Half the woman I used to be

faya195

I started this current weight loss journey on December 29th, 2010 weighing in at 292.5 lbs spread across a 5'7" frame.
Yesterday's weigh-in showed 145 lbs which means that I am now literally half the woman I used to be.

I have never been this small in my life before and am still getting used to it. I'm aiming to lose another 10 lbs to see if that weight is both maintainable and has me feeling comfortable in my skin (I'm quite happy already but I still want to try and see if that makes sense).

I also still have a lot of toning to do and am aware that some of the loose skin on my upper arms, thighs and stomach may never completely disappear but that's the price I have to pay for stuffing my face for close to 30 years. I am teaching myself to think that people should look away if my saggy upper arms aren't aesthically pleasing to them - I sure prefer them this way to how they used to be before!

Now onto my photos... I debated on whether to add the detail shots as well after seeing a few comments on here that people do not like seeing plain underwear photos. As this is all I have, I decided to go ahead with posting them after all - for me it is important to include them as they show the extent of the changes in my body in (shocking?) detail. However, if these photos upset people I can remove them.

My stats:
Height: 5'7" (1.70 m)
HW: 292.2 lbs (20st 12.5 / 132.5kg)
CW: 145 lbs (10st 5 / 62 kg)

And just for fun some comparisons:
Clothes size: UK 28/30 -> UK 10/12
Upper arm: 19" (48cm) -> 12" (30cm)
Waist: 47 1/2" (121cm) -> 32" (82cm)
Hips: 59 1/2" (151cm) -> 39" (100cm)
Thighs: 35" (89cm) -> 23" (58cm)
Body fat: 54% -> 28%

Before & After (hope this works):



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HakunaMatata519

Amazing job!! Thank you so much for sharing your story and photos with us. Very inspiring! Good luck with the last 10, but you look wonderful now!

Claire594

Wow. That's all I can say. Wow.

You look amazing. What a transformation. You should be so proud if everything u have achieved.

You don't even look like u have much loose skin. That's my greatest fear too but as you said, lose skin is def more preferable to what my arms tummy and legs looked Luke at the start.

The before and after pictures show just how hard you have worked and how far you have come.

Congratulations. Can't wait till I reach my goal. Thanks for the inspiration.

lu123

WOW, you look great! Well done!

kritterxx

So amazing! You look absolutely incredible, fantastic job, and so inspiring!

meerkat70

You have done an absolutely incredible job. Very, very well done.

(And I really hope no-one gets report-happy on this thread, as I see nothing wrong with the photos, and they do absolutely show 'the whole picture' - it's brave to share them, and thank you for doing so.)

Julietecosse

Congratulaions on your magnificent loss. Undies look pretty and so do you. Besy wishes for your future slim life. So inspiring for folks like me, as it shows what can be done if you want it enough and make it happen.

nas061

Very impressive and inspirational weight loss. You look like 2 different people. Congratulations

I've bookmarked your post to look back at when I need more motivation!

monicamcisaac

Hey I think you are really brave to post those photos and you look absolutely incredible!! You are amazing and an inspiration. Well done you!!

Nic620

Incredible!! Be proud! Your transformation is really inspiring! I'm very happy for you. Congratulations.

ElleBee66

Fantastic - Well done!

nz_deevaa

You loom amazing. Congratulations. Amazing dedication.

PrincessMiriamele

You have done such an incredible job - thank you so much for posting!! I can't see any loose skin either and am very encouraged!

hunter624

Excellent, well done, I hope you enjoyed your journey.

ajball90

Thank you for sharing your photos! You have done an amazing job, you must be so proud of yourself. Thank you for providing the extra inspiration I have been looking for!

chetnabhatt

Holy Schmoly Lady ! You look amazing..!!
Great job. Thanks for the inspiration.:flowerforyou:

Witchmoo

A fantastic transformation.....well done you....!!!!

Witchmoo

Oh and if anyone is 'upset' by these photos I will happily go and poke them in the eye with stick of celery !!!!

sandyinsc

You are AWESOME! :drinker:

nataliexxxx

Wow you look great well done

RaynahTh

wow, what a transformation - you look amazing!

vtmoon

Holy crap! That is crazy to think it's the same person. Great job!

I'm sorry you lost your face during the journey :-p

uwdawg07

Absolutely amazing!! Congratulations!!

LarsyRagnhild

Do you have any words of advice? You look amazing!!

ladypenel

Inspiring! Thank you for posting and including the pics You should be very proud of your achievement! Good luck with the last few pounds

noweightfisherj

What you have done is amazing! Congratulations!

CarolynB38

Wow! That is fantastic! You have done a brilliant job! I am really pleased you posted all the pictures. I personally see nothing offensive with underwear pics when done so tastefully. You are an inspiration. Thank you for sharing :flowerforyou:

CarolynB38

Oh and if anyone is 'upset' by these photos I will happily go and poke them in the eye with stick of celery !!!!

Hehehee :happy: I'll be right behind you with a carrot stick :bigsmile:

ClarkeEJ

You look amazing. As others have said, can hardly see any loose skin. Congratulations xxx

redfroggie

You look amazing. Well done and what an inspiration!

sahalley

Amazing .. an inspiration!