I have "only lost" ..... (Insert pounds here) BUT!

literaryweasel

I have only lost 19 pounds... BUT:

* I'm actually going to the gym, getting on the treadmill, and challenging myself more every day. I used to be embarrassed to go to the gym but now I feel invigorated by it.
* I bought a medium shirt (rather than the extra larges I was wearing) and fit into it! I'm usually a large, but hey, I'll take the vanity sizing.
* My size 14 jeans almost fell off of me today, even though I was wearing a belt. One of my size 12 pairs gaps in the waist.
* I've tightened my belt five notches since starting.
* I can actually see my biceps developing! And I can feel abs developing too!
* My doctor was very impressed the last time I saw her, both with my improved bloodwork results and with my weight loss.

AsiasMommy

I have only lost 14 pounds but I
learned how to eat in moderation
drink more water
stop eating so much sugar
went from a 18/20 to a size 16!!!

TravisBurns

This thread should be the poster child for the anti-scale agency.
Seriously the scale means jack ****. Never let it be the full indicator of progress.

Nutmeg90795

I have only lost 79 pounds...BUT:

I am now loose size 14 instead of a 22.

I am the smallest I have been since middle school (yea thats sad).

I have discovered that I do infact have cheekbones, a jaw line, and collar bones.

I can fit in a medium or large shirt instead of a Extra Extra Large.

I no longer have high blood pressure.

I am starting to like the way I look and I havent felt that way in a long time.

I have gained confidence.

I can now walk 8 miles instead of being completely out of breathe in 1.

I have a waist line!

And I now love working out instead of hating it.

Chapter3point6

I am at my goal weight, but awesome thread. :drinker:

SabrinaJL

I have only lost 60 lbs but...

After 10 years, I'm no longer on medication for high blood pressure.
I no longer have to take meds for IBS or acid reflux either.
I'm much less worried about dying of a heart attack in my 40s like my mom did.
I can run 10 miles without stopping.
I can shop at Victoria's Secret because they carry my size.
I can fit into shorts I haven't been able to since I was in high school.
Painting my toenails is a lot easier.

fishdog419

I have only lost 25lbs but...

Today I ran the first non-stop mile in my entire life!

Skeen903

So many of us have a bad habit of saying, I have only lost 5lbs, 10lbs, 20lbs etc etc when we haven't hit our goal yet. I'm guilty of it too! So I was thinking we could encourage each other by playing a bit of a game and at the same time, remind ourselves of how far we have really come! Share your Successes behind your Success!

I'll start:

I have only lost 52lbs, but I......

Am now a size 10 INSTEAD of a size 20!
Can now wear Medium tops instead of 2X!
Can run for several minutes straight, when before I would get winded walking upstairs!
Can see my toes instead of my belly!
Can feel my hip bones! (Who knew I even had them?!)
Most Importantly --- I can trust myself to do what is healthy for me, but also not beat myself up if I don't always stick to the plan!

Okay this totally sounds like it should be my post... not sure what size you started out but I have lost 55 lbs
I can wear a 14 instead of a 20
I am working on being able to run a 5k (up to running 2 blocks walking one etc.)
I can see that I have hips and ribs when I am laying down and I can feel the hip bones regardless
I know I am getting healthier and stronger!!!
I have brought my A1C down to the 6 range instead of 11.3
I no longer get heart burn after eating

You rock girl, your achievements are outstanding

SammieGetsFit

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Nikkilynn32710

I have taken off 80lbs but....

I am the smallest I have ever been in my life...
I went from a size 16 to a size 7(sometimes a 6)
I went from hating dresses and shorts to wanting to show off my nice thighs and calves.
I went from hating exercise to loving the feeling or sweat (even though I still have weeks of being lazy)
I went from not wanting to show my body off to my husband to parading around naked proudly
I went from being the fat, overweight wife, to the hot wife
But most importantly

I went from not wanting to be outside with my kids to chasing them around the yard when the weather permits!

jennylunney

Fantastic! How exciting.

aubreykkkk

I have only lost 14 pounds but...
I feel more confident in myself
My collarbones are starting to show
I have a flatter belly
I don't binge anymore
I can wear some of my old clothes

Lanaye912

I have only lost 15 lbs but....

I feel better.
I watch my portions now.
I can feel a slight change in my pants(a lil loose).
When I do my daily walk I don't be out of breath anymore.

zozzabubba

I have only lost 8 pounds BUT

I can now do 40 pushups (on my feet) when before the most I could do was 10, on my knees
I can now make it through 2 back-to-back intense cardio classes with high energy, and motivate others, when before I struggled with an hour of zumba
I am now a size 4-6 when before I was a size 8-10

LaneyRZ

I have only lost 23 pounds.

BUT!

I am now walking without a cane.
I just bought a smaller belt because I ran out of holes on the old one.
I've gone from shirt size 2X down to XL.
I can now walk for 2 miles and run for short bursts.

LeellenMack

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doggiesnot

I have only lost 29 pounds... but

I have more energy!
My pants fit better.
I'm happier throughout my days.
I feel I have more workout options.
I make better food choices.

dalexander82

I have only lost 14 pds BUT..

