80 lbs in 8.5 months. (pic heavy)

mandylgibbs · July 2013

I posted a similar story at 70 lbs lost, but I like to share because I've found something that works for me. I would love to help any of my fellow MFPers in anyway possible so I thought I'd update you all on my progress.

I started this journey as a 5'6 27 yr old weight 336 lbs on November 7, 2012. Today I am a 256 lb 28 yr old! I can run 4 miles without stopping and I have a resting heart rate of 58 bpm.

What I do is simple. I eat 1500-1600 calories a day. I try to include lots of veggies, fruits, and lean meats, but I'm not afraid to enjoy a candy bar or hamburger. I drink about a gallon of water a day, and I try to workout every weekday... at least! I'm really ready to kick this weight loss in to high gear and lose this last 20 lbs to get to 100 pounds lost! This new plan includes 20,000 steps a day on Tuesday. Running a 5k every Tuesday and Thursday at the very least., and finding time to do 2 gym visits a day. All this is very doable for my schedule and determination. I've made it this far! I just have to keep going!

Starting out:

My first 5k last weekend

A side by side comparison:

Just last weekend. Right at 80 lbs lost:

Please add me or message me with any questions or if you need support!

lea123e · July 2013

Fantastic loss!! You should be so proud

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mistresstomato · July 2013

great job! Keep it up

Jenny_Ren1 · July 2013

Great job! You've shown amazing determination! And I love your new haircut.

Tashie_bailiff · July 2013

You are doing incredible! Our beginning weights/goals seem very similar also, so expect a friend request!

momsgettinhealthy · July 2013

Great job!!! I'm just starting my journey and hope I can be as successful as you have been!

srenea9 · July 2013

Wow, your doing amazing! Thanks for sharing, very motivational

Keffinger22 · July 2013

Amazing! Congratulations!!!

meggers123 · July 2013

Awesome job! Keep it up and I'm sure you'll reach all of the goals you set for yourself.

pheasant5 · July 2013

Look at you!! WOOT WOOT! (standing applause)

allifantastical · July 2013

Way to go!!

connie_messina · July 2013

you are amazing!!!! what a difference! u look so happy and so much younger! what an inspiration!

Yourgoingtodothis · July 2013

Wow you are doing amazing well done! I am sure with the determination you have you will reach your goal. You look gorgeous and so happy. :flowerforyou:

nglesner · July 2013

You look fantastic and so very happy! Great job!

kizzyb1977 · July 2013

Fantastic job and congratulations on all your hard work! You look awesome!!

cassienewquist · July 2013

You have done an amazing job! You must feel wonderful!

230137isntmyweight · July 2013

That's fantastic!! Keep on it girl!!

jan3974 · July 2013

thanks for sharing....you look great!

Eviqtpie · July 2013

Congratulations!!! You look great.

leannerae40 · July 2013

Fantastic weight loss! Great job. I love your new hair!

paigeyleigh · July 2013

awesome job!

thats great!

earvizu92 · July 2013

:flowerforyou: Great job!!!!!!

norahwynn · July 2013

great job! :drinker:

DEEDLYNN · July 2013

GREAT JOB!!!!!

KristaWeiss · July 2013

Now THAT is something to be proud of!!! Way to go!

mlindenmuth36 · July 2013

Thank you so much for sharing. Congrats!

teaparty75 · July 2013

AWESOME !! and i see you're using a body bugg to accurately track your calories - ME TOO , this just confirms that i'm on the right track ...thanks for sharing !!