My before / after
snflwr04
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I started around 200 lbs.I am now down 85 lbs.
At the time I started, I ate only at fast food places; everyday for 95% of my meals. I was also drinking 4-6 beers per night (I could easily drink a 12 pk). I was also smoking a half pack of cigarettes each day. Working out was never even a thought in my mind. Growing up, I wasn’t into sports or physical activity and that carried into my adult hood. I would get winded just going up the smallest flight of stairs. I was also suffering from the worst self-esteem and depression I had ever had and was using food to make myself feel better.
I was 24; and living back home with my parents who were going through a nasty divorce. My best friend saw the downward spiral that my life was taking and gave the the opportunity to move in with her and her family. I took this opportunity and my life has not been the same since.
I have since also quit smoking and drink only socially (maybe once per month) . I haven’t eaten at McDonalds in over 3 years. I dislike eating at fast food chains. Their food tastes terrible to me now. If I do go out to eat, I will choose an item that is not processed or I’ll get a kids meal. Living with my friend, she taught me how to grill meat as well as cooking in general. I’m still not the best, but anything I make at home will be better for me then eating out.
My goal for 2011 was to run a 5K - I completed this in March.
If it wasn't for my friend, I wouldn't have the life I have today. Believe in people! You never know who might change your life!
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At the time I started, I ate only at fast food places; everyday for 95% of my meals. I was also drinking 4-6 beers per night (I could easily drink a 12 pk). I was also smoking a half pack of cigarettes each day. Working out was never even a thought in my mind. Growing up, I wasn’t into sports or physical activity and that carried into my adult hood. I would get winded just going up the smallest flight of stairs. I was also suffering from the worst self-esteem and depression I had ever had and was using food to make myself feel better.
I was 24; and living back home with my parents who were going through a nasty divorce. My best friend saw the downward spiral that my life was taking and gave the the opportunity to move in with her and her family. I took this opportunity and my life has not been the same since.
I have since also quit smoking and drink only socially (maybe once per month) . I haven’t eaten at McDonalds in over 3 years. I dislike eating at fast food chains. Their food tastes terrible to me now. If I do go out to eat, I will choose an item that is not processed or I’ll get a kids meal. Living with my friend, she taught me how to grill meat as well as cooking in general. I’m still not the best, but anything I make at home will be better for me then eating out.
My goal for 2011 was to run a 5K - I completed this in March.
If it wasn't for my friend, I wouldn't have the life I have today. Believe in people! You never know who might change your life!
http://s1198.photobucket.com/albums/aa454/snflwr04/
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U LOOK AMAZING!!! SUCH A TRANSFORMATION !0
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Wow - that's fantastic! What a great friend to help you out like that. That's awesome - you should really, REALLY be proud of yourself!0
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Amazing! you look great!0
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Wow...you look great!!! WTG!!!!0
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Great job!0 -
way to go....
Love this blog!!!! U look great.0 -
Wow, you look fantastic! You should be very proud of yourself - great job!
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Girl, you look amazing. Really amazing! continue your good work and well done!!!!0
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What a commitment! Congratulations on your continued success!!!!0
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I wouldn't have recognised you!
Well done.
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Everyone else has said it but I'm sure it won't get old - you look gorgeous 0
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You look fabulous!!0
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You look AMAZING! Congrats!
I've only been here 2 weeks. I enjoy looking at everyone's posts about successes every day. They are great motivators. And yours by far is one of the most motivational ones I've seen yet. I hope to one day be as successful.0 -
Thanks everyone! You, also keep up your good work! It does pay off!0
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Amazing. Thanks for sharing0
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You look like a different person. You look so happy, fit and young. Inspiring!0
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:flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: beautiful
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wow great job!!!!!!!!!!! 0
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What an amazing transformation! Great job!0
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Wow, unless I knew you - I'd never recognize you. Do you find youself staring at the stranger in the mirror? You look amazing, great work!!0
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