What 435 Pounds Looks Like :)

Quasita

I still have a long way to go and everything but I have reached the 50 pounds lost mark. This post is my celebrating this fact.

A little about me...

I'm a former athlete that, due to debilitating injuries, was forced to retire, which generated a host of problems for me. Suffering from anorexia, binge eating, and major depression, I gained over 150 pounds my first year off the bench. Over the course of the next several years, my difficulties with eating and depression caused a clinical starvation mode. While I was ill with this condition, I continued to gain due to several contributing factors, and struggled more with Refeeding Syndrome. You can read more about that in my blog if you care to learn.

Anyway, after all was said and done, after hormone therapy and a couple more serious spinal injuries, I found myself seeking surgical repair for my spine. When at the surgeon's office, I was measured for height and weight. I clocked in at 6'0.5" and 485 pounds. Not only had my injuries made me shrink 2 inches, but I had gotten precariously close to the half-a-ton mark.

I felt utterly devastated and disgusted in myself. The doctor told me that he wouldn't consider a repair until I had lost at least 200 pounds. It seemed an impossible goal.

Now, I have been working at this for over a year, and with several ups and downs due to illness and surgery. I have lost and regained the same 20ish pounds several times. This time, however, it's sticking. I'm still going down, and it's honestly the first real proof of success I've had in this battle since... well, my whole life.

So I know people usually only want to see sexy before and afters, or when people have met their overall goals, but I thought it was time to embrace the fact that any goal is a good goal. I'm happy to say I have met my first one.

Feel free to add me and root me on in the journey, more friends are always welcome.

camilleme73

Fan_****ing-Tastic!!! Congrats girl:bigsmile:

rileysowner

Great job. Keep at it.

MB_Positif

No, people like to see stories like yours too. There is someone that will read this that is at the point you were at with the 20 pounds up and down. Seeing that you have broken through that barrier WILL motivate someone!

Good luck!

kellyskitties

It is one of your first in a series - and what a fabulous series it will be!

I am so happy for you that you are able to be so open about it AND here with us to support you.

You are doing a great job - results are the proof - and you are among friends.

boyetck

Keep up the good work. I resulted in Lap-band surgery and I am loving it.

weightedfootsteps

I'm so happy for you that you are taking this journey and taking charge of your life! So sorry you had to have those injuries! It looks like you have found what works for you and gotten yourself through the fluctuation of weight! WTG! You got this! I wish you all the luck possible on your journey...and I am going to send you a friend request...We can inspire each other

SLLRunner

Quasita,

Keep it up. Your story is amazing.

Deipneus

All the best to you. I see wild success in your future.

thisgalsjourney

Well done!! Keep going!! Congrats!!!

Joanne_happygramma

You are an amazing inspiration, and will continue to be one for many people. I look forward to seeing each of your successes.

Cheers
Joanne

Samuraiko

Go you! And screw the whole "sexy" before/after thing. SUCCESS is sexy!

Articeluvsmemphis

VERY HAPAYYYYYYYY FOR YOU

Mini_horse_lover

You're doing an amazing job Keep it up!

Artaxia

Great job!! Keep up with it and you'll be able to get your surgery that you're in need of!

AnnaMarieDinVa

Your story is very inspirational! 50 lbs is pretty darn good. Keep up the good work! I'm looking forward to more updates from you in the future.

fatfudgery

Hell. Yes.



You're awesome. Keep it up!

Lala041185

Who cares about Sexy Success stories?!?!?!? I so prefer real people with real struggles who reach their goals over seeing some so claimed "Sexy success stories. You are awesome and will kick some major *kitten*!!!! Way to go

trishgrace

That's awesome Q! In all honesty You look much better than I do at 270. Awesome job!

dareacceptor

Go you! And screw the whole "sexy" before/after thing. SUCCESS is sexy!

^^
This! Success is sexy - great work!!

ButterflyDame

He'll yes!!! You go girl :flowerforyou:

SherbAliciouS

Awesome and inspirational. You can do it, stay on GRIND. I can't even post my 277 lb self on here. Sexy-what? I admire you and I see the others that do too! Keep it up, you're doing great!

qtgonewild

50 pounds is a big deal! Awesome mark. keep it up!

NicGAlpha

I love the strength! It's tough, but you're doing amazing! Great story!!!!! You go, girl!

Edit: (I forgot I was logged in to my boyfriend's account :P lol! Sorry! My mfp name is dianamatienzo in case you'd like to add me )

mjay26

Congratulations on meeting your first goal! That is fantastic!! Keep it up :flowerforyou:

Jesysca

Believe yourself, you can do it. keep your body moving, more exercises, and eat less. Everything will be alright and get back again in time. Good luck!! )

OMGeeeHorses

I would rather hear this story, than an already there story Kudos to them, but I am not their yet! Still have 160lbs to go!

shmatichka

Congrats on your progress, and may I say a have a great respect for you!
You are a strong and brave lady :flowerforyou:

Fab30s

This is awesome!! Congrats on the 50 and keep at it, you're doing fabulously!!

t1954

Hello,
You can do it. Just never give up. Please read my profile for proof. I have lost 322# and I am 59 years old. It's never too late. If it was easy anybody could do it. All the best and good luck.

Miffylou

Congratulations 50 pounds is a huge accomplishment and you should be proud. ????????