290 to 178 in 10 Months! (w/photos)

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Billy323 wrote: »

WOW! Very motivating post

Thanks Billy... Now put that beer down! Just kidding, I've been known to have 1 or 'few' occasionally

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pinktara2013 wrote: »

Thank you for sharing! I have many, many pounds to lose. I have no health issues but my Dr is trying to talk me into weight loss surgery before I develop any, and I know that my bones are not meant to be supporting this much weight. I really don't want to have surgery, so I'm trying to do it with healthy eating and exercise. It helps so much to see people succeed without surgical intervention. It helps me to think that I can do this!

You're welcome Tara! You are very fortunate that you don't have any health issues currently! NOW is the time to start eating healthy and... surgery should only be a last resort. Weight loss is achievable without surgical intervention. I eat just as much now (weight wise) as I did before... I just eat low calorie dense foods that's all. It's really that simple! You (or anybody for all it matters) just has to 'do it', be honest with your food choices, honest with yourself. It gets easier with time and becomes habit after a while. Best wishes with your goal!!!

arcalle50

Congratulations. You look happier and younger! I have lost 19lbs (out of 72) and I am slowing down. What to do?

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sonicpete wrote: »

I feel I'm at the same state as you were 1 year ago exactly, also about 280+ (give or take a cookie)
The company Nurse checked my BP ,She started freaking out! rechecked on the other arm!
I was utterly scared .I am inspired to have the same plan ,

How about others in the family that don't see this as life changing, and fill the fridge with foods I don't want.?

My BP was 200/130 in January... I should have been hospitalized. Through diet, it's currently down to 135/90 (high side of normal). I'm pretty sure that my BP caused headaches which were a daily occurrence but those headaches are long gone (unless I drink too much wine lol)!

I learned to DEAL with temptations in my fridge and pantry at home. Temptations will always be around... there's a fast food joint on every street, every food store carries unhealthy food, temptations are everywhere. I learned that I simply can't eat unhealthy food and it's become much easier to resist now. Others eat it in moderation but I seem to have difficulty with moderation Best of luck with your weight loss journey!

creationscrown

GREATNESS!!!!

vdority268

You're story is amazing! Thank you for sharing. I hope to be in the 100+ club with you a year from now.

dmzinz

wow that is an awesome story....congrats to you......I have a wedding to go to in 10 months and my goal is to lose 40 lbs.....your story has me motivated !! thanks

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cthobaben wrote: »

You're a true inspiration that it can be done with hard work and dedication! Congrats!

Well thank you Cthobaben! It really "can" be done (even without the hard work). Dedication is all you need and any effort becomes habit. Best wishes with your own journey!!!

mhmcd

awesome job sir

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carolemack wrote: »

Wow...congratulations! What a fantastic job. You have certainly inspired me...and I am sure many more. Thank you so much for sharing and especially for all the progress pictures.

Thank you Carolemack!!! It's a great to know that you find my story inspiring... I had initially hoped that maybe I could help one person but the response has been overwhelming! Best wishes on your goal... I see your making great progress!

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behnybaby wrote: »

What a great story of your journey to a healthier you. Cheers, for you have done so well, and stepping up to the podium to help encourage others speaks well of the person you are as well as the new one designed by your good eating habits.

Thanks so much for the kind words Behnybaby! I do feel like a new person now... especially after so many years of being overweight. Anyways, thanks again and all my best to achieving your own goals!

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seiffertrk wrote: »

Really nice job. I'm struck by your face between the first and last picture. Congratulations! For what it's worth, I say go for the ripped look if you like it. You've already accomplished more than you initially thought possible, may as well find the ceiling! Awesome work!

Thanks so much Seiffertrk! I visited your own profile page and you have quite the story to tell too! Lol... if I had hours of spare time each day, maaaaaybe I'd go for the ripped look! For now, I'm pretty happy with "fit" hehe. Thanks again and all the best with your own journey!

