year to me, especially the weight loss, even if you did slip a bit at the end of the year (I did, too). I'm still not to where half-marathons are a "stroll in the park" -- maybe this year. Bob Allens last blog post..Totally NRR: SUMO Paint

By: Steve v4.7

Steve v4.7 — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 15:44:52 +0000

Absolutely inspiring and an excellent foundation for 2009. You're going to have a great year. Steve v4.7s last blog post..(Day 577 / -154 lbs.) I do Believe I’m On The Eve of Disruption

By: Jeff

Jeff — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 17:22:13 +0000

A truly remarkable year for you, Andrew. Congratulations. Seems like this "almost there" weight thing is a bit contageous. How about we break through that wall together, eh? Looking forward to an even more remarkable 2009. Jeffs last blog post..Looking Forward, Looking Back

By: Susanna

Susanna — Thu, 01 Jan 2009 15:37:32 +0000

At the beginning of 2008, you could not run? What you have accomplished over the year is amazing. I am encouraged and highly motivated!

Thank you!

I am sure you and your wife will have a wonderful 2009. My best wishes to you.

By: Cammy

Cammy — Thu, 01 Jan 2009 02:35:57 +0000

An AMAZING year for you, Andrew! Well-played! I know that whatever goals you choose for 2009, you will put your whole heart into achieving them. (Except for some possible holiday lapses, which is at it should be. *G*) Happy New Year! Cammys last blog post..Back from Oblivion

By: John's Weight Loss Blog

John's Weight Loss Blog — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 13:40:47 +0000

Really awesome year Andrew, good luck to all of us in 2009! John's Weight Loss Blogs last blog post..Favorite Posts of 2008

By: Tony

Tony — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 04:23:08 +0000

Congrats Andrew . You are very inspiring. I hope I’ll be able to run like you one day. Happy New Years.

Tonys last blog post..Holiday Cuisine, Asian Style

By: Melanie

Melanie — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 03:08:54 +0000

Wow. You’ve had an incredible year! Congrats on exceeding your goals, and looking forward to watching your progress through ‘09! Happy New Year to you and yours

Melanies last blog post..I got my swag!

By: david h.

david h. — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 01:41:12 +0000

Great year with even greater things to come in 2009!

By: Kristy

Kristy — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 22:03:38 +0000

20 kg's lost in a year is fantastic Andrew. You should be so proud and must feel so much better as well. Kristys last blog post..Things

By: Amanda

Amanda — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 21:50:47 +0000

The end of the year is definitely a defined point to relfect, but like you noted you had some milestones along the way (100lbs!!) that I'm sure gave you time to pause think about how great you'd done Amandas last blog post..Like a hot poker in the eye

By: Aaron

Aaron — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 21:24:13 +0000

Good work! You should set a challeging goal for the 10km run auckland series. Aarons last blog post..A lake and two bridges

By: Paul

Paul — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 20:03:26 +0000

My word. 40 miles a week. A half-marathon. Very nice! It sounds like you've had a great year overall! Way to go. Pauls last blog post..Ready or Not, Here Comes '09

By: Michel

Michel — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 18:42:47 +0000

I’Ve lost about 15 lbs since September and also did my first 13.1 run. I’ve decided to train for a marathon in May 2009 and it’ll be nice to run for the sake of training instead of burning calories.
Keep up the good work, I’ll bookmark you and visit once in a while. I’m debating whether to start my own blog. LOL I’ve started a few fitness programs and it might help me stick to them and inspire others if post the progress.
Happy New Year and may you accomplish lots!

By: Dave

Dave — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 17:23:31 +0000

I need to blog a wrapup myself. Great job on the mileage this year. I can't belive that you are running 40 miles a week. Wow!! You really pumped it up towards the end of the year. You obviously know your own body, but you don't look a bit pudgy. Remember sometimes it's inches, not weight. I know what you mean about falling into bad habits again. Holidays are such a tough time to maintain good eating habits. Daves last blog post..Mini Vacation

By: suzee

suzee — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 15:21:25 +0000

Thanks for your comment on my blog, Andrew - it's great to find yours. Sounds like we're in similar phases of our running development, but you're getting to run longer runs in MUCH more beautiful spots than me! Love the photos. suzees last blog post..2008 Wrap Up

By: suzanne

suzanne — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 14:29:12 +0000

I'm so impressed to see how far you have come in a year!! Here's to another great year for you and your wife!! suzannes last blog post..I went for a walk....

By: Chris Kelly

Chris Kelly — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 14:06:38 +0000

First, allow me to compliment you on the quality of your blog.

I really enjoy your informative and accessible style and t takes courage to document such a personal process. In a similar spirit, I maintain a health and fitness blog (http://yourspotter.wordpress.com) intended to provide easy to understand fitness and nutrition info for long term weightloss.

I feel my readers would benefit from your work and I would welcome the opportunity to swap links. Please feel free to check out my blog at and contact me for further details. Thanks again and I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Best,

Chris Kelly
The Spotter
http://yourspotter.wordpress.com

By: Alexia

Alexia — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 13:24:42 +0000

You are an inspiration! I never even thought about running and now I can run 5k nonstop and am training for a marathon. So a big thank you to you for sharing your journey! I look forward to the day when I can announce I lost 100#, too! Alexias last blog post..Biggest Loser Blog Edition final results! How’d I do?