150 lbs GONE!

cdcjensen

Sixteen months and 150 lbs later, I reached my goal about a month ago and am literally half the person I used to be. I did it entirely through exercise and being diligent with tracking in MFP -- and actually adhering to the daily limits! I still stare at myself in the mirror, sometimes smiling because I can't believe I did it, and sometimes crying because it's a bit overwhelming to not recognize myself. My closet is practically empty because I can't even figure out how to shop for "normal" clothes -- I don't even know what I like. It's definitely a problem I enjoy having!

fobs13

Wowser! You look fab. Why don't you treat yourself to a personal shopper and see what they pick out for you. They might get you to try things you would not consider yourself.

carrieannbate

You look amazing. What an inspiration you are to all those people who are in the position you were in and now are! (Hope that makes sense) Congratulations xx

BigMech

Amazing transformation!

Great work!

Josephine237

Wow! Just Wow! You give me so much hope. Congratulations on meeting your goal!

Angimom

You look amazing. Would you, could you please elaborate on your calorie goals, and your exercise routine. Congratulations.

njitaliana

Wow. You have done a fabulous job. Congrats!!

cdcjensen

Angimom wrote: »

You look amazing. Would you, could you please elaborate on your calorie goals, and your exercise routine. Congratulations.

Thank you! Honestly, for the first 100 lbs, my exercise was just walking a few miles several days per week. It was only in the last 6 months that I got more serious, which for me, means doing the elliptical a few days per week and then a little strength training a couple days per week. My neighbor is a personal trainer, and he told me the food aspect is far more critical to weight loss than the exercise piece, and based on my own journey, I have to agree.

For food, like most people, it seemed like it took no time before MFP had my daily limit set close to 1200, and I was pretty faithful to that. If that meant just eating steamed broccoli and a little piece of chicken for dinner, then that's what I did. It wasn't easy, but I had so much to lose that I decided I'd rather be super disciplined and get it done, rather than being a little more relaxed and taking several years. I did, however, make sure I kept my carbs, sugar, and sodium well below what MFP allowed. Seems like those were the weeks where I had the most success on the scale.

flatlndr

Wow! Hard to believe you're the same person as in the before photo! (I'm sure it never gets old hearing that!) Congratulations!

VictoriaS57

Great job! Great transformation!

cdcjensen

fobs13 wrote: »

Wowser! You look fab. Why don't you treat yourself to a personal shopper and see what they pick out for you. They might get you to try things you would not consider yourself.

That is a GREAT idea! I bet it would take the stress out of it. Right now, my 13-year-old son is helping. I figured he couldn't do any worse than me in making a clothing decision! But, I know he'll be honest about the way something looks, and he's actually done a good job so far. But, I do need some adult assistance, and yours is a great idea!

sodakat

Absolutely fantastic job. You are a gorgeous woman. Isn't it interesting how your face shape changed too? Very, very motivating. Thanks for sharing your journey and result.

mhollencamp102012

wow!! you have me speechless...just WOW

stephe1987

Great job!

U2R2

Awesome, just awesome.

librarydebster

Fantastic! You look beautiful! Always nice to hear from someone who has done the long struggle and made it. It's very inspiring to see the transformation.

I have lost 65 pounds so far, most of it using MFP. Sometime next year I expect to reach my ultimate goal. So far I can't believe the difference when I look in the mirror. It's a rewarding journey!

pleasurelittletreasure

Great job and very inspirational!!

p444cod41

Amazing!well done u have done great!:)

blackcoffeeandcherrypie

Wow! You look amazing! You don't look like the same person. You look much younger now too :-)

50sFit

wow - great progress...again: WOW!
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JustFindingMe

Whoa! Congratulations !

Lonestar5775

That's simply incredible and you must feel so empowered to know you can manage your own health. I appreciate you sharing your story for so many others who need to hear how you did it and see the results. Outstanding!

april32many

Wow! What amazing motivation for everyone else. But, what an incredible journey for you! I'm proud and I don't even know ya! You took many years off your age and added years to your life. Simply beautiful. Really great work:)

cincysweetheart

You look amazing! Congratulations! Totally gives me hope for my own efforts!

marx4

You look amazing!!! What commitment, congrats to you. You are an inspiration to many!!

MrsMizart

Brilliant lass :-)

mysmileighs

You look great! Congratulations!

dejavuohlala

you look amazinggggggggg such a staggering transformation. congratulations

klkarlen

Congratulations, you are an inspiration to all with results like that!

2thesexydress

I commented on FB post, you done amazing, an inspirational lady xx

Hearts_2015

What a beautiful transformation! You're gorgeous in both photos but the true you is now on the outside shining bright. It's always been there waiting to come out... you've worked hard & look so healthy and proud of yourself.

Regarding the posters idea of having someone help shop with you...that's a brilliant idea... It absolutely can be overwhelming to understand your style now after such a drastic transformation in so many ways.

Finding clothes & styles that fit the new you, make you shine but not overwhelm your own beauty. Clothes should enhance not overpower our natural beauty.

Have fun with that... looking forward to new photos of various styles you try on in dressing rooms, shops etc. Get that camera ready and snap snap snap!!

I know many of us are just as excited as you to see what colors and styles pop on the new you!