Evolution of a Face (126 lbs down)

wizbeth1218

The other day I wrote a blog post and included a face-pic from October of last year (you can read the post here - http://fatgirldiariesonline.blog.com/2013/08/22/listing-to-port/ - if you are interested).

I looked at the picture and thought, "I don't recognize myself." My next thought was, "I really looked like that?!"

And that made me look through some older pictures, and then snap a quick selfie today.

After 126 pounds lost, the changes to my body are pretty astounding (even if I do say so myself), but I don't often look back and compare just facial differences.



I gotta admit, it's pretty stinkin' awesome to look at pictures of myself and actually like them. That's probably one of the biggest changes over the last 11 months: I actually like the way I look (as long as I have clothes on... 'cause I have a lot of excess skin <shudder> ). :noway:

What I did/am doing: Eliminated binge trigger foods like chocolate & refined sugars. Closely monitor high-carb foods because I have difficulty limiting those portions. Joined a 12-step program for food addiction. Eat mostly lean meats, fruits, vegetables, and high-protein nutrient-dense foods. Eat three sensible, clean meals daily with maybe one snack. Exercise 5-7 times weekly: started with 30DS, then added free weights with elliptical, then C25K & free weights. Currently training for a half-marathon using Hal Higdon's program. 1,200 - 1,400 calories daily. Water is my only beverage.

Find what works for you and keep doing it. You are worth it.

lauren282

Well done - what an amazing difference!

loveswalking

Wow you look great. Did you eat back your excerise calories?

0Caligirl0

Amazing transformation!!!

crystaldport

You.Are.Awesome.

wizbeth1218

Did you eat back your excerise calories?

Sometimes, I eat back some of them. Maybe 100-200 calories. Just a little extra wiggle room.

dreamer12151

Looks great! There are some pretty big changes there, but one thing remained - your beautiful smile!

dianahoo

Awesome results! Many congrats!

lithezebra

You look beautiful!

5ftnFun

i just checked out some of your pics on your profile and lady, you have done a wonderful job all over, not just in your face!
Beautifully done!

alishacupcake

Awesome job girl!! You look amazing!!

Corbinsmom

You are awesome and I'm so fortunate to have you for a friend. There aren't words to say how awesome you have done. there just arent Way to go!!!!!! Big hug and a major happy dance for you!

jasonalvear

I am loving this face evolution idea! Great job and you look so happy!

bikermike5094

thats so cool!! congrats

trainerbarb

Yay you! You were beautiful before, and now.... I am envous!

dbletwins

Those are some very impressive pictures! Excellent job!

julesyb1982

Dang girl! Great job. You look fantabulous.

staceycakes71

Wow you look 20 years younger! :happy:

Hildy_J

Gorgeous results. Well done. xxx

wizbeth1218

Thanks, friends! You know how to make a heart happy. :smooched: :flowerforyou:

JRSchumaker

You look amazing, and your happiness is evident. Congratulations!

DonaGail

wow, that is an amazing transformation! You were always very gorgeous, now youre like a..I dont know, a gorgeous pixie..haha!
So, is this how you imagined how you would look when you lost the weight? I want short hair but feel way too fat for now. Anyway, a big congratulations to you!

thelifeilove1

You are beautiful in each of the pictures, but look so much healthier now. Congratulations on your remarkable feat. I have a similar strategy and am just getting started. Hoping for the same sort of success. I'll follow your maintenance.

lsamllr7

You are so awesome. I hope to be as succesful as you. You look terrific.

lolsauce

Wow 126!! That's no small feat. You look beautiful

jedgarner11

great job

OneWildAndPreciousLife

Congratulations! You look amazing!