145 down and maintained, now time to get going again

See_Reed

This is my first success post, starting in October of 2013, I began using MFP and a fitbit which turned out to be the tools I needed to lose 145 lbs over the next 18 months. Now, after happily maintaining for a little while, I have decided to get back to it. It's been an amazing journey to transition from avoiding a flight of stairs to looking forward to hikes and riding a bike to and from work daily. I couldn't be happier (not necessarily due to the weight loss, but because the weight loss has allowed me to lead a more active and exciting life) and am looking forward to the next stage in life. Lastly, I would be remiss if I didn't thank my incredibly supportive friends (especially my diet and exercise consigliere), and my wonderful, loving and supportive fiance. Here are my progress pics:

At 420 lbs:


At current weight:

cmsu64113

Amazing job!

TiberiusClaudis

Excellent! So what's the best part of the new you?

Penthesilea514

You look great- very inspiring Thanks for posting and good luck on this next chapter!

mangrothian

Awesome! And that well groomed beard just makes for extra awesomeness ^_^

Britxclarity

Great job, you look fantastic!

See_Reed

Thanks everyone. I appreciate the support. I have to say the best part of the "new me" is the ability to feel more comfortable with myself in public and the freedom that comes with that comfort. I am 6'5'', and at my old weight always felt like I was in someone's way or was being stared at. Finding that comfort has been liberating and allowed me to be much more active.

CandyMonster160

Nice work! Awesome transformation!

See_Reed

Thanks again. Loose skin is still a bit of a problem, but it has been improving slowly. I have been lucky as it doesn't seem to be as severe as other cases. While maintaining I have been working on building back some muscle and doing some toning with moderate success. It's all ongoing (bluntly I am just happy it is still going!). Happy to answer questions.

See_Reed

I started with crunches for awhile and lately have been doing/attempting some "core" yoga workouts that a friend swears by. I still have a long way to go, but i felt a strong need to maintain as much strength as I could during the weight loss. Not a huge fan of feeling weak after being the biggest guy in the room for most of my life.

pariskathryn

you look friggin awesome. great work.

BriannaLeahyJohnson2015

Dayum!

virelay129

Wow, wow, wow! Cograts dude!!

p444cod41

You look fantastic and your very handsome!keep
Up the good work!

VOrlando84

I am working very hard to lose it. What worked for you, more cardio in the beginning or strength training? I am trying to lose 40lbs. Also how many meals a day did you do?

JamieM8168

You look great!

cthobaben

You've worked hard, and it shows! Amazing job!

BuckyArden33

awesome job buddy