Lost 166lbs and going strong (pic)

BeUncommon

I have lost 166 lbs (11stone, 12lbs) The road has been very difficult and sometimes very painful but I have kept my momentum up to carry on. It is not over and still have quite a way to go but I will get there. It has been a very long time since I have seen myself even at the size I currently am. I came to a crossroad when my Dad died where I made a very important decision, that was to either die as well or to be very strong (like him) and change my life. Awhile back I read a quote online and it stopped me dead in my tracks because it applied to me perfectly.
"Sometimes the most painful endings, can also lead to the most beautiful beginnings"
That says it all right there. The most painful thing I have ever had to deal with in life, had given me the strength to change my own.
For anyone wondering how I am achieving my weight loss it is good old fashion calorie counting. I am counting calories in my sleep...lol Nothing goes in my mouth that I don't know the calories for 🙂 Exercise as well, I walk 3.5 to 4 miles a day. I am walking bone on bone with my right knee as I need a replacement so those miles are extremely painful.. but hey, I am my fathers daughter!! I can achieve anything.
Doing all this during lockdown has made it even harder but I tell you, I cannot wait for those stores to open so I can get myself a new pair of trainers 🙂

I don't normally like to talk about my weight or anything but If I can inspire one person to keep going then I'm good

lcharpentier2

Congratulations your doing great

cgtuit

You're amazing! I can't thank you enough for your post! I have been struggling with getting myself back on a diet and have been using the loss of my mother and the pandemic as an excuse to use food as a comfort. I know that this can't go on. I am very concerned about my health & I know I need to do something about it starting today! I haven't logged in to this website for well over a year, but decided I needed to get back to tracking my food intake and calories. I just happened to see a link to your post on the side menu, and reading about your experience has given me the boost and encouragement I needed! You are a true inspiration and a wonderful role model for us all! Congratulations!!!

Ringbearer2

You are amazing!

snowflake954

Very nice! So far, so good. Wishing you all the best with your future goals.

brenn24179

that is great you did the positive thing after your Dad died, so many go the other way. Congratulations!

Poobah1972

That's amazing, I've barely started my journey but I have a similar amount of weight to lose. Thank you for posting, it is very inspring!

MrsAcyprus2015

What an achievement! You should be so incredibly proud of yourself. Good luck with the rest of your journey

BethCW2963

Your story is inspiring. I am so sorry for the loss of your father but happy that you are honoring his memory through your weight loss. I am just starting my journey and have a lot of weight to lose and I also have to push through the pain when exercising since I also have a bad knee and need my hips replaced. BUT...I am determined!

Best of luck on your continued journey and thank you for sharing your story.

abracadabra9933

Fantastic! What a difference! I love your story of finding a new beginning from a sad end. Your determination is inspiring.

PAnn1

My sympathy on your loss. Never easy to lose those we love. I'm happy that you have found your way to a healthier lifestyle, that too isn't easy. What you have achieved thus far is amazing! With your mindset you will have no problem reaching your goal. I'm sure your dad is looking down at you and smiling :-)

stringsNlinks

Sorry to hear of the loss of your dad - and KUDOS to you in making an amazing transformation. You are stronger & more beautiful than ever! Here's to continued good health and happiness for you.

jilliow

Thank you for sharing your story! I know it will help others who have faced similar challenges. I wish you success on your continued journey.

imgwendolyn2015

What an achievement! You are doing great!

jrh_this_better_work

What strength of character you are showing by finding the beautiful beginning. Well done and all the best as you continue!

karmen65

WOW!!! What a beautiful beginning you are creating for yourself. Thank you for sharing. This has inspired me so much ... and I NEED that inspiration in a really big way!!! Day 4 for me ... and I have a LONG road ahead of me.

BeUncommon

Thank you for the kind words everyone Please feel free to add me as a friend! I wish you all good luck on your journeys.. I am glad that I have inspired some of you xo

cyfehr76

Fantastic job!!!!

roadtrippen4fun

Absolutely fantastic! Your hard work is exactly what MFP is all about! Thanks for the inspiration!

FreeFor40

What an amazing story and congrats on your fantastic accomplishments. What you are creating for yourself is the greatest gift and will surely motivate and inspire many. Have a great weekend.

Vanessa1969

You are inspiring.

rontuueyeslikeafox

You are amazing! So inspiring

tomdelia1

An amazing accomplishment! I did like your short pixie haircut, though.

dream_body_happy_soul

Oh wow, you are amazing. Thank you for your truly inspiring story.

Joyfulandactive

[Absolutely incredible! You are so inspiring - 166lbs!!!!!!! WOW! You definitely are my inspiration I admire you so much xx

Inez305

You are so inspiring. I am only two months in and whilst I am happy with my progress I am often daunted with how far I have to go. You have shown that big weight loss is possible and I feel I can keep going and will get there however long it takes. 166 lbs is just amazing and you look amazing too!

BeUncommon

tomdelia1 wrote: »

An amazing accomplishment! I did like your short pixie haircut, though.

Yes I have covid hair at the moment...lol

BeUncommon

Inez305 wrote: »

You are so inspiring. I am only two months in and whilst I am happy with my progress I am often daunted with how far I have to go. You have shown that big weight loss is possible and I feel I can keep going and will get there however long it takes. 166 lbs is just amazing and you look amazing too!

Yes I totally understand how daunting it is.. I still feel the same way. I have come this far but still have quite a way to go but you just have to try and stay positive and stay focused on your goal I have struggled with weight my entire life and have tried so many different kinds of diets.. I think you have to really want it bad to achieve it.

katbat007

This is amazing and so inspirational - thank you.

MaltedTea

@BeUncommon thank you for sharing your strength with us!

shabanabibi1986

BeUncommon wrote: »

I have lost 166 lbs (11stone, 12lbs) The road has been very difficult and sometimes very painful but I have kept my momentum up to carry on. It is not over and still have quite a way to go but I will get there. It has been a very long time since I have seen myself even at the size I currently am. I came to a crossroad when my Dad died where I made a very important decision, that was to either die as well or to be very strong (like him) and change my life. Awhile back I read a quote online and it stopped me dead in my tracks because it applied to me perfectly.
"Sometimes the most painful endings, can also lead to the most beautiful beginnings"
That says it all right there. The most painful thing I have ever had to deal with in life, had given me the strength to change my own.
For anyone wondering how I am achieving my weight loss it is good old fashion calorie counting. I am counting calories in my sleep...lol Nothing goes in my mouth that I don't know the calories for 🙂 Exercise as well, I walk 3.5 to 4 miles a day. I am walking bone on bone with my right knee as I need a replacement so those miles are extremely painful.. but hey, I am my fathers daughter!! I can achieve anything.
Doing all this during lockdown has made it even harder but I tell you, I cannot wait for those stores to open so I can get myself a new pair of trainers 🙂

I don't normally like to talk about my weight or anything but If I can inspire one person to keep going then I'm good

Thank you for sharing your story. I know it has motivated many including myself.
I was about to give up but reading the part about your knee makes me want to try harder myself. Great job.