60 lbs down, only a few to go.

Anclote

Here I am in 2010, about 200 pounds and very unhappy. In these pictures you can see I am pretty active; I love backpacking and traveling; but my diet was terrible, and I drank too much beer. (Athough I swear in these pictures this is just coffee... haha...)





That's me in the nerdy shirt and the green shorts with my sister:



And here I am on the left with my other sister on the right:



By making little changes to my activity (heavier weights in the gym & started jogging 4 days a week) and a BIG change to my diet (MUCH less meat, lots more veggies, and beer in moderation), I have lost more than 60 lbs and started to see some muscle tone in my arms, abs, and legs.

Here I am today:




I can *almost* do a pullup, and I still do all of the hiking and climbing that I used to do, only now I'm much faster and better.

And here come my abs... they were under there all along :P:






When I first started running, I could only go for like 3 minutes and then had to walk. But I just kept doing it. Soon I could go a whole mile. Then two. Now I can run 15 if I want (although that really kicks my butt...)

Running was the secret to everything. It helped me quit smoking, it elevates my mood so I don't get discouraged, and after a good run you don't want to eat cookies. You want real food. Naturally. Run, people. Run. And don't be afraid to lift weights, and to SQUAT and LUNGE.

I am 5'4". At my heaviest I was about 200 lbs, and now I am pretty much plateaued at 140 lbs. I would be happy if I didn't lose another pound, but I want to sculpt my body more. It has taken me about 2 years all told... from deciding I need to change to today. Long process if you do it right. But it has been so rewarding, and hard, but in a good way that I have loved. And yes, it gets easier.

I started eating about 95% vegan on January 1st to jumpstart my weight loss for these last couple of pounds and LOVE it. I have never been happier with my body, and actually enjoy running now! Too bad I still love craft beer more than anything...

You can do it guys!!!!

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beautsarah

You look so good. I want those abs! How long has it taken you? And how tall are you?

fablevins

Congrats, you look amazing!

ckmama

WOW you look great

craignev

WOW!!!.....you look great! Congratulations.

llmcconnell

You almost don't look like the same person, not that you weren't pretty before, you are just gorgeous now Congrats on the transformation and hard work!

Anclote

You look so good. I want those abs! How long has it taken you? And how tall are you?

Ah! sorry, I'll add that to the post. I am 5'4". At my heaviest I was about 200 lbs, and now I am pretty much plateaued at 140 lbs. I would be happy if I didn't lose another pound, but I want to sculpt my body more. It has taken me about 2 years all told... from deciding I need to change to today. Long process if you do it right. But it has been so rewarding, and hard, but in a good way that I have loved. And yes, it gets easier.
x An

sillyli234

Okay, I am jealous! Fabulous job!

Texgal9816

You look AMAZING!

amandat_79

Wow, that's fantastic!! I'm starting out at the same weight as you did and seeing what a transformation you've had it's truly inspirational to me!!

CampKelly

Thanks for sharing your story! So motivating :flowerforyou:

Anclote

)) Thank you everyone

AcampoGirl

You look Amazing!! I also am 5'4 & starting weight was 200. I'm at 155 but got a lot to do on my abs. Thanks for the inspiration!!

Anclote

You look Amazing!! I also am 5'4 & starting weight was 200. I'm at 155 but got a lot to do on my abs. Thanks for the inspiration!!

The secret is your diet. If you eat the right foods, you will have a nice stomach even if you never do another situp again! I looked on bodybuilding.com when I first started my journey for some examples of what I should be eating on a daily basis and went from there. You can get there...
xo An

kwirky1

You are truely an inspiration.

I am waiting on my industrial strength bra to come in the mail and then I will start learning to jog

Southernsass6885

You're officially my inspiration.

runningonmargaritas

Awesome. Congrats!!!

Tifla122

you look incredible! You're gorgeous! Way to go!

bradwwood

hottie!!

Play_outside

Way to go! (Hope I am not repeating anything, I didn't read all the posts) You must feel amazing when you're backpacking now-even with a full, multiday pack you would be carrying less weight than your starting weight alone! I often think about that when I am out on the trail, can't wait for that to be me! Awesome work!!

Maridinger

im 5'3 and 180, 140 is my goal right now. this is a HUGE inspiration for me!!!!!

finally79

You are my inspiration. A beer lover who doesn't have a beer belly. I just bought a new pair of tennis shoes and I'm gonna start walking until I can actually run. I hope eating clean will show on me as well as it does on you. You totally rock!

vmekash

Super inspirational!!! WTG!
Thanks for sharing.

cmhusns

This is definitely a success story. I'm so happy for you! You have motivated me so much! I often wonder what's really under the layers if I keep working out. I will find out! I swear I saw a hint of Abs on myself today! (which - I must say was a very exciting moment for me.)

adavis59

You look gorgeous! You've done a wonderful job. Luv your abs!

MindyG150

I am very impressed! I wish!

zothiso

Amazing! Congrats!!!

BeDawn

Thank you for sharing! I am also 5'4", I started at 190 and I am down to 155. You are a great inspiration.
I do have a few questions, if you have a moment. Did you start running on a treadmill, pavement, or ? I have been wanting to run, but my neighborhood is not really runner friendly. Also, how many times a week did you strength train at first? Thank you, you've helped me get motivated again!

lhergenr

wow, i think i just turned gay

Hazel2005

Brilliant! 60 lbs on me won't be so amazing but it's about half way. I need to find me some "craft" beer.....pretty sure you meant "draft" LMAO! Very inspiring - thank you for posting!

lellagella

Amazing progress