91 pounds gone, I can't believe it! (pics)

mlop2007 · June 2012

I still have 11 pounds to go (goal weight is 165) but I'm at 91 pounds lost! I think it will always shock me to hear these numbers. I can't believe I let myself get to that point...but the important thing is that I decided to make a change. It's not always easy, there were days when I just didn't feel like logging in anything I ate because I didn't want food to control me, but when you think about the positive affects logging in your calories, fat, protein, carbs, etc has on your body, it's worth it. I've gone from a total cholesterol of 204 down to 114.

My clothes, best thing about all of this! I've gone from a 40W to a 32W/ 34W (depending on the jean!) and I went from a 2XL to a medium shirt! I used to walk by our Men's Express store because I just knew people would stare at me like I didn’t belong, but this weekend...I actually ventured in and I wasn't embarrassed to be in there. It was a very liberating feeling.

One of the things that helped me the most was not completely restricting myself of the things I liked. If I wanted ice cream or a burger I’d still have it, but in moderation. I’d have one scoop of ice cream instead of four. And I’d eat my burger until I was full, not until it was completely devoured. My advice to all those out there is to just keep at it. I know there are days when quitting seems like the only option, but it’s not. There’s a great community here at MFP that will help you through all of the struggles.

andrewsmommy13 · June 2012

Wow! You look amazing! Girls will be knocking down your door!!!

candygrl26 · June 2012

Absolutely amazing! Great job!!!

tdaddybarlow · June 2012

AMAZING RESULTS! KEEP KILLING IT, KILLER!!!

RhonndaJ · June 2012

You look fantastic. Way to go!

PenelopeElisaMoreno · June 2012

That's amazing! Well done

jinlopez · June 2012

Wow! You look amazing! Girls will be knocking down your door!!!

Ditto!! You look great!!!

ElynnPittman · June 2012

Thats fantastic! Congrats & the biggest difference is in your face: you look SO happy.

jdsmom0104 · June 2012

awesome! you look great

tmauck4472 · June 2012

You look amazing. Congrats on your accomplishment

surromom2010 · June 2012

hell yeah!

CristaA42962 · June 2012

Amazing Job!!

islandnutshel · June 2012

Great post, I like pictures, but I also enjoy hearing how you did it. Your mindset, and the struggles all help us to feel we are not alone. I love the unobsessed approach in not giving up your favorites, just eating them in smaller amounts.
It takes time and commitment and determination, and you are getting payback for your hard work.
Thanks for sharing

magip · June 2012

Awesome JOB ! Looking Great !

N_Bridgeman · June 2012

Wow! So great! Way to go!

usteward · June 2012

thanks for sharing very inspiring. you look great! good job.

NebraskaBBW · June 2012

you look great!!!

jryan83 · June 2012

You should be so proud of yourself. The difference is tremendous. And as one poster said, you look different - not just in size, but in your attitude. You have a great smile!

Keep it up!

I'm determined to persevere also.

SheilaParker · June 2012

Pictures isn't showing up. But great job!

Debby0904 · June 2012

Wow! That's amazing! You look fantastic.

jmilian825 · June 2012

Congrats on the wonderful hard work you did, you look great and happy!

julieh391 · June 2012

Awesome job! Your hard work totally paid off. And I have to say, you're pretty darn cute. :blushing:

sk2775 · June 2012

That's wonderful. Congrats on you awesome journey. So true that you should never deprieve yourself of the food that you like. I also still eat ice cream from time to time and have my burger (but everything in moderation). Keep up the great work.