100 Pounds Down | Pics | This is the story so far...

HowieTwoPointZero

A long time ago, in a weight class far far away....

This was me.



This was about a decade ago. I was actually 25 pounds heavier then that picture. I underwent roux-en-y gastric bypass and lost weight.



I managed to lose 100 fairly quickly, got another 50 or so off very slowly, and then bounced up and down around 400 for a few years.

A bit under 8 months ago I decided it was time to do something new....

Something Drastic...

Something amazingly radical.

I *gasp* ate less.. and.. *double gasp* exercised.

That's it. Nothing fancy, nothing radical, no new surgery, no body by xi, no crystal meth, no injecting the urine of pregnant women into my body.

I found this site by finding a simple app that would let me track my caloric intake. I set my goals for 3 pounds a week, and did my damn best to stick to it.

On Feb 22rd 2012 I started. I was 415 pounds.



That was me a couple of months in, 380 pounds. I started to walk around in the bright bright Florida sun.

So, for the last few months or so, I have been welcomed into this community. I got support, I learned things. I made a few people laugh. I made a few friends, and all that time I did two things..

Ate less and exercised.



Today I am at 100 pounds down from where I started on MFP. I have a bit over another 100 to go probably. I couldn't have done it without the community here so thank you all for that.

Also as for how I feel today?

KCoolBeanz

Freakin' awesome :-)

LiliWray

What an amazing transformation! You are making wonderful progress. Keep it up and congratulations!!! :drinker:

jellybeanmusic

Well done, what a fantastic story!

banshishi

amazing..I have nearly 100lbs to go, and its very inspiring to see that it can be done!

bradthemedic

Holy crap. Nice job pal, that's a BIG change - different guy for sure.

besaro

you rock. and I love your animal tee.

Gerald_King

Good job well done

teresa_c

wow that is SO inspiring!!! well done!

SimpleThingsInLife

Well done!

beatoks

well done, keep up the great work

BeeRobin

Fist bumps all around for you! You look fantastic. It feels great to take control! Good for you.

MemphisKitten

Talk about an inspiration man!!

Phoenixchichima

you are super for taking control! thanks for the great inspiration & example. you have done an awesome job!

MrsKTillman

well done!

farmwife3815

So awesome!! I started my journey at 450 pounds. I have lost 51 pounds so far. I will do this. You have inspired me!! It's a tough road but it is doable!!! Thank you for sharing!!

miriamwithcats

Amazing! WOW! Fantastic! Incredible! Inspirational!

m3dreamer2011

Amazing!!!! Keep up the great work!

KateinND

Impressive! Thank-you for sharing your story, truly inspirational.

CJisinShape

Oh wow! So much progress! Woooohooo!

Nicolee_2014

Good on you!
Truly inspirational

missymuffet

That is so inspiring! I truly admire you and send my congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!

ArmyWifeBrionna

You look amazing! Thank you for the inspiration story!

mccbabe1

A long time ago, in a weight class far far away....

This was me.



This was about a decade ago. I was actually 25 pounds heavier then that picture. I underwent roux-en-y gastric bypass and lost weight.



I managed to lose 100 fairly quickly, got another 50 or so off very slowly, and then bounced up and down around 400 for a few years.

A bit under 8 months ago I decided it was time to do something new....

Something Drastic...

Something amazingly radical.

I *gasp* ate less.. and.. *double gasp* exercised.

That's it. Nothing fancy, nothing radical, no new surgery, no body by xi, no crystal meth, no injecting the urine of pregnant women into my body.

I found this site by finding a simple app that would let me track my caloric intake. I set my goals for 3 pounds a week, and did my damn best to stick to it.

On Feb 22rd 2012 I started. I was 415 pounds.



That was me a couple of months in, 380 pounds. I started to walk around in the bright bright Florida sun.

So, for the last few months or so, I have been welcomed into this community. I got support, I learned things. I made a few people laugh. I made a few friends, and all that time I did two things..

Ate less and exercised.



Today I am at 100 pounds down from where I started on MFP. I have a bit over another 100 to go probably. I couldn't have done it without the community here so thank you all for that.

Also as for how I feel today?

got me teary eyed.. awesome job..
taking control and putting your health yourself first..
amazing diff!!!!!!!!!!
yes. I love love me some exercise!

dg09

Great transformation thus far! Keep kicking *kitten* man, you got this!

lisitabonita

Thank you for the inspiration. You are awesome!!

mercymarque

Awesome... Great job. Keep up the work and thank you for sharing.

tammyopolin

You look amazing! Congratulations on all of your success so far!

Also, I adore you for posting this. Made the geek in me happy lol.

Also as for how I feel today?

TravelDog14

Way to go Howie, most impressive!

brayaddie

Great Job!! Keep up the Great WOrk!!

rawrxamberx

Bravo! Well done! You should be proud of your progress! I've been following you on this site since about March and you have been one of the inspirations for me to stick to this. You look amazing! Well done! Keep going!