Old 02-19-13, 03:28 PM
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Originally Posted by cvall91
Well I fit the first part of losing weight, but not super fit. I went from 245 and am currently at 195. The skinniest I'll ever be (for my body type) is probably 180. The performance difference is night and day though. I went from crying after a 5 mile/9mph ride to riding almost 200 miles a week with each ride being at least 18 mph (flats help). Once I get to 180, I'll start building muscle as I don't want to look like Sir Brad. Haven't done a BMI or BF test though.

Oh and congrats
50 lbs is awesome progress! and I completely agree. when I started riding my MTB, I got winded after 3-4 miles. I just kept pushing forth.
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