Havent Posted in Awhile, Wanted to Share my Story (-45 lbs, super long) ADDED PICS

Hey Everyone,

I havent posted on LIF in a minute but wanted to share my story. maybe offer some motivation/support. I lost 45 lbs in 6 months. If I can do it anyone can. LOL

Just some background, all my life I was naturally skinny. I was the eat whatever I want stay a size 0 chick. Then enter the age of 24, my bad eating habits and no exercise continued but my metabolism sloowwwed way the Eff down. Over the next 6 years I kept gaining more and more weight till I was a size 10. Why I let myself continue gain, Idk. But i got married, was happy and got fat.

Now before you say size 10 isnt fat, Im not even 5 feet. Im 4' 10 3/4", so for my height and frame I was in the Obesity range. In Dec. when my size 10's were tight, I cried and decided im done, Im still young and I need to cut it out already. So from Jan. - July I lost 45 lbs. Here is what I did:

In January I weighed 155 and did the following:
*I started eating right - reduced carbs, eat lots of greens and veggies, no red meat. 2% milks, whole wheat pasta, whole bread etc.
*I gave up drinking and Beer. I used to house a six pack like a dude
*taking the dog for more walks.
*Running around after a toddler. (motherhood was new to me)

Message edited 8/23/2011 10:39:19 PM.

Re: Havent Posted in Awhile, Wanted to Share my Story (-45 lbs, super long)

I lost about 10lbs in the month of january. Then from March - April another 10lbs. Staying on the same routine.

Its April I weigh about 135 and now im Hype. I noticed im not losing any more weight i flatlined, time to switch it up. I start going to the gym that im paying for, LOL:
*Exercise for 1-2 hrs for minimum of 5 days a week (combo of cardio dance class, muscle class, elliptical - 40 min)
*Join myFitness Pal, eat 1200 cals a day. sometimes even w. exercise stay at 1200 cals
*give up all meat for a month and eat veggies and salads.
*switch my coffee to skinny, skim milk, sugar free syrup etc..
*reduced my sugar intake and maintain 400 cal meals

In May I am 121. I have 6 lbs to be at my target weight. I do the south beach diet for a month to shock my body and switch it up. Continue exercising rigorously.

By June, I am still counting my calories and exercing. I reach my target weight of 115. I continue to exercise, eat right and tone.

In July i lose an additional unplanned 6 lbs.

Message edited 8/29/2011 8:38:31 PM.

Re: Havent Posted in Awhile, Wanted to Share my Story (-45 lbs, super long)

August I am currently at 109lbs. To me this has been the hardest part in the weight loss journey. Reducing exercising, increasing calorie intake and maintenance. To me its easier to strive towards a goal. but im working on it.

I went down 5 sizes, from a size 10 in Express clothes to a size 0. Maybe Ill be brave enough to post my crazy progression pics.

I hope this was helpful to some and Good luck!!

ETA: Progression Pics & Tips.
I forgot to add I drank atleast 8-12 cups of water everydays. No juice, soda or anything. Aside from nonfat coffee and maybe OJ here and there.

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Message edited 8/23/2011 11:26:40 PM.

Re: Havent Posted in Awhile, Wanted to Share my Story (-45 lbs, super long)

wow. Congratulations!!! Thats awesome

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Re: Havent Posted in Awhile, Wanted to Share my Story (-45 lbs, super long)

Wow! Great job!!

Re: Havent Posted in Awhile, Wanted to Share my Story (-45 lbs, super long)

thats amazing!!!! congrats

Re: Havent Posted in Awhile, Wanted to Share my Story (-45 lbs, super long)

Thank you ladies

Re: Havent Posted in Awhile, Wanted to Share my Story (-45 lbs, super long)

That is amazing! Congrats!!
Post a picture!

I loved to see that :)

Re: Havent Posted in Awhile, Wanted to Share my Story (-45 lbs, super long)

Wow! You are our heroine

Re: Havent Posted in Awhile, Wanted to Share my Story (-45 lbs, super long)

thanks again ladies. I added the pics. My face looks crazy cause i never know how to take pics of myself.

Re: Havent Posted in Awhile, Wanted to Share my Story (-45 lbs, super long) ADDED PICS

Awesome!

Re: Havent Posted in Awhile, Wanted to Share my Story (-45 lbs, super long) ADDED PICS

Great job!!!!

Re: Havent Posted in Awhile, Wanted to Share my Story (-45 lbs, super long) ADDED PICS

You look amazing, great story! Thanks for the inspiration!

Re: Havent Posted in Awhile, Wanted to Share my Story (-45 lbs, super long) ADDED PICS

You look Fabulous!!!! Congrats on your weight loss success!!!

Re: Havent Posted in Awhile, Wanted to Share my Story (-45 lbs, super long) ADDED PICS

OMG! you look amazing, I wish I had your motivation and determination! It's admirable.

I am 5'0 exactly and struggling with the weight (without the baby!!) I wanted to be in good shape BEFORE I have one, hoping it will help me not gain as much.

I have 15-20 more pounds to go, I'm hoping your post will inspire me to take charge and get healthy!

Re: Havent Posted in Awhile, Wanted to Share my Story (-45 lbs, super long) ADDED PICS

You look great!!

Re: Havent Posted in Awhile, Wanted to Share my Story (-45 lbs, super long) ADDED PICS

Tsss...hot stuff! Congrats!!

Re: Havent Posted in Awhile, Wanted to Share my Story (-45 lbs, super long) ADDED PICS

NICE!! You go girl!

Re: Havent Posted in Awhile, Wanted to Share my Story (-45 lbs, super long) ADDED PICS

You look great! Congrats on reaching your goal

Re: Havent Posted in Awhile, Wanted to Share my Story (-45 lbs, super long) ADDED PICS

You look beautiful!

Re: Havent Posted in Awhile, Wanted to Share my Story (-45 lbs, super long) ADDED PICS

You look great!!! Congrats on your success!!! You have definitely motivated me!!!

Re: Havent Posted in Awhile, Wanted to Share my Story (-45 lbs, super long) ADDED PICS

You look amazing!

Re: Havent Posted in Awhile, Wanted to Share my Story (-45 lbs, super long) ADDED PICS

You look amazing great job you should be very proud of yourself!

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