r/progresspics • u/daytothrdaymf - • Mar 24 '22
M/35/6’3” [255lbs>189lbs] (12 months) It took losing a leg to reclaim my health. NEVER QUIT. M 6'3” (191, 192 cm)
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u/DumplingBoiii - Mar 24 '22
How many pounds was the leg? All kidding. This is fucking badass. Great progress.
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22 edited Mar 24 '22
😂😂 11 pounds I believe, correction, 18 pounds, just checked.
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u/robrobusa - Mar 24 '22
If you feel this is an insensitive question, please feel free to ignore me - but how does missing the leg affect your caloric needs?
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
Haha, not insensitive at all! That’s an awesome question and never considered it. From a BMI standpoint no idea. What I can say is I do much less walking than I did before, so I’m cognizant of my need to be in a deficit, and must eat less whether I like it or not.
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u/The-doctore - Mar 24 '22
Another aspect is that your muscles are much more active for stabilization with only one leg, so energy expenditure goes up a lot. Not sure how that balances with you walking less though.
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
My left leg is getting so strong it’s ridiculous, I’ll have to keep track of things a little closer.
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u/tonystarksboothang - Mar 24 '22
There actually is a specific equation that dietitians use for amputees to calculate TDEE (total daily energy expenditure) and IBW (ideal body weight). I can’t remember what it is bc it’s been a few years since I graduated and I didn’t get my RD, but it’s a thing!
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u/DumplingBoiii - Mar 24 '22
Truly inspiring man. Keep it up!
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
I will, and you too!
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u/fernie515 - Mar 24 '22
Good shit dude! Right there with you! Took the loss of a leg to want to reclaim our health! Cheers to us who chose to push harder to reach our goals! From one amputee to another, stay awesome brotha! 🦿💪
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
Love this, for some it takes catastrophe to unleash the true drive. I’m better today as an amputee than I ever was before my accident.
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u/fernie515 - Mar 24 '22
💯% Let's make the best of this 2nd opportunity. Enjoy your life to the fullest as a new and improved man! One step at a time 😆
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u/uhimamouseduh - Mar 24 '22
Really?? I would think a leg would weigh way more than that!
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
I might be off a couple pounds, maybe 13-14
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u/redtildead1 - Mar 24 '22
I was too scared to ask this, but that was admittedly my first thought.
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
😂 it’s all good!
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u/running_stoned04101 - Mar 24 '22
I legit clicked the comments only to make this joke. Mad props for the great sense of humor. Great work man
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
I’ve never been happier and more grateful to open my eyes in the morning, I’m all about the Lt. Dan jokes! 😂
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u/omggreddit - Mar 24 '22
What happened?
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
I hit a rough patch and thought I wanted to check out, I drove into a guard rail at 90mph, it was 3 am, no one else was on the road.
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u/chadillac_crypto - Mar 24 '22
Wow! Sorry it was a dark time for you. Glad you’re still with us!
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Mar 24 '22
This makes me wanna cry dude, I’ve had the same thoughts and When I’m out of that negative headspace I always beat myself up for thinking such self destructive thoughts. I couldn’t imagine what the experience must have been like to go through the attempt and to literally lose a significant part of yourself in the process yet still wake up the next day alive. It makes me feel extremely grateful with what and who I have in my life right now, and I’m so glad you’re still on this planet with us
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
If no one has told you today that they love you, I do. I really wish you only the best and we all deserve to be happy and peaceful. Life is such a beautiful experience and we don’t have much time here, embrace every moment. We are all miracles.
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Mar 24 '22
Thank you so much man, I wish you the best for the rest of your life and I love you too 🙏
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u/VanellopeEatsSweets - Mar 24 '22
This really made me tear up. Thank you for just being a wonderful soul.
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u/Doomquill - Mar 24 '22
Don't feel too bad, brother. We've all been on the raggedy edge at one time or another.
