Half Way, a Bit Stuck

vegtabully

I thought I would finally share my pics. I'm about half way to my goal and in the best shape of my adult life for sure. I'm 5'3" and I have a 17 month old, so my belly is really fighting me. My primary exercise is running; my long run is up to 6 miles. I also try to do some weights (mostly arms) at the gym at least once a week, and I found a yoga studio I'm very excited to try out. Here's my dilemma. I'm a teacher, starting work next week. I need to buy new work clothes, but I still have at least 15 lbs I want to lose. What should I do?? I really hoped I would have met my goal by now

SW: 176 lbs
CW: 150 lbs
Goal: 135 lbs

dandelyon

I would probably hit up the thrift stores for transition clothes.

Love that happy little wrapped baby on your back.

Alicemay24

Wow! What a difference, can tell you've been working really hard! the change in your face especially is staggering!

I've been to h&m for my halfway weight before. cheap and cheerful and they size big so nice ego boost

FrankiesSaysRelax

Could you try just buying a few things cheap to hold you over for a few months? Old navy, target, walmart? Maybe check the clearance section of NY&co or the limited for a couple pairs of pants? Does anything from your old wardrobe fit? How about dresses?

Great progress by the way

AmyPearshape

You're doing great! As for the clothes, either buy used or just don't buy too much this go-round. A couple pairs of tighter pants will go a long way. BTW, our numbers are the same, except I started at 179 and am a little shorter. I'd like to be 145 by Sept. 1. The weight loss does seem to slow as you get closer to goal. Every week you maintain is also a victory. But you'll get there!

kittenkris

Hi! I'm a teacher too and my scare is not the clothes. I am afraid of getting that kid in my class that will stress me to the max and that i will start eating junk again... I have an overstuffed closet full of clothes in all sizes that I will be as I go down...most we're purchased at Goodwill. I say the same THRIFT stores.... Plus you still have a couple of weeks to go. Do not invest $$$$ in new clothes until you are done. I have found everything at thrift stores, even bought a Dolce and Gabana dress once for less than $5. I sold it on eBay for more than $100.

By the way,Nice Work on the weight loss etc.... And I love the baby too. Super cute!

savgar32

You look great! I feel where you're coming from... Sometimes I think about the progress I've made and how much further along I could be :T but we are heading in the right direction and you look amazing! I agree with everyone else with thrift stores. If there is a Goodwill in your area I would try that... When I needed interview clothes I drove to a Goodwill that was in a nicer area of town and ended up finding a Banana Republic suit for $20! Target clearance is also good and Ross has some cute, simple dresses for $10-$15. Good luck to you!!!

FindingMyself24

Awesome progress!!! Ive been trying not to buy too many clothes too...i agree find stuff on clearance and thrift stores are awesome too!

vegtabully

Thanks guys! Yeah maybe I will hit up the thrift stores. I shop there a lot, but I hate the lack of organization! No use spending too much for in between clothes I guess. And yes, I worry about crazy kids stressing me out and causing me to gain too!