Before & During - 35lbs lost in 7 months

flisafakto

With your tone I didn't expect to see much of a change....that's a big change! You're doing great! And if you keep at it you'll hit onederland in no time!!!! Smile! You're doing it!

Thanks a bucket, everyone!

It's hard to keep up the motivation when I've been stuck at the same weight for 3 months, hence the negativity. Some days are harder than others, but most of the time, I still know I'm doing the right thing and more importantly - doing it the right way. Weight would slide off of me when I was on 1200 cals a day and doing lots of cardio, but I just ended up hungry, tired and losing muscle mass.

KetoBella

Looking at those pictures must have been motivating, it is awesome how much 35 pounds has made. Don't get discouraged, but after three months of staying the same you might want to change things around a bit. Be super careful with your tracking. You might want to actually weigh or measure since eyeballing things can be very misleading. If your calories need to come down or your exercise needs to be modified it doesn't have to be drastic since you are basically maintaining right now. Keep up the awesome work it is making a difference!

flisafakto

Looking at those pictures must have been motivating, it is awesome how much 35 pounds has made. Don't get discouraged, but after three months of staying the same you might want to change things around a bit. Be super careful with your tracking. You might want to actually weigh or measure since eyeballing things can be very misleading. If your calories need to come down or your exercise needs to be modified it doesn't have to be drastic since you are basically maintaining right now. Keep up the awesome work it is making a difference!

It is motivating! I've already switched things up a lot in the past couple months. Started a proper strength training program, started going on more hikes/walks instead of relying on the elliptical. I even gave C25K a try but I suffer from horrible shin splints despite having good running shoes.

When it comes to tracking my food, I got a kitchen scale and everything, so it should be accurate. I'm still working on not only eating low-calorie but also eating bette, i.e. more veggies, less prosessed foods etc. I can still do better on that front! Lately I'm trying to be vigilant with my water intake, and limit cheat days/meals. Thanks for all the tips though, I appreciate it! And I'd love some more if you have them

ilzeBella

There is a huge, noticeable difference - don't get discouraged! Whatever you're doing is WORKING!!

islandnutshel

WOW, YOU LOOK GREAT. Good job, you have won already.

Jflowwers

You look amazing!

CJVoorhies

Awesome.....that will help me stay the course. Congrats and keep up the good work...You Look Super!!!

redhot1n

Your transformation is awesome! Thanks for the inspiration to keep going

flisafakto

Thanks for all the kind words! Again, if anyone is looking to get and give a bit more support on MFP, feel free to add me - just drop me a line with the request

luvinmefirst

I see a major difference and you look great. Keep up the good work!

QMHayden

Nice job, u can really see the loss

shellsrenee01

Wow, that doesn't even look like the same size dress!! Way to go!

NYAnnie33

Can totally tell the difference! Great job, keep it up!

PlumeriaToo

Terrific job! You look wonderful, bet you feel great too. :flowerforyou:

Sherriediva1

My first thought was....absolutely gorgeous!! )
Very nice job!

pixlamarque

I'm really glad you posted your during pics. Our stats are very similar. I'm 5'3" and had a SW of 229. Today I am 196.3 ( I gained a few pounds back on my vacation last week). It is so hard for me to see any difference, but when I look at your photos it is so obvious. It makes me realize that I probably look different as well.

samakain

You look like you lost more than 35lbs! The inches really do count. Keep up the great work

WolffRN

Great job girlie!!! Be proud of your accomplishment!!! You look fantastic!!!

marypfeffer

Smile your beautiful and your doing awesome!

laceylou0702

Great job & that is the cutest dress ever!

Dianielle

Awesome success!!! I wish I could see your pictures, my computer wont let me!!

candctaber

Congrats you look great!

AZnewme

LOOK at you!!! Wow! Awesome difference and ONE-derland right around the corner!!! Go you!!!!

itgeekwoman

You've done a great job. I'd love to see a smile in the pic!! Be proud of your achievement. It only gets better from here!!!

Jessaustx

You look fabulous! Keep up the hard work

xoFABULOUSxo

You look great!

LivingtheLeanDream

wow!! such a difference, you should really be proud of yourself, keep up the good work you look great! taking pics definately should be a great boost to anyone on the weight loss journey.

Syderelli

HOLY SMOKES!! You look fantastic!! such a difference!!

TriumphNow

It's so good to take pictures to really see your progress. The difference is so obvious and you look great!

flisafakto

Thanks a lot everyone! It feels absolutely great to see the difference in the pictures, and having other people confirm it too!

One can easily get hung up on the numbers on the scales, like I have a habit of doing... That's when pictures and measurements make all the difference!

If anyone needs another pal, feel free to add me!