I am now wearing M and L instead of XL

Wearing 10 and 12 jeans instead of 14 or 16

I am able to walk longer distances and up the stairs without feeling like I am about to pass out

I am able to eat in moderation and say NO to too much junk food and candy

I am feeling better about myself

:happy:

sheripoynter

I have only lost 8lbs BUT
- i am at my lightest ever!
- my hip and waist measurements are at their smallest ever
- i've no longer got super flabby arms - THERE IS MUSCLE IN THERE, I CAN SEE IT WHEN I MOVE!
- i've got a new found love for exercise/gym times
- i can walk 1.5 miles in 20 mins and don't break a sweat
- my thighs don't rub together anymore
- i can feel abs under my last bit of belly fat
- i don't get rolls when i sit down
- I LOVE EATING HEALTHY but i still allow myself days where i have a chocolate muffin or a takeaway, LIFE WOULD BE BORING OTHERWISE

ChunkiChica

I have only lost 7.8 pounds...BUT

I have more energy than I have had in years.
I'm proud of my daily Zumba workout.
My face already looks thinner!
My pants (size 20) are already starting to feel loose.
My confidence is building.
I am more aware of the world around me, because I'm not drugged up on binge foods.
I am more aware of what my body needs throughout the day.
I have a better understanding of things - what I like to eat, what nutrients I lack, how much I can push my body in a workout..
I am learning to enjoy my food as part of my day, not all of my day.
I still obsess about food - but I'm getting a lot better, and I do not feel like food is ruling my day!

dclouden

I have only lost 62 pounds...but

I have gone from a 26/28 to 18/20 in clothes!
I am more confident.
I now allow myself to experience things like roller coasters without fear of embarrasment.
I enjoy exercise and the feeling it gives me.
The necklace I wore for my wedding now has 2 inches of space instead of being a choker.
I can play basketball with my kids for hours instead of minutes.

I could go on and on, but I'll stop there. The only bad thing is that my wedding rings don't fit anymore. Eventually I'll either have them resized or get new ones.

AWESOME thread for motivation. Best of luck to you all.

clwwew

I have only lost 23lbs BUT
~ I am now in a size 14 over the old size 20's
~ I no longer dread my workout everynight
~ I smile instead of frown when looking in the mirror
~ I am learning what being proud of myself means
~ And who knew....vegetables are not so bad!!

MichelleLaree13

I have only lost 2 lbs (so far) but...

I feel I can go the extra mile to reach my goal.
I am stronger.
I have less shoulder pain.
I believe I can be a fit fruit and yogurt kind of person.
I make choices today that make me happier and healthier today and tomorrow.
I am happier.

sherisse69

LOVE, LOVE LOVE THIS!!!! GREAT JOB EVERYONE! CAN'T WAIT TO ADD TO THIS ONE DAY!

Miss_dannii

I have only lost 63 pounds but

I have lost 3 dress sizes (UK20 down to UK12-14 which is a US10, not bad for 5 foot 11)
I can sit on the floor comfortably with my neices and nephews and not get cramp/pins and needles, and spring back up without having someone help me lol
My thighs don't touch each other at all when I walk

Teliooo

I have only lost 140 pounds (not all through MFP) but my knees hurt less, I look better and I can work out without having to stop lots. I am not there yet but I have done well even if it has taken me 7 years (with a three and a bit year gap due to pregnancy and being lazy and preoccupied).

Annie_Fannie

I have "only lost" 11 lbs since May (nothing at all in last 7 weeks) BUT......

I quit smoking and can run 3 miles straight
My waist is 3.5" smaller
My belly is 2.5" smaller
My hips are 3" smaller
Each thigh is 1.5" smaller
I am wearing the clothes that used to hide in the back of closet
I have more confidence
I am smiling as I type this becuase it is pick me up seeing as how the scale isn't moving but seeing those inches disappear!

Great topic to motivate folks! Thanks!

cici1028

I have lost only 50 pounds BUT:

Am now a size 2 or 4 instead of a size 14!
Can now wear small tops, dresses and pants!
I have more energy than I ever had in my 20s
I make healthy decisions for myself every day
I actually WANT to be active instead of dreading it. I feel awful when I don't move at least once a day!
I am mindful of the food I put into my body and the energy I expend!
I try new things all the time. I'm not afraid to try any new physical activities.
I love shopping. I don't buy shoes and purses anymore because clothes fit!
I can do a headstand and a handstand
I can see my ribs, but it's a good thing!
I can see/feel my hip bones no problem.
I can wear a two-piece bathing suit if I want to. (Well, anyone can, but now I am not afraid to)
I WANT to quit smoking now and know I'm ready
People call me skinny. I used to snort because I haven't been skinny since I was 10.
I weigh less than my husband for the first time ever. (By 2 pounds but I'll take it. I can wear his pants!)
I can beat him arm wrestling (left-handed, but hey, I'll take it!)
My bloodwork is ACES (no more high tri-glycerides or cholesterol)
My doctor is pleased with me, for once!

Great thread... love reading about everyone's amazing transformations!

jccst9

I have only lost 7 lbs., but...

I just started to use MFP again 11 days ago.
I'm motivated by this small change and I'm focused on losing another 7 lbs. And another 7. And another 7. And another 7. And...
My primary form of exercise (walking) is helping me get more talk time in with friends and family.
I already feel more energetic and I want to continue to ride this high!
I feel like I'm almost ready to lower my daily calorie goal.
For as many times as I've said it, I mean it this time when I say I'm in it to win it!

nickiog

I have only lost 52lbs, but....

I am now in a much smaller clothing size.
I'm stronger than the eating disorder that used to run my life.
I have hip and collar bones that stick out.
I have a lot more energy
I love going to the gym
I'm setting a good example for my daughters
I have lost A LOT of inches
I am a lot healthier.
I'm happier....

most of all i can trust myself to make the right choices and know that i can have mess ups and still keep moving forward. life is not about being perfect.