Anyone lose 100+ pounds WITHOUT surgery?

jennyrebekka

Congrats to everyone who has done this........I cannot even manage to make it to 20 lbs lost - - can't get it through my thick skull that i can't exercise my way out of bad food choices.
*sigh* hopefully i will GET IT someday!

JoshuaL86

I've lost 120 pounds without surgery

hockeyfan87

I'm pretty close! 92 lbs gone haha.
This photo is only like 3 weeks old hah.

jlapey

This is a picture of me in 1 leg of my jean capri's that I used to wear before I started my journey. As you can see, my 5 yr old nephew can share them with me.

OMG! This is awesome. Love it!

bcf7683

I have lost 147 with 3 more to go. No surgery just lifting and cardio and proper nutrition. About 1 year and 9 months.

June 2011:




Feb 2013:

Holy *kitten*! That's freaking incredible. :drinker:

rhondatime2chg

You all are very inspiring. I have about 80 pounds to loose. Been working at it for a month, watching what I eat, and exercising, but the weight just has not started to come off yet. It gets discouraging, but I'm hanging in there.

Pangea250

I'm not quite at 100 yet, but I've lost 75 lbs, on my way to 104 lbs.

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Now:

AmericanExpat

I have struggled with my weight for most of my life.. seeing these pictures and transformations is truely inspiring. I hope one day I am able to post the same success.

Edited: Because I can't spell

unapologetically_crystal

i have lost 140lbs without surgery. just watching calories and walking! its totally possible. it does take time though. i have been at this for 605ish days. i have some comparison pictures on my profile

alycat1990

Forgot to add... my doctor said that, in order to "qualify" for a gastric band or bypass, British NHS patients have to lose 10% of their body weight on their own, by dieting, to show that they are serious and committed.

But this seems rather stupid to me!

Firstly, IF a person could lose by diet and exercise, they would, and would not need WLS.

Secondly, IF a person could lose 10% (and for me that would be 37 lb) then all she has to do is repeat the process again and again until she's lost all she wants to.

Actually the most important reason they want you to loose it on your own - is because over a certain weight it is not safe to perform surgery of ANY kind. too many health risks during the surgery and post operatively.

Khendyl

you guys are all so inspirational!

lizrosscollier

Yep! 123 pounds lost. here's my facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/liz.ross.collier.aip

anabs72

This post is so inspiring. I've been struggling of whether or not to have surgery. I have an appointment on Wednesday. I'm tempted to cancel because I haven't honestly given a 100% effort to do this on my own. As I read through WLS forums I find that it still comes down to portion control, exercise and good food choices. Thank you for sharing and showing that it is possible.

ronrstaats

I've lost over 200 without surgery...

april1445

Just bump.

dym123

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no surgery (unless you count knee surgery), ate less, moved more, lifted heavy things

josol1971

Amazing!!!

Lunarbeanie

Bump! I need you all for inspiration! Awesome, all of you!

dward59

Forgot to add... my doctor said that, in order to "qualify" for a gastric band or bypass, British NHS patients have to lose 10% of their body weight on their own, by dieting, to show that they are serious and committed.

But this seems rather stupid to me!

Firstly, IF a person could lose by diet and exercise, they would, and would not need WLS.

Secondly, IF a person could lose 10% (and for me that would be 37 lb) then all she has to do is repeat the process again and again until she's lost all she wants to.

Actually the most important reason they want you to loose it on your own - is because over a certain weight it is not safe to perform surgery of ANY kind. too many health risks during the surgery and post operatively.

Add to this, you have a tool with WLS. It isn't a magic bullet. You still have to be mindful of what and how you eat. You are supposed to be working with a nutritionist and dietitian during that period to start the process and have you ready when you return from the surgical procedure.

I love all the success stories on here, and wish mine had been one of them. I lost 152 lbs in 2007 and by last year had put 110 of it back on. I assume OP had the Band surgery since it could be undone. That didn't fit my lifestyle, and I know there is no going back for me. I'm OK with that. We use the tools we need to use.

themommie

I lost 115 lbs without surgery ok took almost 3 yrs but I did it lol. Just break it down. Into smaller doable goals. I just contrated on 10 lbs at a time because 100 +lbs seemed overwhelming and impossible. You can do it.....

sweetpea129

I've lost over 200 without surgery...

You are awesome! Congratulations!

ronrstaats

You are awesome! Congratulations!

Thanks

james6998

Honestly this thread should be make STICKY. I think its that important to warrant it.

brit__2006

Everyone on here looks so great, and such an inspiration to see so many people work toward their goals because they are capable. I know too many people who have had the lapband because (their answers) "it's quicker" it's easier".

Losing weight the right way by no means is easy, but you learn alot by the time you are finished losing and going into maintenance for the rest of your life.

You can look at my profile and see my befores and nows if you'd like.

Good luck to everyone just starting the journey, and know that it's only failing if you give up!

1yoyoKAT

I've lost 129 in just over a year and still more to go. No surgery, no gimmicks, just concentrating on a healthy lifestyle. BTW I'm short and 55, if I can do it, YOU can do it! :flowerforyou:

Before:
After:

Here's the story of my first year: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1075986-55-years-old-1-year-126-pounds-lost

MyaPapaya75

popped in to see all the success stories ..im 1/2 there without surgery myself

Birder150

This thread is so full of WIN!

I get so stinkin' excited and inspired by all of you! :happy:

I'm marking my place because I fully intend to post my successful 100 lb loss here, too. Hopefully in 1 year or less. :bigsmile:

julesyb1982

Right here About 20 more to go. Started 277, now im 171. All from healthier eating, counting calories and walking. Oh & chasing 2 toddlers around

You look fabulous!!

anabs72

You look amazing!! Hehe. I'm short and 41 so glad to hear us 'older' girls can still kick some butt!

I've lost 129 in just over a year and still more to go. No surgery, no gimmicks, just concentrating on a healthy lifestyle. BTW I'm short and 55, if I can do it, YOU can do it! :flowerforyou:

Before:
After:

Here's the story of my first year: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1075986-55-years-old-1-year-126-pounds-lost

poohpoohpeapod

I lost 113 or so before joining MFP