87lbs GONE!!! Pics

BarbaraReynolds0316

FINALLY hit my goal today! Pretty much anyone that has seen me in the last 6 months knows a little of this but for those of you that don’t…86 pounds lost and gone FOREVER. I didn’t take measurements but I know it’s been about 12 inches just off my waist!! It’s taken me about 11 months and lots & lots of walking and elliptical hours, but oh so worth it! I’m so thankful for my amazing husband and kiddos for supporting me and walking with me or hanging together while mommy got her work outs in. Thank you to everyone else for your support and encouraging words also. It’s a total cliché but diet & exercise really are the only way to do it. No pills, supplements, shakes, or fancy programs for this girl. It really has been a lifestyle change. There were several all out cheat days in there (I did start this journey 3 weeks before Thanksgiving) but getting right back into the healthy lifestyle without letting one day (or 5 in a row) ruin all my hard work is truly the key. So to all those that say it will never happen for you, take it from someone that has struggled with weight pretty much as long as I can remember, all it takes is one day to start the change. I did not start this time saying this is going to be THE time I actually keep at it…and I think that’s why it actually stuck with me. Do what works for you and don’t worry about all those perfect meal plans and fitness plans and expensive quick fixes. It’s hard work but so worth it!! The before pictures were really hard for me to look at let alone share! For a better view of the pics

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krysmck317

You look fantastic! A very BIG Congratulations!

jgolden3

You look great girl! Well done

Grimmerick

Whoa!! Sensational!!!

sslopez24

Awsome!! You look fantactic! I am glad your family was so supportive. Can't wait to get at least half way to my goal!

aldaroya

Congrats to you! You look sooooo happy you should be so proud of yourself its such a big deal to make and achive a goal like that! WTG!!!

ckhardeman

You look awesome. Great Job.

BadassCrossfitMama

You look amazing! Great job!!!!

ChristinaOrtiz23

wow, you look amazing, like a new person, congradulations!!!

mjkanaan

In every picture, you look younger and younger! You should be so proud of all your hard work and dedication! You look amazing!!! Congratulations! :flowerforyou:

Pangea250

You look fantastic! And the weight loss took the color right out of your hair too! Love it!

BoomstickChick

awesome job!

sandy_gee

Wooooooop! Fantastic hard work! How tall are you?

qtgonewild

thank you for sharing. what an amazing accomplishment. you look fantastic.

maddogg82

Thats awesome thanks for sharing i love looking at peoples progress. Helps motivate me.

lookatthosepipes

Wow my weight loss goal is 85lbs so it is so inspirational to see your success. Congratulations! Be proud! You earned it!

Strobins05

Congrats on your success in weight loss, keep going strong!:flowerforyou:

jrhm

You look great, now comes maintenance...Please stay with MFP, it really helps with maintenance. It makes you stay with the program of keeping track of what you eat and really helps keep the weight off.

hdyanneh

You look fabulous! So youthful!!

Tam2oh

Wow, you look a decade younger! I can't believe you're 30!

SexyLovinmeCook

Man you look like a whole different person...This is great motivation....Nice job

BarbaraReynolds0316

I'm 5'6". I went from 236.5 to 150. I'm not sure on an exact start weight but that was the last one I could remember. It could have been a little higher.

JewelsinBigD

Absolutely fantastic! Life is long girl- don't let it slip back on or you will find it harder the next time - age is a metabolism killer.

leslilippthomas

AWESOME!!!! You look great! Congrats to you on achieving your goal and DREAM!!

cosmonew

In every picture, you look younger and younger! You should be so proud of all your hard work and dedication! You look amazing!!! Congratulations! :flowerforyou:

Yes, you look so young now, and I mean that in a GREAT way

bkyoun

You really look amazing. Great job!

mustang6411

You look awesome!!!

Vivian06703188

Wonderful job you should be so proud of yourself! Congrats!

HealthWoke0ish

Awesome! The "new you" looks like your "old you's" daughter. I'm blown away. Great job! :happy:

TentacleTango

Oh my gosh, congratulations! You are gorgeous, before and after, but now you look so proud of yourself and you should be! I've been worrying about losing 85lbs myself and seeing how amazing you look, how worth it it is, I can't wait.

Kevalicious99

Skinny jeans time. Way to go .. .looks like your hard work has really paid off. I am sure that you are feeling just wonderful right about now.