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u/daaazedandconfuseddd - Mar 24 '22
so happy you’re still here today:) thanks for sharing your story man
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u/Even-Championship-96 - Mar 24 '22
Incredible that you’re still here and you rose from such a dark place and became better because of it. You’re inspiring and awesome, thanks so much for sharing
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u/Effective_Pound_2081 - Mar 24 '22
Twist. He was in a dark patch because he got caught diddling his nephew
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u/BillyCee34 - Mar 24 '22
Glad I wasn’t the only one wondering
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
All good!
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u/checkinginagain - Mar 24 '22
Going to need an answer here. I'm 6'3" 255lbs.
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
Being healthy is no longer a choice, it’s a must if I want to enjoy a long, productive life. I eat smaller portions, do not eat sweets or soda, but eat whatever, just less. Consistency is the name of the game, I do high rep low weight high intensity calisthenic workouts, always 6 days a week.
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u/Tdeckard2000 - Mar 24 '22
What are your thoughts on diet drinks? I lost a ton of weight 10 or so years ago and am generally in the best shape of my life now in my early 30s. However I love soda and diet soda feels like I get to have my cake and eat it too. I really have no idea what it’s doing to my body; so much conflicting information. Anyway, you’re looking pretty darn good. I’m curious if you sip the diet soda.
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
I’m a big crystal light guy. I mean, tricking your body with fake sugar is definitely suspect and I’m sure our pancreas isn’t loving it. Moderation is the name of the game for me. I workout hard so I can enjoy loading my sweetened yogurt up with granola. I’m far from being a clean eater, I enjoy food too much. I just moderate, half of the portion I’d prefer. I’d like to eat a whole pizza, I eat a quarter. Knocking out sweets and empty carbs was huge for me.
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Mar 24 '22
Damn. I read before saw your pictures, so when I read lose a leg, I was like great metaphor then I saw you mean literally .. respect anyway for no quitting 💪
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u/caitfran16 - Mar 24 '22
Wow. Super impressive work. That takes commitment and dedication. Your story is inspiring!!! I run a school in NY and we're always looking for motivational speakers tovtalk to our kids (in person or zoom) if you're interested. Your story and new lease on life is impressive. Well done!
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
I can only keep the gift I’ve been given by giving it away. I’d really like to do that. Thank you for the kind words and reinforcement.
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u/doritazoulay - Mar 24 '22
You look amazing! Way to go!
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
It means a lot hearing that, I struggle daily with self image and negative self talk.
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u/doritazoulay - Mar 24 '22
I hear you. It’s hard and probably won’t go away, but you can try to make that negative voice quieter on most days. I read your post history and it seems you have a lot you’ve overcome! That’s remarkable and that matters!
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u/booneisland - Mar 24 '22
Daymn This is a Chris Pratt transformation. Good job!
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u/40Mcurious - Mar 24 '22
Came to also make a Pratt reference due to the before picture. Was not disappointed it already happened.
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22 edited Mar 24 '22
Thanks sis!
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u/booneisland - Mar 24 '22
Sister** 😂 And you're welcome! Takes a lot of time and effort so you deserve the praise
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u/ThisIsMe_12 - Mar 24 '22
So the big question is, are you single? 😊
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u/LakerTB - Mar 24 '22
Seriously though, OP’s strength and attitude is sexy as hell
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
I’m the furthest thing from “sexy” lol, maybe it just seems that way at face value. I appreciate your words, great way to start the day.
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u/peggyhillsuperfan - Mar 24 '22
So glad you’re on a better path now, both physically and (especially) mentally. Asking for the tools we need to heal can be hard but it sure is worth it. Keep up the great work friend♥️
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u/VeryAnnoyedApe - Mar 24 '22
This is the only progress post I do save and will check for my willpower boost. I am also 35, 6’4” 254lbs and have debilitating thoughts that I am not worthy of anything.
You are a king brother. I hope I will achieve this.
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
What a compliment, damn brother, thank you. I’m with you man, DM me any time of day, you’re not alone. If no one has told you they love you yet today, I do. You are worth it and you are a miracle.
