1 year!

alisonnicole84

So, one year ago today I went jeans-shopping. The biggest size the store carried was 24, and those barely fit. That was a turning point and I decided that day to change everything about my eating/exercise habits. As of today I've lost 111 lbs and a total of 65 inches. I really appreciate all the support and motivation I've gotten from the people on MFP! It's so great to talk with people who understand what you're going through, and how hard this is. People say "just lose weight" like you just snap your fingers and it falls off. I guess I just wanted to say thanks to all of you! This is such an awesome community!

stevenleagle

Thats amazing. Inspirational!

FatDadSlim

'Slim' really does suit you, congratulations.

destinysativatank

Wow reading this is truly inspiring to me. I just joined this site less than a month ago, have lost 9lbs, quit smoking and feel great, but there are days when I'm not motivated, and want to give up....but everyone on mfp is great, and reading things like this is what has kept me going. A huge congrats to you!!!!

steve81872

When people say just loose weight like it is nothing I like to say just quit breathing like it is nothing.

martina123321

Its amazing what you can achieve when you put your mind to it!!

Well done, I hope one day to get that far!! xx

Rubyjjones

WOW!!! I just looked at your pictures and I am FLOORED! You look like a totally different person...I am so happy for you!

CrazyDaisysMommy

thanks for being such an inspiration!

lolainlondon

You look amazing!

cedarhurst2006

Wow - great job!!

Can you share what are maybe your top 3 or 5 things that you would share about your journey. Maybe words of wisdom, trick, favorites, etc?

And again, you look amazing!

M77308

That's awesome!!! ...and so inspirational!! Great job on all your hard work!!

catdoc1

Thanks for sharing! You're an inspiration to those of use a bit farther back on the path. Courage and success to you as you transition to maintenance soon. WTG!!!

Laura

porffor

Wow your pictures are amazing! Congratulations and how wonderful you can see it (obviously) in your clothes. that shot of you holding your jeans is truly inspiring!

Thank you for sharing your story and being part of this amazing board.

Zoe2901

Well done you look great

alisonnicole84

Wow - great job!!

Can you share what are maybe your top 3 or 5 things that you would share about your journey. Maybe words of wisdom, trick, favorites, etc?

And again, you look amazing!

1. You have to want to lose weight. It sounds dumb to say, I guess, but it's like anything. I need to quit smoking but don't want to, so I haven't.
2. I focused my goals on 10-lb increments. Once I hit 279, I focused on 269, etc. 10 lbs is much easier to think about than 120.
3. I cooked several days' worth of food at a time, then portioned it into tupperware so I had no excuses to overeat. Eating less was harder than eating healthy.
4. Have a friend/family member keep you in line, so to speak. I had a good friend who had previously lost weight - I would text him whenever I craved nachos (my weakness) and he'd talk me off the ledge.
5. Keep a diary of your measurements and weight (or log it on MFP, I guess lol). I've weighed and kept a health diary every day for a year. Whenever I get discouraged I read some of my entries and see how far I've come. It's great motivation!

So...those are kind of lame but it's all I can think of right now

2011_4mygirls

Thank you for sharing! This is huge motivation for me! I lalways give up because I don't see immediate results. Your post reminded me that it takes time, a lot of time to shed this weight.

ThePhoenixRose

You look great! Conrats on your journey. Also - love the pic in the Iowa jersey! Go Hawkeyes!!!!! (Beat State)

ratkins811

very inspiring!! great work. I need to lose 100+ and have started to fall into a rut. So I turned to the message boards for threads like this one to keep me motivated. thanks!

cedarhurst2006

Wow - great job!!

Can you share what are maybe your top 3 or 5 things that you would share about your journey. Maybe words of wisdom, trick, favorites, etc?

And again, you look amazing!

1. You have to want to lose weight. It sounds dumb to say, I guess, but it's like anything. I need to quit smoking but don't want to, so I haven't.
2. I focused my goals on 10-lb increments. Once I hit 279, I focused on 269, etc. 10 lbs is much easier to think about than 120.
3. I cooked several days' worth of food at a time, then portioned it into tupperware so I had no excuses to overeat. Eating less was harder than eating healthy.
4. Have a friend/family member keep you in line, so to speak. I had a good friend who had previously lost weight - I would text him whenever I craved nachos (my weakness) and he'd talk me off the ledge.
5. Keep a diary of your measurements and weight (or log it on MFP, I guess lol). I've weighed and kept a health diary every day for a year. Whenever I get discouraged I read some of my entries and see how far I've come. It's great motivation!

So...those are kind of lame but it's all I can think of right now

Those are awesome and really very helpful!!!

NovemberJune

THANKS so much for the inspiration! i want to lose 80-90 lbs so this is a great success story for me. brought tears to my eyes. awesome job!

lilsweetslol

It does bring tears to my eyes! After a whole year of hard work and dedication look at the amazing results you've shown us all! Your advice. Is greatly appreciated. You've inspired so many people, congratulations

mstawnya

Incredible! You are an inspiration!

GreenLifeGirl

Incredible success! Your photos are amazing!

Leah789

WOW! I hope to be telling the same story next year. Can you share any tips? I am 260 and want to lose the same amount that you have. Did you manage your calories under a certain number, if so, what was it?