Lost 135lbs with diet and exercise! PICS! If I can do this, YOU CAN do this!!! Thanks myfitnesspal!

4mam

Super inspiring. Thank you for sharing and encouraging a sustainable approach. I'm looking for a protein shake which I can take to work and wonder if anyone has some suggestions. I am unable to have a sit down meal and need to find the right kind of shake which is filling and can keep the insulin levels from peaking. I love all kinds of fruit but unfortunately the skins of berries are a magnet to those spaces in between teeth. Lovely! Any ideas anyone?

cindybgood

Great job! And all very good advice and a very healthy approach to self improvement - love it.

Aussieangel85

How inspiring ❤️

slees21

You were beautiful before, but way more so now. Your husband is a.lucky guy.

Expressionz

Wow you are a true inspiration

cesser1

MissusSpags wrote: »

So inspired. I'm just starting out on my journey (one month in) and have been mainly walking outside for exercise. Can't jog or run (stupid arthritic ankles).

Have you tried nordic walking? The sticks are different from hiking ones and the movement is like cross-country skiing, only without skis. You can reach running speeds with them, but the impact is distributed between arms and legs. Good core workout as well. http://nordicwalking.co.uk/

Timshel_

k4tie82 wrote: »

Mmmmmmmm guuuurrrrrrl That is a BIG A tire you are flippin'! Props.

4ng3lina

Thank you for sharing your story. I guess I need to remind myself this will take time and not to give up!

BiggDaddy58

Awesome and inspiring! Congrats and keep up your new lifestyle! All the best!

tristramtrent

Thanks for sharing this encouraging story. You look so vibrant ! You make me feel it is possible to do.

igomez612

thank you for sharing your incredible story!! awesome job!

launchpadmkquak

Nice work. Thanks for the tips.

smkondy

Truly incredible!! You look fantastic!! Thanks for sharing your story & your tips!! It really helps to hear that it can really be done with hard work & dedication

druidkat7

OMG!!!! Wow! I often feel like I have a tougher journey than most women because I was born hypothyroid, but I look back at the 17 lbs I DID lose back in 2013, and I'm like, "dude, there's no reason I can't go back to being that healthy." My biggest issues are lack of space to do the kind of exercise I REALLY want to do, plus my finances are kind of holding me back in a way, but I'm working on resolving that issue, too.

BABYLILAC

Wow!

treehugnmama

Wow thabks so much for sharing...I'm down 40 and have about 95 to a 100 more to go....loved seeing your victory!!

rebel_26

what an amazing transformation! Congratulations ! Posts like this are motivational to all serious members.

RandiNoelle

Congrats and thank you for sharing your story!

My starting weight was also 270. I'm 185 now and am looking to lose another 45 lbs. It's nice to see it can be done with the method I'm using.

tinaslim

Amazing! Thanks so much for sharing...this is why we stalk people on MFP....for stories like yours! You go girl!!! What an inspiration

juanitagardner07

Wow! You look amazing!! Thank you for sharing, such an inspiration!!

RosslandMTBr

Wow! You look phenomenal! Way to go!

Bedg

Nailed it!!!!

Gymgrl421

Wow!! You are amazing! Such an incredible accomplishment.

Goddesskat

k4tie82 wrote: »

I’ve decided to share my weight loss story in hopes that it will help someone who is struggling with their weight and trying to live a healthier lifestyle.

In the last 4 years I have lost 135 lbs. Before starting my journey I was 270 pounds, almost type 2 diabetic, and I was morbidly obese. I was depressed and miserable in my own skin. I coped with life by taking medications and self-soothed with food and candy. Medications and doctor’s appointments became my life. I became extremely addicted to prescriptions. My weight and lifestyle were slowly killing me, and I didn’t see it until I had a BIG reality check 4 years ago. That is when my life changed. I knew it was time to change and started to rebuild my life. I decided on my own that I wanted this. I knew it was going to be hard, but I was ready to fight for it. I wanted to be healthy, I wanted to be happy again, and I wanted to be the wife and mother my family deserved. Those things combined gave me the final push I needed to change my lifestyle.

I didn’t follow a specific program or go through weight loss surgery. I swapped all my sugar loaded drinks for water, started tracking my food, and added exercise into my daily routine. Adding exercise was just the mental boost that I needed. Every time I exercised I would feel balanced and happy, and for the first time I was proud of myself! I wanted to change my lifestyle so this would become a permanent way of life. I started with small, achievable goals so I didn’t get overwhelmed with how much weight I still had to lose. Honestly, when I started I was exhausted just walking around the block. In September 2014 I finished my first half marathon!

Having support has been a huge part of my journey. My husband has been amazing through this whole process. He started tracking his food first, and I was inspired by him! I watched as he started dropping pounds, and I decided it was time to track my food! Tracking held me accountable, and I needed that! He also helped me find healthy foods to eat, and put up with all my complaining when we first started exercising together

I hit a plateau after losing 100 pounds. I joined a small, family owned gym and I discovered a whole new passion for fitness. I reached out and found other ladies to work out with at the gym. We encourage each other, hold each other accountable, and have fun! When one of us struggles, we help each other. I started personal training and improved my strength, lost more weight, and melted away body fat. I have been able to accomplish things I never thought possible, and I have learned to believe in myself! As the pounds have dropped I feel like I have shed emotional baggage with them. My old life melted away 1 pound at a time. Please know that weight loss is a journey and it takes time. If I can do this, you can do this! I finally have my life back and I feel great!

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Tips:

Track your food… everyday!
-Don’t drink your calories… Drink water instead (lots of water!)
-Get up and move! Even if it’s 10 minutes a day… get some exercise! Anything is better than nothing!
-Eat your veggies, the greener the better!
-Add protein into your diet. Chicken, Turkey, and Tilapia are some of my favorites.
-Limit your sugar… and if you have sugar, do it in the morning.
-Don’t let yourself get hungry, and don’t get to full…
-Prep as much food as you can on your weekends… it’s easier to make healthy choices that way!


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Goddesskat

Thank you so much for inspiring me today. I just decided in June 22nd with a friend to walk and change my eating habits to become healthier. So, I'm just at the beginning of this journey and seeing your photos and hearing your tips and how this works has motivated me to keep on keeping on. Since June 22nd, I lost 9 lbs. But because I'm active now walking 5.59 km. every second day, I have lost 15 inches off my body already. I find that fascinating actually. I'm not as sort of breath as I have been and I can take deeper breaths than I have been able to previous to walking. I'm grateful for people like you who share your story with others. Again, thanks for inspiring me.

cjuneau69

Totally amazing!!! Thank you for the great tips!!!

kelsey_frame_666

Thank you for sharing your story. Your a true inspiration. I had a tear reading about your journey, a tear of joy for you. Well done darling!

jayceesmom512

OMG You have brought me back to motivation level today !! It was a rough morning but because of you I am motivated and ready to continue this journey !! Thank you so much !!!

mcbluesky

Just saw this today. Congratulations on your transformation. Amazing. Very inspirational. Thank you so much for sharing.

HappilyDistracted

I know it's already been said- but wow, you look like a totally different person!! Way to go!