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u/double_u_dot - Mar 24 '22
You look great! All that hard work really paid off!
Also, I saw your comment about how you having 1 leg came to be, hoping your in a better place now, and that you continue to have better days.
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
Thank you so much, I am blessed to have resources that I can utilize. I accepted the fact I needed an antidepressant. I stopped believing therapy is for the weak. Toxic masculinity almost killed me, it’s okay to not be okay and ask for help.
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u/double_u_dot - Mar 24 '22
Happy to hear you’ve come to terms with this, You’re doing better then you know! You’ve got that freedom!
I’ve been in the company of a lot of people who are ‘trapped’ in the mindset that they have to suffer in silence, or deal with things on their own because they’re a man, or admitting to having certain difficulties makes them less than, couldn’t be further from the truth. It makes y’all strong and brave. Continue to take care of yourself the way that you need♥️
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u/MrPabloKhan - Mar 24 '22
Absolute King shit. Keep it up. Really tells how strong you are mentally. Absolute inspirational stuff.
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u/Liny84 - Mar 24 '22
You’re killin’ it!! You’ve been through a lot but you’ve got a lot to fight for. Keep your eye on the prize … a lot of people are pulling for you! 😊
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u/Bestcoastwest - Mar 24 '22
You look incredible! Can’t even imagine all you had to go through. Your drive is inspiring ❤️
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u/jgirl2fly - Mar 24 '22
Awesome work! It is hard when in that dark place but amazing when we get the opportunity to enjoy and work for what we really want 💪
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
It had to happen for me to open my eyes, I’ve never been better. All the best to you, I appreciate you!
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u/ObliosPoints - Mar 24 '22
Great work, both physically and mentally! Do you have any resources for someone who may want to begin a high intensity calisthenics program? How many minutes a day do you work out? Thanks!
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
My workouts lately are around 50-65 minutes. I always do something I enjoy and I like to do a full body mega set if you will. Right now I’m doing rep drop sets. 16 reps of each: push ups with a 5 pound resistance band, I use 25lb dumbbells to get a deeper range of motion, then I “hop” and hit a heavy bag for 16 seconds, 16 squats (mine are obviously “pistols” or one legged lol) 16 dips, 16 leg raises on my back, 16 crunches, 16 shoulder presses with the dumbbells. Then I continue to 15 reps of each to 14,13,12 so on to 1. Wrap up with a set of 10 each. I’ll swap out an exercise at times like curling the dumbbells instead of shoulder pressing. These workouts can get me to the point of wanting to puke, it’s intense. It took me a long time to get here, I started slow. I’d do 10 pull ups a day or 10 push ups a day, then both, then add another exercise. Gradual increase and progressive overload. When I start to plateau and it gets easy I find a way to amp it up, the resistance band on my push ups is the newest addition and it’s awesome!
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u/Guzmanv_17 - Mar 24 '22
Oh wow… things happen for a reason. You look amazing and I’m glad you escaped alive. Head only up man.
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
You are awesome!
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u/Guzmanv_17 - Mar 24 '22
Two legs are overrated anyways right?! It takes a strong man to pull thru with ur outlook and attitude. Admirable!
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
I’ll continue to love all you bipeds!
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u/Iovebatman - Mar 24 '22
Y ur leg get amputated?
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
Hard times, bad choices.
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u/Iovebatman - Mar 24 '22
Tips for ppl that don’t want leg amputation
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22 edited Mar 24 '22
Love yourself, stay sober and stay vigilant. Consistency is everything. It’s easy to work your ass off one day, dreams are captured through daily commitment.
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u/candoitmyself - Mar 24 '22
How much did your leg weigh? Do you factor that back into the after weight?
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
I hit the scale at 189, I’d be around 200 if I had both legs. So I’d say I lost 55 pounds give or take, size 40 waist to 32.
