I DID IT! And didn't count a single calorie... (PICS)
eugovogue
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I always feel like I'm making a mountain out of a molehill when I share my success because it's not so dramatic in comparison to others', but what the hell! I DID IT! I REACHED MY PERSONAL GOAL!! 
On Nov. 13th 2013 I made it my goal to lose 10lbs (yeah I know, not that much). I started at 156 size 8 (at least at some stores):
I wanted to get results fast so I did the restricting calories thing for a few days to no avail. I felt it was too neurotic to count calories and weigh and measure food. It takes the enjoyment out of it, TO ME anyway. So I merely committed to eating whole, nutritious foods, cut down on packaged snacks and fast food, and to stop eating when I felt full. I also only drank variations of water (water, tea, seltzer) Did none of that macros or micros stuff either. Just too much for a beginner to take on. I also stopped eating out, and when I did I ate things that were obviously healthy (my favorite being the salads at Devon and Blakely!) Along with that, in the first 4 weeks I exercised 6-7 days a week. And then for the rest of the time I calmed down to about 4-5 days/week.
And the results:
This is me just today at 144lbs! So yah, I know. Doesn't look DRAMATICALLY different! But what the camera may not show is that I LOST 12LBS! So 2lbs more than my goal. And 12lbs shows on a tiny little 5'3 frame like mine. Also, I went from creeping up to a size 8 to being able to fit into my size 4 Gap pencil skirt that couldn't even make it up past my thighs last summer (forreal). I also feel MUCH MUCH stronger and have muscles to show for it (hello abs!!!). I cannot believe it happened this quickly or at all because I did not restrict myself over the holidays, and always added cheat meals throughout my week (maybe 2 or 3 a week). Just goes to show you don't have to sacrifice or feel unfulfilled while on your weight loss journey. I was going to begin to really restrict carbs but thanks to the advice on here, I felt i didn't need to. Just needed to eat them in moderation (potato chips WERE eaten on my journey lol)
Best little caveat of starting this journey: I'm a singer/songwriter. Building up endurance by running not only gave me more lung control but gave me more lung capacity which is essential to holding notes and making them fuller. YIPPEE!
I plan to keep on doing exactly what I'm doing. Though, I have a birthday next week (hello 23!) and plan to eat a alot of pizza and drink a lot of wine. Now that I've been tending to my health and fitness for 60 days, it's become a solidified habit. It's no longer just a diet, but a lifestyle
I hope my pictures showed up!!
yay!
On Nov. 13th 2013 I made it my goal to lose 10lbs (yeah I know, not that much). I started at 156 size 8 (at least at some stores):
I wanted to get results fast so I did the restricting calories thing for a few days to no avail. I felt it was too neurotic to count calories and weigh and measure food. It takes the enjoyment out of it, TO ME anyway. So I merely committed to eating whole, nutritious foods, cut down on packaged snacks and fast food, and to stop eating when I felt full. I also only drank variations of water (water, tea, seltzer) Did none of that macros or micros stuff either. Just too much for a beginner to take on. I also stopped eating out, and when I did I ate things that were obviously healthy (my favorite being the salads at Devon and Blakely!) Along with that, in the first 4 weeks I exercised 6-7 days a week. And then for the rest of the time I calmed down to about 4-5 days/week.
And the results:
This is me just today at 144lbs! So yah, I know. Doesn't look DRAMATICALLY different! But what the camera may not show is that I LOST 12LBS! So 2lbs more than my goal. And 12lbs shows on a tiny little 5'3 frame like mine. Also, I went from creeping up to a size 8 to being able to fit into my size 4 Gap pencil skirt that couldn't even make it up past my thighs last summer (forreal). I also feel MUCH MUCH stronger and have muscles to show for it (hello abs!!!). I cannot believe it happened this quickly or at all because I did not restrict myself over the holidays, and always added cheat meals throughout my week (maybe 2 or 3 a week). Just goes to show you don't have to sacrifice or feel unfulfilled while on your weight loss journey. I was going to begin to really restrict carbs but thanks to the advice on here, I felt i didn't need to. Just needed to eat them in moderation (potato chips WERE eaten on my journey lol)
Best little caveat of starting this journey: I'm a singer/songwriter. Building up endurance by running not only gave me more lung control but gave me more lung capacity which is essential to holding notes and making them fuller. YIPPEE!
