what a difference a year can make

bynsky
bynsky Posts: 15,837 Member
edited September 24 in Success Stories
Good morning everyone! On the day before my birthday, I am reflecting back on the last year to see how far I've come. At this time last year I was still getting used to having my husband around the house all the time again (he was an over the road trucker for 1 & 1/2 years), and I thought I looked fine! In fact, I knew I was overweight, but I was happy... or so I thought.

Flash forward to April when I find out that I weighed more than my mom, who while I love her dearly I have always found to be a physically unattractive woman. My hubby reassured me saying that I have more muscle than her and my body looks slimmer, but that didn't matter! I was finally motivated to do something about this... but what?

In June, a co-worker introduced me to MFP. It took me a couple months to find my groove, but I haven't looked back. This month has been a little rough on me due to issues on the home front financially, and illnesses, but starting Monday I'm kicking it up a notch again! I feel better when I'm exercising, and it helps with the stress. I used to be a stress eater, and I don't ever want to go back to that.

While my changes aren't as drastic as some others out there, I'm proud of myself. What have I done to lose this weight you ask? I've added more fresh fruits & veggies, cut out on some fat (I used to drink a gallon of milk by myself in 4 days), cut down on portion sizes, and added regular exercise/physical activity. I still eat the same foods!!! Just less of them. If I want a treat, I have one. If I want a pop, I have it. If I want fast food, I have it... just less than I used to.

Find what works for you!!!! I did.... and below you will see my results: (for those of you who are curious, I am 5'6")


Last year - not sure what weight, but around 190

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Two weeks ago, at 154

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Good luck to all of you! Celebrate your successes, no matter how small they are!

Replies

  • ZebraHead
    ZebraHead Posts: 15,207 Member
    Congrats!! You inspire us to keep going. Thanks for being my MFP buddy! :smooched:
  • ickybella
    ickybella Posts: 1,438 Member
    Pure sexiness! Great job. :flowerforyou:
  • MontanaB
    MontanaB Posts: 439 Member
    fantastic!
    you look great :D keep it up!!
  • Nikstergirl
    Nikstergirl Posts: 1,549 Member
    I think you look amazing! You definitely have changed and it sounds like you've done it in a way you can maintain forever which is exactly what's going to work for you!!!!

    Good for you! I bet your husband's happy too... LOL!!! Keep it up, girl!!!
  • UpToAnyCool
    UpToAnyCool Posts: 1,673
    Great job, Bynsky, I'm sure you feel as great as you look - WOOHOO! :glasses:

    You're an inspiration! When do we start your birthday countdown? :happy: :bigsmile:

    Edited to Add: I'm so glad to hear that you were able to make such a change w/o having to 'ban' any foods, etc. Total success to be able to live more healthily, yet still LIVE!
  • ican♥and♥iwill
    ican♥and♥iwill Posts: 176 Member
    You look amazing! Kudos to you for your hardwork and dedication and congrats to your success!!
  • Amandac6772
    Amandac6772 Posts: 1,311 Member
    Great job! You are so inspirational!
  • Sparksfly
    Sparksfly Posts: 470 Member
    Wonderful! You look fantastic! :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :glasses:
  • Sheila_KI
    Sheila_KI Posts: 206 Member
    You look awesome!!
  • MizBee
    MizBee Posts: 37
    I DEF count it a privilege to know you, not only for the encouragement/ love you give to me on my profile and the encouragement you give us by your example... but b/c I think you are such a swell person ALL the way around. :)) There are many days that I needed a laugh... and you always come through with your jokes/humor. We are DEF a kindred spirit and I just wanted you to know.....You ROCK lady... Keep up the good work.
  • Kityngirl
    Kityngirl Posts: 14,304 Member
    That is an incredible change Byn! It's amazing what a few changes in diet and a little exercise will do. Congrats and keep doing what you're doing! :flowerforyou:
  • what a great post. TY and CONGRATS!!
  • Wakx
    Wakx Posts: 105 Member
    That's really cool Bynski, congratulations!!

    Enjoy!
  • karlamw
    karlamw Posts: 17 Member
    You look AMAZING :))))))))
  • looby1968
    looby1968 Posts: 742 Member
    Excellent!!! I, too, am finding that I don't have to give up all the foods I used to love Just be a little more aware of the calorie value and if I feel like having a blow-out, it's only natural!!! I've lost 33lbs of the 81 I want to lose and I can still eat sausage and mash, with veggies and gravy.

    I've also realised that if I exercise well, I can eat that little bit more (let's face it we could all eat our calorie allowance, do nothing and lose weight, but we'd be a bit hungry!!!:frown: ).

    :bigsmile: :bigsmile: You look fabulous! Well done!:bigsmile: :bigsmile:

    LouiseXXX
  • Jitteryspork
    Jitteryspork Posts: 550 Member
    Great Job Bynsky! :) You look fantastic, and you did it the right way so your body still fits you well. All those fad diets leave people sad and mishapen. You are awesome!
  • knighttrain74
    knighttrain74 Posts: 125 Member
    Great job! Keep it up! Thanks for showing us that hard work and dedication pays off in the end!
  • Kristie18
    Kristie18 Posts: 332 Member
    awesome!
  • FearAnLoathing
    FearAnLoathing Posts: 4,852 Member
    you look great!:flowerforyou:
  • runningneo122
    runningneo122 Posts: 6,962 Member
    Amazing and interesting story. Little changes can really add up to big losses. Excellent inspiration for us all !!
  • Behavior_Modification
    Behavior_Modification Posts: 24,482 Member
    You've made a terrific transformation on your body and mind, congrats!!! And Happy Birthday tomorrow! :flowerforyou: :heart:
  • ♥jewelchristian♥
    ♥jewelchristian♥ Posts: 3,666 Member
    You are fabulous! Thank you posting this, you are inspirational.
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  • immacookie
    immacookie Posts: 7,424 Member
    How in the world did I miss this???? I wanna give you a big ole birthday gift right now!! :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :smooched: :flowerforyou:
  • you look AMAZING......thanks for the encouragement!!!
  • Congratulations and thank you for sharing your story.
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