70 in 7! The moment it all clicked.

BPayton27
BPayton27 Posts: 626 Member
in Success Stories
I've officially lost 70 lbs in 7 months. I am posting these pictures for anyone out there who has lost motivation or hope. When I joined this site I was diabetic, morbidly obese, and hating myself. I had very little expectations but knew it was time to make a change. 1 lb turned into 2, turned into 5, turned into double digits. That was all it took for me to change my life.

I am one of those people whose mind has not yet caught up with their weight loss. I still see a very heavy person when I look in the mirror. I have 30-40 lbs left to go and lots of toning to do, but I've gone from a 20/22 pant to a 12. I continue to buy 2XL-XL shirts when I really wear a M or L. I rolled my ankle the other day at the gym and have to take a few days off. This sent me into a depression. I rely on the gym for my peace of mind and quiet time. It keeps me centered in my crazy world. I decided to go through my closet and try on some things I wore last summer. When I stepped into my khaki skirt and it fell to the ground I finally understood the progress I've made.

If you're feeling down -- take pictures! The scale is not always the best indication of your progress nor does it define it!

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  • specialkyc
    specialkyc Posts: 384 Member
    You look amazing!! Great job and Congratulations!!
  • Jamidi
    Jamidi Posts: 233 Member
    You look great, Good job!!
  • Tink_889
    Tink_889 Posts: 244 Member
    You look fab, well done you for all your hard work and effort! x
  • fleetwood1
    fleetwood1 Posts: 47 Member
    You are a great inspiration. Thanks for sharing.
  • workreadplay
    workreadplay Posts: 8
    Way to go! You look fantastic.
  • niknak2308
    niknak2308 Posts: 315 Member
    Wow what a change! You look a lot younger too if you don't mind me saying lol
  • Papillon22
    Papillon22 Posts: 1,160 Member
    Wow! amazing job!
  • sugiravi
    sugiravi Posts: 48
    You look great!! Congrats on all the success :DD
  • lovelyMESS
    lovelyMESS Posts: 1
    You look wonderful! And that dress is adorable! This inspires me so much. :)
  • lanysse
    lanysse Posts: 5 Member
    You look amazing and happy. Good work. Keep on the program and keep smiling.
  • sisierra
    sisierra Posts: 659 Member
    you look amazing!
  • sherimacquarrie
    sherimacquarrie Posts: 69 Member
    Congratulations!!! YOu look amazing!!! Thanks for sharing!
  • TheChosenOne_
    TheChosenOne_ Posts: 72
    Wow...great job!
  • redcat17
    redcat17 Posts: 267 Member
    Awesome! You look great. You should be very proud of yourself!
  • tangiesharp
    tangiesharp Posts: 315 Member
    Congratulations! Awesome job!
  • willnorton
    willnorton Posts: 995 Member
    great job....i can see something special in your smile!''

    keep it up !
  • SalishSea
    SalishSea Posts: 373 Member
    Amazing weight loss! You look so good. That white and blue dress is so pretty!
  • Mgregory723
    Mgregory723 Posts: 529 Member
    Fanfreakintabulous :drinker:
  • MoreThanMommie
    MoreThanMommie Posts: 597 Member
    You look amazing!! Wonderful job!
  • keveem
    keveem Posts: 8
    Awesome, you look fab huh!!
  • betsymill
    betsymill Posts: 25
    Not only do you look great, but what a great realization and story. Thanks for sharing......inspiring!!
  • Jori33
    Jori33 Posts: 25 Member
    Great job! You look incredible and all your hard work definitely paid off.
  • fishergreen
    fishergreen Posts: 109 Member
    You look great and that is awesome advice.
  • hummingbird71
    hummingbird71 Posts: 298 Member
    You look great girl!! Very good job! Keep it up and you will be where you want to be before you know it!
  • joanneonline
    joanneonline Posts: 158
    Girl - you look absolutely awesome! Thank you for sharing your story - you are truly an inspiration!
  • george29223
    george29223 Posts: 556 Member
    wowwwww
  • myjourney2
    myjourney2 Posts: 424 Member
    Awesome pictures!
  • Perisylpha
    Perisylpha Posts: 139
    Good for you! Amazing progress :smile:
  • laurieblair2012
    laurieblair2012 Posts: 106
    So inspirational!!! Congrats on your incredible dedication and success. You look beautiful!
  • myogibbs
    myogibbs Posts: 182
    You look amazing! What a great job you have done! Thank you for sharing your story and pictures...you really are an inspiration.

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