Update

[J9_54]

Hello All,

Just wanted to give you an update. I gave up smoking on 19/7/16 and am still off the fags.

I have saved quite a sum by now so treated myself to a very nice Radley handbag. I have lost 1.5 stones in weight and have today finished week 6 of the couch to 5k program which meant me running for 25 minutes without stopping. I am so proud of myself.

There is no way on this earth that I could have done all this whilst still smoking. It's the hardest thing I've done for years but boy am I glad I did, it's life changing stuff and I am sure it means a healthier, longer life.

If you are battling, keep going one smoke at a time, one day at a time and you will win.

Warmest regards x

[Hercu Valued Contributor]

Nice update j9...Very important as you said to start to excersice...I found myself to be itchy on my rest days....!!

Well done !!

[RoisinO1 Administrator 3 Years Smoke Free]

Great to hear from you J9_54 - well done on loosing the weight and continuing very strong on your quit

[Matt28 6 Months Smoke Free]

I have been struggling a bit recently not with the want to smoke but the physical withdrawls so its lovely to read this and you have given me a wee boost so thank you!!