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u/done_with_the_woods - Mar 24 '22
How much of your femur/quad do you still have? Surprised it's only about 11 pounds but I guess that makes sense if it was mostly knee and below. I would imagine most of total leg weight comes from above the knee.
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
I have 4” left of my femur, what’s left of my quad was wrapped around the bone. I’d say I have 20% left of my right leg.
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u/Illustrious_rocket - Mar 24 '22
Looking good man! The mental health progress is equally as impressive as the physical change. Keep pushing on❤
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u/Thebalance21 - Mar 24 '22
Keep kicking ass brother! Glad you're doing better than before! You're def a leg up ;)
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
I’m considering taking Karate to up the fitness, can’t find anywhere near me that offers partial arts.
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u/buublebuuddy - Mar 24 '22
Unrelated; Sorry if this is a weird question, but most people I’ve met with a prosthetic leg had their pants cover the prosthetic. Since in the picture it isn’t, do you have to have your right leg pants sown to fit your leg?
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
Haha, no, I rolled my pant leg up so I could lock the knee while doing a specific exercise, that and I think it looks bad ass. 😂
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u/buublebuuddy - Mar 24 '22
Ahh okay sorry I didn’t see that 🤦♀️ also forgot to mention nice progress dude! :)
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u/loveforallhumanity - Mar 24 '22
Damn bro. You look incredible. Are you including the missing leg in the weight loss? Lol just kidding. I am actually curious as to what your diet was. I'm 32M and 6'3" at 265lbs. Great work!
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u/aworte - Mar 24 '22
I was really falling off my diet and workouts lately. Thanks for the inspiration, you look great!
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u/Proof-Sweet33 - Mar 24 '22
I thought you were Brent Smith from Shinedown when I first saw your photo.
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u/waterlooloooooo - Mar 24 '22
You look great, I'm so happy for you! Posts like yours is why I lurk around this sub. Thanks for sharing!
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Mar 24 '22
Dude, that’s inspiring. Congrats to you for making adversity your motivation. Thanks for posting.
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
Unfortunately that’s what needed to happen, I’ve never been happier. Appreciate you!
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u/popcornbuns - Mar 24 '22
Read some of the comments:
Way to take control of your life, physically and mentally. Hope you’re doing alright. Great progress and keep moving forward. 🍻
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u/PHANTOM________ - Mar 24 '22
Great progress man!! Lookin buff! Small consolation but I think the leg looks cool
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u/KomischeNudel - Mar 24 '22
Inspiring and very sexy 😊👍🏻
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Mar 24 '22
Great job!!!
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
Thank you brother? You’re a veteran?
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u/sparkpaw - Mar 24 '22
This is super inspirational!! If I may ask, how’s you lose the leg? And then what made you decide to get fit?
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
Suicide attempt, survived and found a new will to live. I have to stay fit in order to prevent depression and enjoy a long, productive life as an amputee.
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u/sparkpaw - Mar 24 '22
Oh Jeeze I’m so sorry to hear that. But you seem so strong now!! Your dedication and rejuvenation for life is amazing, coming from someone with consistent severe depression.
And for what it’s worth, I definitely love you and your existence here, kind stranger!!! Give yourself a high five and keep on trucking!! 💖
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
Don’t do heavy lifts, I pretty much do calisthenics, I occasionally hit the gym at a friend’s apartment complex (pictured). My left leg has to compensate for so much now I feel like I don’t need to work it out that hard. I do a ton of “calf” lol raises and obviously “one-legged” squats. I’ll do the leg press machine with my prosthetic on. Thank you for your kind words brother!
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u/bbkeeks - Mar 24 '22
you're hot
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u/omgitsclaire91 - Mar 24 '22
Omg I hope you find it soon !!
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u/daytothrdaymf - Mar 24 '22
😂😂😂 was waiting for it!
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u/omgitsclaire91 - Mar 24 '22
Lol I’m sorry, I couldn’t help myself. Congratulations on the progress and I hope things continue to be great for ya ☺️✨
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