I plan to keep on doing exactly what I'm doing. Though, I have a birthday next week (hello 23!) and plan to eat a alot of pizza and drink a lot of wine. Now that I've been tending to my health and fitness for 60 days, it's become a solidified habit. It's no longer just a diet, but a lifestyle
I hope my pictures showed up!!
yay!
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Amazing!! And a success story isn't measured by the pounds lost or sizes dropped. You set a goal and reached it, be proud!!0
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Amazing!! And a success story isn't measured by the pounds lost or sizes dropped. You set a goal and reached it, be proud!!
^ I totally agree! Congrats on the new lifestyle!0 -
congratulations, you're very inspirational!0
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WELL DONE !!!!! Good for you
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beautiful! you look *great!!!!0
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Great job!!! You look awesome :flowerforyou:0
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girl you look great! I see a big difference!0
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thanks so much!!! 0
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Great job!0
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Impressive....good work!0
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Wow! I'm of the same height, 5'3 and same SW at 156lbs! I'm down to 118lbs now but my belly fat is so stubborn that it won't go away. Your results were amazing, please share your routine workout, I really want to tone especially my tummy area. Amazing job! Congrats! 0
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Fantastic work, u look great! I've done pretty much the same as u food wise, not counted a single calorie and I've lost 7 lbs! Because of eating mainly clean I never feel sick after a meal or horribly bloated, it's certainly the way forward!0
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that's awesome! and it shows!!
I thought I was eating well (healthy) until I saw really HOW well with the calorie counter lol so logging helps me and keeps me honest and accountable! I was probably eating at least twice my daily requirement. to each their own! so happy for you! it IS really about your food and exercise, there is no magic formula. good for you for changing your lifestyle and happy birthday!:drinker:0 -
wow! you looked good in the before and the after. 0
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You look great! Be super proud of yourself!0
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Amazing!! And a success story isn't measured by the pounds lost or sizes dropped. You set a goal and reached it, be proud!!
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Well done! You look great!0 -
WOW! I'll be honest - the counting, measuring, etc is not working for me cause I'm not following the rules, been holding on to my last 12 pounds almost a year because I hate having to measure and count and write down, I just want to live my life. I shall follow your program and see what it accomplishes for me. Tossing out that dam bag of sugar right.........NOW!
I want to look like your BEFORE picture!0 -
Your before is basically where I was at before I decided to mess up my metabolism by going on various diets (including starvation, low carb etc). I wish I had done what you did and used common sense to lose the weight gradually and sensibly. Now I have 80lbs to lose to get to were I was in high school. Or getting to 20-25% body fat, whichever comes first.0
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Those ten pounds make a difference in more than just appearance! They make a difference in your health, too! Congrats, and do what's best for you! 0
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Nice. Can see the difference.0
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You look amazing! Sounds like you did everything right. Congrats and even though it wasn't as huge a loss as others it's definitely worth sharing and celebrating....I'm equally happy for you. :flowerforyou:0
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Great results!!!0
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You look great!!0
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Impressed in so many ways! You are proof that there's more than one true way to do this. Thx for sharing! You look great.0
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Fantastic! I am also a shoorty and you are so right about how even just a few pounds make a difference in our figures. Im down 8 pounds, cant wiat to be down with you!0
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You look hot lady! I am sooo jealous! (But very happy for you! :flowerforyou: )0
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Awesome way to go!0
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Just what I needed to read today. Congrats and thanks for sharing. 0
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10 pounds definitely made a visual difference. Nice job!0
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Love your story! You look amaaaaazing! I'm 5'3'' as well and dream of having a body like that Thanks for sharing! 0
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