72 pounds lost with LOTS of pictures! (Repost)
KatieMay6689
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**Reposting because my 'before' pictures are not showing on my original post and I'm unable to edit**
I’ve shared my success story once before, but I had to start over with a new MFP account so I thought I’d share again! Long story short: I was extremely active during my childhood and teenage years. I played soccer in middle school and tennis in high school, and danced for 15 years - 6 of those years on a competitive team. I ate whatever I felt like and was physically fit without really having to think about it. When I went to college, I no longer had tennis and dance practices to keep me active but I kept up the same eating habits. Throughout my 4 years of college, I slowly put on a lot of weight. After seeing some AWFUL pictures of myself at Christmas parties and New Years Eve in 2010 (see below), I decided it was time to make a serious lifestyle change. I bought a scale and weighed in at 215 pounds, which was a huge reality check. In some ways, I think I'd been blind to how overweight I'd become. However, I couldn't deny the number that was staring back at me on the scale, so I got down to business.
Fall 2010
Annual PJ Christmas party with my girlfriends, 2010
NYE 2010
I'd never had to workout in a gym before and I was extremely out of shape, so it was really rough at first. I couldn't run 0.25 miles without stopping, I was out of breath after 5 minutes on the elliptical and I had no idea how to use any strength training equipment. I joined MFP in January 2011, logged all of my food and committed to working out 4-5 times a week. I did the Couch to 5K program and discovered a passion for running. Since I don't have my old account for reference, I'm really not quite sure how quickly I lost weight. I think by the time I graduated from college in May 2011, I was around 180 pounds. In my opinion though, specifics of how quickly the weight came off isn't really important. As they say - It's a marathon, not a sprint. I am currently 143 pounds, a total weight loss of 72 pounds since January 2011 and I feel amazing. I've run three 5Ks and I've pushed myself to do things that I wouldn't have thought myself capable of a few years ago. I no longer have a double chin, and I don't constantly worry about my flabby love handles or how I look in clothes. I feel so much happier and more confident. Working out and running has become an important part of my every day life and I look forward to my workouts. There are no secret tips or tricks - Put in hard work and you'll get results.
My ultimate goal is to get down to 130 pounds, but I'm not as concerned as I once was with specific numbers. I want to focus on toning my body and feeling great about myself. I am thankful to my supportive MFP friends and I'm always open to adding new friends who are POSITIVE and committed to logging.
Now for the fun part - 'After' pictures! smile
I can now wear cute clothes!
With my best friend after a 5K we ran this spring!
Swimsuit shot while on vacation in January of this year... I've lost a little more weight and toned up since then but still proud!
Some before and afters:
And finally, just being happy! wink
I’ve shared my success story once before, but I had to start over with a new MFP account so I thought I’d share again! Long story short: I was extremely active during my childhood and teenage years. I played soccer in middle school and tennis in high school, and danced for 15 years - 6 of those years on a competitive team. I ate whatever I felt like and was physically fit without really having to think about it. When I went to college, I no longer had tennis and dance practices to keep me active but I kept up the same eating habits. Throughout my 4 years of college, I slowly put on a lot of weight. After seeing some AWFUL pictures of myself at Christmas parties and New Years Eve in 2010 (see below), I decided it was time to make a serious lifestyle change. I bought a scale and weighed in at 215 pounds, which was a huge reality check. In some ways, I think I'd been blind to how overweight I'd become. However, I couldn't deny the number that was staring back at me on the scale, so I got down to business.
Fall 2010
Annual PJ Christmas party with my girlfriends, 2010
NYE 2010
I'd never had to workout in a gym before and I was extremely out of shape, so it was really rough at first. I couldn't run 0.25 miles without stopping, I was out of breath after 5 minutes on the elliptical and I had no idea how to use any strength training equipment. I joined MFP in January 2011, logged all of my food and committed to working out 4-5 times a week. I did the Couch to 5K program and discovered a passion for running. Since I don't have my old account for reference, I'm really not quite sure how quickly I lost weight. I think by the time I graduated from college in May 2011, I was around 180 pounds. In my opinion though, specifics of how quickly the weight came off isn't really important. As they say - It's a marathon, not a sprint. I am currently 143 pounds, a total weight loss of 72 pounds since January 2011 and I feel amazing. I've run three 5Ks and I've pushed myself to do things that I wouldn't have thought myself capable of a few years ago. I no longer have a double chin, and I don't constantly worry about my flabby love handles or how I look in clothes. I feel so much happier and more confident. Working out and running has become an important part of my every day life and I look forward to my workouts. There are no secret tips or tricks - Put in hard work and you'll get results.
My ultimate goal is to get down to 130 pounds, but I'm not as concerned as I once was with specific numbers. I want to focus on toning my body and feeling great about myself. I am thankful to my supportive MFP friends and I'm always open to adding new friends who are POSITIVE and committed to logging.
Now for the fun part - 'After' pictures! smile
I can now wear cute clothes!
With my best friend after a 5K we ran this spring!
Swimsuit shot while on vacation in January of this year... I've lost a little more weight and toned up since then but still proud!
Some before and afters:
And finally, just being happy! wink
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Awesome job...You Look fabulous!0
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Beautiful!!!!! You have done an amazing job!0
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Look at that. Congratulations. You motivate me.
Keep up the good work!0 -
Way to go. You look great0
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Absolutely great. You were always beautiful, but now you are definitely healthy and probably looking the way you feel on the inside. Inspirational : )0
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Fantastic work!!0
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Insanely fantastic! That bikini shot is incredible! So happy for you and inspired for myself!0
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Outstanding progress. Be PROUD! :flowerforyou:0
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Wow! you look amazing. I cant imagine how awesome it must feel every time you look in the mirror.0
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Beautiful...you look really great. Im happy for you and thanks for sharing your story0
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My goodness... just had to pick my jaw up off the floor!! Congrats! You look so healthy and happy
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Congratulations! You look amazing, great job
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you,madam look bloody fabulous!0
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U were beautiful b4 & u r absolutely amazing now...at first I said, "wait, is that the same person?" Excellent work...wishing you continued success!0
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I am so proud of you & you are truly an inspiration. Thanks so much for caring & sharing.0
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r u freakin kidding me omg amazing!!!!!!!0
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You're awesome!0
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You look great! Very inspirational...thanks for sharing and congrats on your success!!!0
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Excellent job, it's inspiring to see others doing so well. It's great that you were smiling before and have an even bigger smile now. Keep it up!0
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Wow! You look amazing! Thanks for sharing your photos and story!0
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Congratulations! You look amazing! Your hard work has really paid off. Good for you! 0
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Well done to you. You look amazing. Congratulations!0
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SUPER!!!!!!!!!!! :flowerforyou: :bigsmile:0
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Thanks for sharing this, you've done amazingly well and seeing others accomplish their goals helps give me the drive and determination to achieve my own goals0
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I LOVE to see before-afters here because in so many of them, both pictures are beautiful, but the after pictures always look SO much happier!
You were beautiful when you weighed more, but now you GLOW!
Blessings to you!0 -
Great job!0
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Fabulous work! You're glowing!0
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You look amazing!! I so needed to see this for motivation today!0
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great job, and thanks for sharing. It is nice to hear it from someone who's been there.0
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