From a size 20 to a size 8 with strength training, in one year! PICS!
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just wow you look incredible!0
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Just amazing!!! You look so sculpted and gorgeous! Congrats on all of your hard work!0
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GenElizabeth wrote: »Hello MFPers!
I am 33 years old and 5'3". I started this difficult journey in Jan of 2014 at 205lbs and I had JUST hit a size 20!!! In Dec 2014, I got down to a size 8 and around 135lbs! I feel great and am loving who I am becoming now! I'm learning a TON and meeting a lot of great people in the process.
I came across MFP in June of last year. I have kept a moderate calorie deficit pretty consistently (500 or so each day), with my carbs and protein around 100g each while lifting weights regularly (in my home with my own collected equipment), 5-6 times/week. I didn't do much cardio, as I don't enjoy it. I do run on occasion though. I feel empowered now and I absolutely LOVE strength training! Planning to take new progress pics at the end o
f June so I'm looking forward to that.
Here is my story so far on realbodiesrealresults.com. Feel free to check it out!
realbodiesrealresults.com/gen.html
Best wishes to you all, anything is possible if you don't give up!
I can't wait until I lose my weight like you I have 120 lbs to lose..... So far dropped 9lbs... The hard part it's my husband likes to go eat out alot,
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You are gorgeous! I love the way you have transformed! You look great!0
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Way to be.. You look and must feel amazing0
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Thanks very much all!
I hope to see you reach your fitness goals this year!! The new year is a great time to get that extra motivation you may be needing. Remember, you are the only on who can do the work to change. There are and will always be countless distractions just waiting to sway you and steal your focus! It's up to you to remain strong, you CAN do it, just like I did but each day and each week matters!
I am almost to my third trimester of this pregnancy now, at almost 27 weeks and will have a good amount of weight to lose. We are doing great and I am looking forward to getting back on track (hopefully right along side you guys!) after the baby is born in March. My new goal is to regain my pre baby bod by the end of 2016. Reasonable amount of time for me but will still require some discipline at the same time!
Take care everyone and happy new year!0 -
Lovin tha little black dress!! You look fabulous! Congrats0
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Amazing! Well done0
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You look stunning & exactly what I hope to achieve! Slim but strong, skinny-fit! This was nice motivation for me, thank you!0
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Wow. Awesome Work!!0
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Proof that it can be done!0
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Appreciate the comments all! You help keep me positive.
Here is my latest video... Just a little personal history and some encouragement to the moms out there to never give up, no matter what life throws your way! We all struggle with different things in life but the most important thing is that we keep going.
With love.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JlVyRJkaJA0
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You are an inspiration! Seeing pictures of your transformation brought tears to my eyes. I have done very little strength training but now I'm going to make it a priority this year after seeing this. Thank you so much for sharing these.0
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GenElizabeth wrote: »Appreciate the comments all! You help keep me positive.
Here is my latest video... Just a little personal history and some encouragement to the moms out there to never give up, no matter what life throws your way! We all struggle with different things in life but the most important thing is that we keep going.
With love.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JlVyRJkaJA0
You have me crying at work! I can't believe everything you have gone through. You are absolutely amazing. No words...0 -
GenElizabeth wrote: »Appreciate the comments all! You help keep me positive.
Here is my latest video... Just a little personal history and some encouragement to the moms out there to never give up, no matter what life throws your way! We all struggle with different things in life but the most important thing is that we keep going.
With love.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JlVyRJkaJA0
@GenElizabeth You're a strong, beautiful person. My dearest condolences for your loss, but also a congratulation to the new addition to your beautiful family and to your wonderful, inspirational life and fitness journey. Thank you for sharing your life. Your video brought tears and joy which made me squeeze my little one a little tighter just now.
I've lost some weight and now I'm trying to get started on strength training. Your equipment pics and your tips to others is definitely helping me get a head start.
Thank you again and well wishes for a happy and healthy life ahead for you, baby, and the rest of your family. Happy New Year!0 -
Thank you so much for this inspiration @GenElizabeth ! I'm so amazed and impressed with all your hard work. Slow and steady gets results!0
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Thats absolutely AMAZING!!! You look Fabulous!!!! Ive lost 71lbs so far in my journey, so I know how proud you feel about your progress!! I also do more weight training than Cardio...not a fan of Cardio AT ALL!!! Heres my pics so far......
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GenElizabeth wrote: »Hello MFPers!
I am 33 years old and 5'3". I started this difficult journey in Jan of 2014 at 205lbs and I had JUST hit a size 20!!! In Dec 2014, I got down to a size 8 and around 135lbs! I feel great and am loving who I am becoming now! I'm learning a TON and meeting a lot of great people in the process.
I came across MFP in June of last year. I have kept a moderate calorie deficit pretty consistently (500 or so each day), with my carbs and protein around 100g each while lifting weights regularly (in my home with my own collected equipment), 5-6 times/week. I didn't do much cardio, as I don't enjoy it. I do run on occasion though. I feel empowered now and I absolutely LOVE strength training! Planning to take new progress pics at the end of June so I'm looking forward to that.
Best wishes to you all, anything is possible if you don't give up!
Amazing change congratulations0 -
Thanks everyone!! Happy New Year! I wish you all the best. It CAN be done! Be strong, be patient and tell yourself you can do it daily.
I fully believe in strength training from the start. Lifting weights and progressively challenging yourself in that area is how you reshape your body. Cardio is good to burn a few extra calories and work your heart and lungs but will not do anything for your shape! I encourage you to start a good program and see what it can do for you!
@steffirae76: You look awesome! Keep up the great work.1
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