More than 100 lbs loss in 8 months & 4 days...
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You are beautiful and beam and I wish I had you next door as a buddy. You are a wonder and a role model to many of us. Tell me now, how is your knee pain? Though I am diagnosed with moderate osteo arthritis in both knees, I find it restricting. A fifteen to twenty minute walk after a full day of work is about all I can manage. Tylenol arthritis does not cut it and am not willing to use anything stronger that may be addictive. How did you deal with knee pain?1
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You are amazing0
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Nice work!0
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How fun is this!? I imagine you've got life by the horns now!
I'm curious what your maintenance calories have been?0 -
You are beautiful and beam and I wish I had you next door as a buddy. You are a wonder and a role model to many of us. Tell me now, how is your knee pain? Though I am diagnosed with moderate osteo arthritis in both knees, I find it restricting. A fifteen to twenty minute walk after a full day of work is about all I can manage. Tylenol arthritis does not cut it and am not willing to use anything stronger that may be addictive. How did you deal with knee pain?
Do what you can and don't push through the pain to the point it can injure you further. The more weight I dropped the less my knees bothered me. They are still an issue. They grind in some positions. I literally have to walk/run at a 2.5 incline to keep them at a 'comfort level'. Sounds strange... but try it. You may also notice a level that seems to take some of that pressure off....
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How fun is this!? I imagine you've got life by the horns now!
I'm curious what your maintenance calories have been?
Thanks!! Yeah, I finally seem to have a handle on how to maintain. I maintain with 1500 calories during the week (Monday through Thursday) Since Sept I have taken my weekends off... I don't weigh, log or calculate anything Friday through Sunday and then back to it on Monday. This has worked well for me.0 -
Wonderful job!! You look adorable, and I so love that pic of your little weiner dog between you and your man
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abbynormal52 wrote: »Wonderful job!! You look adorable, and I so love that pic of your little weiner dog between you and your man
Thank you ma'am! We love our dachshunds... we have two.
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My current weight is actually 157.20
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You are amazing. I hope you are incredibly proud of yourself.1
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SisterSueGetsFit wrote: »You are amazing. I hope you are incredibly proud of yourself.
I really do appreciate that! When I first reached goal, I was complimented quiet often... not so much anymore. Now folks are becoming familiar with how I look. I know I worked hard and yes, I am proud of the changes I have made & conquered. I do feel much healthier & happier too! Thank you again!!0 -
It has been almost a year since I lost more than 100 lbs. September 15th will make 1 year since I have been in maintenance. I like to come and post updated pictures in hopes to inspire others.
In January of 2017 I was beginning to wheeze (not even being sick) when I laid down at night. Today, I ran 4 miles. Not consecutively... but if you'd told me I'd be able to run 4 miles when I started this journey I would have laughed hysterically.
Since last September I have taken my weekends off and I eat what I want... WITHIN reason. I don't gorge myself, but if I want a cheese steak sub, Chinese, pizza, french fries... whatever it may be... I tend to have that more on the weekends when possible and then back to my healthy lifestyle ways first thing Monday morning. My weight ranges between 159 and 165 with 165 being Monday mornings after my weekend off and then I kick it back down during the week. This route isn't for everyone, but it has worked well for me. I can't believe it's been almost a year since I lost all that weight.
You can reach your goals and then some. I am proof of that!! If I can do it, anyone can!!
In the wedding photo was taken June 2nd, 2018 at my oldest son's wedding.
These next two photos are from my 25th Wedding Anniversary. We celebrated with a trip to Charleston. Photos were taken June 12, 2018.
And this last photo was just taken on July 19th, 2018.
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You look like a million bucks, TAX-FREE!
W W what an inspirational winner you are! 1 -
NewLIFEstyle4ME wrote: »You look like a million bucks, TAX-FREE!
W W what an inspirational winner you are!
Thank you, @NewLIFEstyle4ME ~ I appreciate that compliment. I share my updates in hope that my story will show someone who is struggling or questioning themselves that they can also do it too!!1 -
you look so much younger & happier. Im sure your self esteem has also risen. Love all the photos1
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SuesNewImage wrote: »you look so much younger & happier. Im sure your self esteem has also risen. Love all the photos
@SuesNewImage, My self esteem is much better, yes. It has been a process though. Losing that much weight changes you physically and the mental part has to play catch up. I still have days... but I probably always will. I was obese for more than 23 years. My oldest son will be 24 in October and last year was the first time he's ever seen me this size.4 -
Wow. @ChelleDee07 You are one amazing woman. I love your sense of adventure and fun, even before you lost the weight. But now, you are truly an inspiration! Congrats! Not only on the loss but the maintenance!
Rock on! You beat the dragons! The loot is yours!2 -
Amazing and thank you for posting, please continue to post!1
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Great job girl! I'm proud of you.1
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Congrats, you truly are an inspiration. Do you struggle with loose skin or did it retract pretty good? I'm currently 36lbs from goal having started at 363lbs! Im worried that the skin is my next hurdle1
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Well done! You look amazing! You look really well. You took control and I’m thrilled for you. Your husband looks so proud and I love your little dog too. You’re an inspiration for all of us. x1
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@dhiammarath , Thank you for such kind words. I really appreciate them more than I can say.
@bigmanatee , Thank you and I sure will. I think it is important for others to see that it is a lifestyle change and it is possible to maintain.
@adotbaby , Thank you!! Means a lot!
@saresimsr36 , I do have some loose skin, but it is nothing like I thought it would be. I started doing some strength training and I know that helped to minimize it. My gym offers free classes with a personal trainer and I utilized those. I know that part of it is based on genetics, but I truly believe that taking the classes and working on areas other than just cardio made a difference. I have bat wings, I have the mama pooch (but I also had three 10lb babies). Again... it's not that bad though and I'd do it all over again!!
@nevermind18 , Thank you for your kind compliments. Yes, my husband was/is very proud. He didn't change his lifestyle with me, but he was my biggest supporter & cheerleader for sure! Oh yes... we love our dachshunds and Brissy and Ollie are both spoiled rotten. Thank you for saying that... This is why I share my story. To inspire and motivate others.1 -
Just posting an update with recent pictures. It’s been 1 year and 9 months exactly that I have maintained my loss of more than 100 lbs.
Y’all can do this!!6 -
What an amazing job you have done! I will be there someday...0
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doxielvr13 wrote: »What an amazing job you have done! I will be there someday...
Thank you! I have no doubt that you can do it. If I can, anyone can.
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Wow! You look awesome!
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What an inspiration! I told myself on June 22nd of this year that I was going to lose 100 lbs. in the next year. You have proven I can do it!!! Perhaps I will get on my husband's Indian Motorcycle then.0
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@ChelleDee07 Thanks for the update! Fantastic inspiration!0
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doxielvr13 wrote: »What an amazing job you have done! I will be there someday...
You can be! Just set your mind to it and don't lose hope or focus. Surround yourself with folks that will consistently support your choices.0
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