Any 70lb weight-loss success stories?

abbeyoconnor99

:bigsmile: im aiming to lose 70 lbs by july 6/7 month, and looking for motivation all success stories welcome! :bigsmile:

Rage_Phish

I'm just a over 70lbs so far. Haven't updated my pics ina while, but there are some before and an old after pic in there

lost 60 or so with diet alone, but have added weight lifting which has made a HUGE impact in the way my body looks. Even though lbs are falling off slower the differance in the way my body looks is a huge change. I cant suggest weight lifting enough

Good luck and kick some *kitten*!

abbeyoconnor99

I just seen your photo's You look incredible! congrats :happy: i cant wait until the day i get to share my success stories :ohwell:

lemur_lady

I have lost 72lbs in about 8 1/2 months. I did start off quite heavy though at 308lbs so it has dropped off quite quickly so far. I second what the previous person said about weight lifting.

Good luck!

RBXChas

I lost 82 lbs in about 11 months after baby #1. I'm doing it again after baby #2, but nursing is screwing up my loss; no one ever tells you that nursing might make you hang on to weight! (I mostly formula-fed my first, so I didn't know by experience.)

Anyway, I did it by eating 1200 calories/day and not eating back exercise calories. I now realize that I could have done better (look here for guidance: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/975025-in-place-of-a-road-map-short-n-sweet ). I didn't start exercising until about 4.5-5 months in, but I ran or took Spinning classes 5-6 days/week.

ETA that I didn't do much strength training last time but should have. I did some HIIT body work (squats, burpees, etc). I was able to lose weight without exercise, but the exercise really improved the shape.

TheGymGypsy

Yes! I have lost 70 and am looking to lose a few more! My story is on my profile.

abbeyoconnor99

thats amazing! what type of cardio do you do? and ive never tried weight lifting the only place id be able to do it is at a gym, and usually everytime im there that section is over-run with obsessed teenage boys! :frown:

melzielkie

Down 129lbs!

If I can do this I promise you you can do this as well!! Keep with it and you will not be disappointed:)

abbeyoconnor99

congrats:bigsmile: ! and maybe i should start weight training then everyone seems to be mentioning it :indifferent:

abbeyoconnor99

amazing!

abbeyoconnor99

thats awesome you must be so proud of yourself :bigsmile: do you mind if i ask what diet/fitness you do? :happy:

WhisperAnne

I lost 145 pounds..if you need any help message me (=

TheGymGypsy

thats awesome you must be so proud of yourself :bigsmile: do you mind if i ask what diet/fitness you do? :happy:

Who are you asking? lol

abbeyoconnor99

I have lost 72lbs in about 8 1/2 months. I did start off quite heavy though at 308lbs so it has dropped off quite quickly so far. I second what the previous person said about weight lifting.

Good luck!

just noticed im pressing reply and not quote silly me! :embarassed: but thats awesome you must be so proud of yourself :bigsmile: do you mind if i ask what diet/fitness you do? :happy: and i should really try weights then!!

abbeyoconnor99

thats awesome you must be so proud of yourself :bigsmile: do you mind if i ask what diet/fitness you do? :happy:

Who are you asking? lol

i know i confused myself i didnt realize i had to press quote and not reply :indifferent: but i read your story and great job! :bigsmile:

Kitship

I've lost 70 pounds! I would ideally like to lose 50-60 more. I started in the 300's. I am using the TDEE -20% method.

abbeyoconnor99

I lost 145 pounds..if you need any help message me (=

I'm amazed! I will take you up on that offer thanks! :happy:

Akimajuktuq

I've lost 77 so far. I changed WHAT I eat more than how much I eat, and it was a permanent change. All of my health problems have been resolved and the weight loss is effortless (slow now, as expected since I'm near a healthy weight for me). For me, WHAT I eat matters more than any other factor and healthy foods ARE delicious.

abbeyoconnor99

I've lost 70 pounds! I would ideally like to lose 50-60 more. I started in the 300's. I am using the TDEE -20% method.

Incredible :O congratulations!

abbeyoconnor99

I've lost 77 so far. I changed WHAT I eat more than how much I eat, and it was a permanent change. All of my health problems have been resolved and the weight loss is effortless (slow now, as expected since I'm near a healthy weight for me). For me, WHAT I eat matters more than any other factor and healthy foods ARE delicious.

I'm so pleased that things have worked out for you :happy: You all are such an inspiration keep it up!

abbeyoconnor99

Down 129lbs!

If I can do this I promise you you can do this as well!! Keep with it and you will not be disappointed:)

AMAZING! How did you do it/ how long did it take to reach your goal? :bigsmile:

Briargrey

98 thus far, started at 291 one though, so the first 70 came off at the rate of about 10 pounds/month. After that though, it's been more like 5-7 pounds per month and it's slowing up a bit more now too. January was 6 pounds.

Your best bet is to read threads like this http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/912920-in-place-of-a-road-map-3-2013 and the guide for your path to sexypants, but I didn't save that link. Lots of good advice there.

The other thing -- remember if you aren't starting out morbidly obese, don't expect to keep up a 10/mo loss. Actually, I would focus less on a specific time frame to lose weight and more on just going down slowly and steadily. The closer you get to goal, the slower it will be. If you set specific time frames and your body slows down the weight loss, you may feel like a failure (even though you aren't) and sabotage yourself.

momofGD

Sunday will be my 4 month weigh in and I am expecting to have lost at least 75lbs. I a currently at 73.4lbs lost I believe. It comes 7down to dedication. Day in and day out follow what works for you. I started at 321 am currently 247. I am not sure what my goal will be. I'd love to be 160lbs so I can say I have lost half my weight BUT I am more concerned about being healthy and staying at a weight I can maintain for life.

mamadon

You can do this!

Sunshine2plus2

I have lost over 100pds. Eat right and exercise, you will get there!!

nursediva00

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uKdU2Gw77kw

elle_321

Is that profile picture you now??? you don't look like you need to lose 70 lbs!

abbeyoconnor99

Is that profile picture you now??? you don't look like you need to lose 70 lbs!

It is, And I believe i carry most of my weight at my legs/hips :frown:

aka_Kamalevantis

I've lost 128lb so far, I have about 35lb left to lose.... feel free to add me if you want xXx

Smokey19

Hi, I lost over 100 lbs. in less than a year by diet and exercising. I did a lot of walking and going to the gym and working out there. At the gym I did the nustep and the circuit a couple times a week and water aerobics twice a week. But, I mostly walked on my treadmill at home. Due to arthritis and other health-related problems, walking was the best thing for me. Good luck. I know that you can do it.

abbeyoconnor99

Hi, I lost over 100 lbs. in less than a year by diet and exercising. I did a lot of walking and going to the gym and working out there. At the gym I did the nustep and the circuit a couple times a week and water aerobics twice a week. But, I mostly walked on my treadmill at home. Due to arthritis and other health-related problems, walking was the best thing for me. Good luck. I know that you can do it.

congratulations!! :happy: And I think I'm starting water aerobics too! thankyou