A little public shaming is in order!

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BuckTheBMI
BuckTheBMI Posts: 106 Member
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I find that fear is a great motivator! As such, since this is the first day of my lifestyle modification journey, I thought I would go ahead and upload my before pictures to my profile and post about them here. Things I have learned about myself through this photo essay:

1. My body type is now that of the Goblin King from The Hobbit.
2. I am apparently smuggling a large bratwurst on the back of my neck/head.
3. My head is now almost half the size of my torso!
4. I have a larger cup size than two of my daughters.
5. Things could be a lot worse!

Feel free to swing by and take a look! I've got pretty thick skin (obviously look at mah belly!) so leave a funny comment here if you want. I can use a good laugh today!

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/photos/view/62689679
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  • cbhubbybubble
    cbhubbybubble Posts: 465 Member
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    I've still got you beat in cup size =) Great starting photos for comparison on your journey, though.
  • UsedToBeHusky
    UsedToBeHusky Posts: 15,229 Member
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    Hey! It honestly could be worse. But good for you for being brave enough to start this way. In no time, you will be impressing us all with your success story.
  • sheenarama
    sheenarama Posts: 733 Member
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    Good luck to you!
  • amwood89
    amwood89 Posts: 165 Member
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    Hahaha I love this! (not laughing at your pictures - just your descriptions tickled me!).

    I've found out over the last few years that it's key to have a good sense of humour when going through this life changing process - if you can't laugh at yourself then you have no hope in my opinion!

    Good on ya for posting these pictures - it takes a lot of courage to do that as I've found myself. I'm towards the end of my weight loss now having lost about 60lbs & I've posted a few pictures myself recently for my friends on here for a little inspiration to those who are struggling - I guarantee that your pictures will do the same & many people will be inspired by your outlook & attitude towards the start of your journey.

    Best of luck & keep smiling :)
  • UncleMac
    UncleMac Posts: 12,972 Member
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  • Cranquistador
    Cranquistador Posts: 39,744 Member
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    :drinker:

    you got this... and you will be glad you have the pictures.
  • MysteriousMerlin
    MysteriousMerlin Posts: 2,270 Member
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    To each, his own!

    However, don't forget your good stuff too!
  • Tiernan1212
    Tiernan1212 Posts: 797 Member
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    Ooooh, I like you! I think you'll fit in just fine around here :bigsmile:

    You got this. And great start with the "before" photos, you'll be appreciating the difference soon!
  • BuckTheBMI
    BuckTheBMI Posts: 106 Member
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    Thank you all for the kind words and the encouragement. Yesterday I tracked (what used to be) a normal day of eating and drinking for me... so I have that to look back on as well. Today is a new day and I feel very motivated (you should see my leg bouncing under my desk) and I hope to use this momentum to carry me over the hard two week burn in phase... where I give up all of my crutches and learn to walk on my own again.
  • RomulanWarbird
    RomulanWarbird Posts: 230
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    Hahaha! fear is a terrible motivator for me. I guess I'm not a Sith, but a Jedi.

    But I salute you, Dark Lord/Goblin King. You can do it and welcome to MFP :D
  • Fkika3131
    Fkika3131 Posts: 208 Member
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    Hi, Welcome to this awesome place where you shall find tons of motivation :) You can do this :)
  • BuckTheBMI
    BuckTheBMI Posts: 106 Member
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    LOL thanks! I just looked at the pictures again and in the rear view shot it looks like my *kitten* is gobbling up my shorts!
  • mrsfyredude
    mrsfyredude Posts: 177 Member
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    LOL! Love it! Good Luck!:flowerforyou:
  • Happymelz
    Happymelz Posts: 536 Member
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    I love how you tracked a "regular" day yesterday. It is helpful to see just how bad your choices were compared to what they will become.
    Best of luck in your journey!
  • Galatea_Stone
    Galatea_Stone Posts: 2,037 Member
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    No Shame. Just applause for being brave enough to show.

    Welcome, and Yay!!
  • Papillon22
    Papillon22 Posts: 1,160 Member
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  • EvelynBfly78
    EvelynBfly78 Posts: 240 Member
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    Loved your photo essay & descriptions. Sometimes we take ourselves too seriously. Glad you have a sense of humor. By logging you've already started learning about yourself & your eating habits. You'll do just fine on here. You got this!
  • KaysKidz
    KaysKidz Posts: 208 Member
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    I took pics yesterday too. But I'm not brave enough to share with the world! LOL Bravo to you! Welcome to the journey. I'm just 3 weeks in. It really is life changing and I can't wait to see what the future has in store!
  • canadjineh
    canadjineh Posts: 5,396 Member
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    Dear 3 lil birds: Great fun and a good laugh this morning, but seriously... you have a way with words - you should start an MFP fitness journey blog. I'm certain many will be encouraged and emboldened by your fresh attitude. We need to have some fun in our lives - and so many don't know how without crap eating.
    I look forward to watching your transformation!
    WAY TO GO!
    :flowerforyou: :laugh:

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