One Year Later with Pics

littlewhittles

A year ago today I went to my doctor for my annual exam. I decided, once the appointment was done, that I needed to get serious about getting healthy. I started using MFP all the time, I joined a gym. I had a little setback in January when I stress fractured my ankle during roller derby practice, but I did the best I could during that time. I've had my weeks where I've been bad, and ones where I've been really good. Overall, I'm very happy with my progress. Here are my stats:

Starting Weight: 221 lbs Today's Weight: 185.7 lbs. Weight Lost: 35.3 lbs
Starting Neck Measurement: 15 in Today's Neck: 14 in Inches Lost: 1 in
Starting Waist Measurement: 52.5 in Today's Waist: 47.5 in Inches Lost: 5 in
Starting Hips Measurement: 49.5 in Todays Hips: 44 in Inches Lost: 5.5 in

Here are some pics from my start and then again today:

This is the pic that made me get motivated, but it actually took six more months for me to start. I look at me in this pic and I'm ashamed and horrified. The next day, I took starting pics:





I've taken some progress pics, but I'll save those for my post when I FINALLY reach my goal. Here's my pics from today:





So I still have a long way to go - over 50 lbs, but I'm on my way and trying to stay motivated. I'm not sure I really see much difference in pics, but I hope it shows some.

garnetgold

Looking good. Keep up the good work

michelleesther

Great Job! You can see a world of difference!

JezzD1

Holy canoli great results already! Congrats :bigsmile:

pohlcm08

Great job!! Keep up the good work you can do it!!

leanmeanrunningmachine

I see a huge change! Keep it up!

Alisha_Joy

WOW!!! Great results so far.......keep up the good work!

florymonde

Well, I see a big difference in the pics! Losing over 35 pounds is a lot of work! You're doing great.

LittleMissRainey

You're doing brilliantly, keep it up!

p.s. your dog is adorable

juliedozier

Good job! Keep it up!

rhall9058

You can see a world of change. Good job and keep it going!

questiontheanswers

You have made terrific progress! Keep up the good work, you're doing great! :drinker:

simplyeater

I see a big difference! Your arms, tummy and rear all look smaller. Good for you for making lasting changes! Can't wait to see your pics next Dec.!

Natasha28

Keep up the good work! Don't get discouraged, as we all have bad days mixed with our good ones. I have a long way to go myself...I just keep on trucking...it's bound to work! One thing that has helped me...is that I pick one thing to cut out every so often. I knew that it'd be too hard to cut everything out at once, and so far, it's worked great. A great motivational tool for you, may be comparing your medical stats, like your Cholesterol. My Triglycerides were 309...they are now 198 (which...is still elevated...but better than 309). It really made me feel great to know that excersing and eating healthier is working in ALL areas

jrtcw

well done! I can see a difference, and hopefully you feel better and healthier.

littlewhittles

You're doing brilliantly, keep it up!

p.s. your dog is adorable

Thank you! I didn't even know my dog got in that pic, haha.

WVmom24

Doing great Keep it up!

littlewhittles

Keep up the good work! Don't get discouraged, as we all have bad days mixed with our good ones. I have a long way to go myself...I just keep on trucking...it's bound to work! One thing that has helped me...is that I pick one thing to cut out every so often. I knew that it'd be too hard to cut everything out at once, and so far, it's worked great. A great motivational tool for you, may be comparing your medical stats, like your Cholesterol. My Triglycerides were 309...they are now 198 (which...is still elevated...but better than 309). It really made me feel great to know that excersing and eating healthier is working in ALL areas

That's a really great idea! I have my annual exam coming up again, maybe I'll run some blood work and see how it comes out. I know my BP has gone down, which is nice.

BlairCottier

You are doing great!! Look at those awesome legs!! I see a big difference Keep on going and pushing yourself, you can do it! 35 lbs is amazing!

littlewhittles

You are doing great!! Look at those awesome legs!! I see a big difference Keep on going and pushing yourself, you can do it! 35 lbs is amazing!

Thanks! Since I play derby, I really appreciate the leg comment, lol.

juantastico1974

Lost 50lbs in 99 days. Took the Biggest Winner Challenge at work. Today is the last day. MyfitnessPal helped me get through

MrsAnderson_GettingHealthy

Your legs have a maginificent difference! WOW!
You look beautiful! Keep up the fantastic work!

Colstriper

Great job!

Sicler

Amazing!! Keep up the outstanding job!

byeachmoment

Great job! You look awesome!!

adavis59

Way to go girl!! Your efforts are paying off. Keep it up, you're doing very well! ( keep us posted with your progress)

ASDavis72

Great job!!!

watercolormama

Bless your heart....sincerely! You should feel very good about making good choices on a daily basis. There is so much we have to work through emotionally to get to our goal and I wish you all the best.....keep up the good work!

edennew

I love that you are patient with yourself and your process- something I need to learn! You look very different- much stronger and more toned. Great job!

Smart_E_Pantz

You can definitely see the difference. Good Job!!!!!