365 days of logging, 50 pounds gone w/ pix

RunningMom42

Today I hit 365 days of logging with MFP. I've really stuggled the last few months and I don't feel like much of a success story. I thought some blatant attention seeking might make me feel a little better on my "anniversary".
Since last August I start running and plan to run my first half marathon in October and I'm on track to run over 1000 miles this calendar year. I finished Insanity about 6 weeks ago. I have ChaLEAN Extreme but I'm still trying to find a good deal on some heavier weights.
I still struggle with food and lately find myself snacking way too much. Just a little handful of this or that but all day long. I'm actually up 4 pounds from my low weight after a couple of bad weekends...
I wanted to add that I went from 195 to 145 (another 20 to go), size 16/XL to size 8/M. I lost a half shoe size and two full ring sizes.
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JJAustin

You look awesome. Thanks for posting pics, very motivational

kln308

You look great! 1000 miles? Half marathon? Amazing, all of it!

jennygeo1

You look amazing! I'm really impressed by how much running you are doing! When ever you feel down about "progress" (whether in the mirror or on the scale) you should look at how far you have come fitness-wise - because that is amazing!

Keep up the great work!

Colbyandsage

You look awesome! 50 lbs in a year is great, you should be very proud! Plus you look like a new person!

I am a runner, training for a first full this fall, send me friend req if you're looking for more buddies

kathyrazz

You look GREAT! Good for you. I'm also a runner..training for my 2nd half in September, but haven't lost all the weight that you have! Friend me too if you're looking for more buddies.

hamminit

You are doing great! You look awesome- thanks for the inspiration :flowerforyou:

Dipmom

Wow... you look amazing. Your arms and shoulders are so toned, and I think you should go sleeveless everyday!

zeusbella

YOUR AN INSPIRATION!!!

hfitpal

Fabulous!

PunkinSpice79

Way to go!

kewpiecyster

Awesome job!

bwcetc

You look great! You're doing great! Don't let a little blip ... and that's all it is ... a little blip on the journey ... derail this spectacular effort.

Crochetluvr

Congratulations!! You look FAB!!!

lulukittie

You look fantastic! Amazing work!

Luuvy

You look amazing!!! Thanks for the inspiration :-)

JesseDP00

You look absolutely beautiful

leachjg

You look great. Thanks for the encouragement! It is just a little blimp in the road. While you are running just jump back on the wagon.

kristyn927

Congrats!!! You look amazing!!! Fantastic job! You are an inspiration to me. One year and losing 50 lbs is like a lb a week, and that's what i've been losing since havin my daughter in february. Seeing your transformation really makes me want to stick with it. The lbs really do add up and make a difference! Congrats again!!!!!

kaylanlynnNW

You look good girl! Stay encouraged.

LizDHarris

Looking good - well done with your achievement. Keep at it, you know you are worth it.

TipTopMMR

AWESOME!!!!! You look (and, I hope FEEL) INCREDIBLE!

ktpod1

Your transformation is outstanding! Thank you so much for sharing!

Sharifoley

Sounds to me like you need to refocus on yourself and start fresh. I think you should start by rewarding yourself and celebrating the new you. You look like a new person! Perhaps a getaway - shopping trip, massage, spa, salon, new workout gear - whatever and EVERYTHING you can think of. Make a list. Instead of the weight loss ticker to slim yourself down, make a new ticker with goals to build yourself up. I was looking for inspiration this morning, so I clicked on your story. I wasn't disappointed! You have done fabulously, and you look so fit.

RunningMom42

Thanks for the kind words, everyone! It was good to remind myself of how far I've come rather than what I've got left to do. These last 20 pounds will be a huge struggle!

FindingMyself24

Fabulous job!! You look great!

Kittyvicious1

What you have accomplished is amazing. I too started at 195. In 5 months I lost 12lbs. I wish I can say I was where you are today. Looking at your pics gives me motivation to keep pushing. To be honest you dont look like you need to lose 20more lbs. But good luck on that as well. You can do it.

aquarabbit

There is SUCH a difference! Even if it's a bumpy road, the progress is huge! You look beautiful! And so does the little miss in her sunglasses right next to you! Even if you aren't exactly where you want to be yet, you definitely deserve to feel proud. 365 days is serious commitment. You're awesome. Enjoy the rewards of what you've done and don't dwell on the things that haven't come, as a wise woman once told me. It's worth a celebration!

mayonie1

Wow you looking good! Great inspiration.

TXBelle1174

You look great! I have a long way to go and get really frustrated with the whole thing sometimes. I needed to read your post today. Thank you! Keep up the great work.

maryannelk

The change in your face is amazing!! You look great! Thanks for sharing!