Slow and steady does it

kraz4fun

I have 2 kiddos under 4yrs old. I gained 65 lbs with each of them. I have lost about 40 lbs in the last 8 months. I lost 2 sizes but I still couldn't really tell in the mirror so I made this comparison picture. While 40lbs is only about 1/2 of what I need to lose, I realized that it's about 1lb/week. If I can continue at that rate, I'll be at goal this time next year! Some days have been pretty hard and I crave total junk but most days it's not that difficult at all. I don't deprive myself of anything but I do think more about what I'm putting into my mouth and whether it's worth it. Last week I finally booked a Jamaican vacation for December. That's 38 weeks away and hopefully 38 lbs away. This picture is to remind myself how much difference 38lbs will actually make. Maybe I'll wear a bathing suit with out anything over the top for the first time since high school! :drinker:

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quietHiker

Great progress You can really see the difference in your waist and even in the way you stand Keep up the great work!

hk2008

congratulations! You are looking great! Keep up the good work!

omma_to_3

Good job! I'm also in the 1 lb a week camp (or less, sigh) and I also had to do some side by side comparisons to keep myself motivated!