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RogueCyclist wrote: »

No joke, you are my hero. At this very moment I am right were you were a year ago...a regular guy, forever struggling with his weight, who knows its time to make a big change (or suffer the consequences). I'm saving your post and sharing it with my friends. Thanks for putting yourself out there...it is much appreciated!

Thank you RC! We sound much alike... regular guy here too! I'm just so appreciative that you find my story inspiring! We're about the same age... so yeah... it's your time! Why don't you set a goal of writing your own success story in one years time! It's very achievable!!!

Goal179

Hm, I want some caramel popcorn

Goal179

I really am very motivated by your story. Because I am motivated, i will skip the caramel popcorn. You're awesome. Do you mind if I friend you? I need someone positive like you in my friend group.

Jonesingmucho

I love your story! Very motivational! Congratulations!

kulkan

Sounds great. I am on a similar path. 5'9" and 280 in August. got real serious late Sept. at 271. Walking an average of 3 mi. per day. have lost 46 lb in 3.5 months. Thanksgiving and Christmas were tough as we were hosting dinners for 20 people. Most of the time I am off all wheat (love bread things) and sugar. veggies, chicken breast, lentils. Once I am off wheat for 3 days I start to forget to eat. Average calories at 1550 in spite of the two 10 day wheat fail periods. Aiming for 160. At 225 I am the lowest weight I have been in 10 years. I did the South Beach diet back in '04 and got to 185, but I was only starting from 235. The 6-7 mile walks burn about 1100 calories so that adds up with the 1200-1500 cal. diet. Aiming for 36 lb loss in the next 9 weeks.

Working2BBetter

Hats off to You firstly for your phenomenal achievement, and secondly for sharing it. It is never an easy thing to put yourself out there.

When someone is very overweight it seems like an impossible thing to do what you have done. Setting those small goals is key!

I wish you a very long healthy and fit life ahead!

GraceWyatt91

Omg that's awesomly amazing I weigh 235ish and my goal is 170 and (not being ride or mean) if you can do it so can I am so glad I found this post thing I almost gave up...

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luckygirl007 wrote: »

Way to go! Just getting started and have wasted a lot of time just thinking about it! Was inspired by your story and I too want to have the strength to reach my goal. Only have about 30 pounds to lose but more importantly looking to lose bad eating habits! Congrats again you are looking great!

Hey thank you LG! Any amount of weight loss is achievable and there's no time like the present! Bad eating habits are hard to break, I know! But I've found cravings lessen over time as better eating habits form! So... less thinkin' and more doin' . You can reach your goal!

morgan292929

Congrats!! If you feel half as good as you look, you've earned it!!

Cvanessa09

Thanks for taking the time on writing this. And just wanted you to know. That it is inspirational. Thanks and congrats on your great success

Cathscottage

Is this a trick.
you really look like a different person. How handsome you look. I am sure you feel very different to. Thank you I am glad I made time to read your journey as it helps me a lot. Stay cool man.

LillysMomma09

I have a question. Did you eat the extra calories allotted by doing exercise? Or did you just eat your daily calories and not the extra given my exercise?

gaspegirl

Love your story and thankful you shared it! Congratulations on your success.

gponter79

Amazing work, very inspirational.

TheNewMe007

First, Congratulations! And second - THANK YOU for sharing your story.

I am definitely one of the people you have motivated to keep going.

I can relate to your journey completely and am glad to see how happy you look!

YOU ROCK!

disasterman

Fantastic work! Thanks for sharing your tips and a great success story to motivate others.

mmarshall74

Amazing transformation! Congratulations..... you are truly an inspiration!

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Hearts_2015 wrote: »

This was my first or second thought....
"Day 102 looks like a Dad to his girls ........ Day 232 Now looks like their older BROTHER! "

Really impressive job, so inspiring, thanks so much for sharing, particularly what worked for you and including the photos along with it. Cheers for your new healthy active life!

Hmm LOL, oh my! Thank you for the "brother" comp but c'mon... hehe! I'm so glad you found it inspiring and a story just isn't the same without photos eh?! Thanks again "Hearts" and cheers to you!