From 323-174 in 2 yrs

BlueObsidian · February 2013

Thank you for posting this! I started at 297 pounds and know my journey will probably take two years. It's so inspiring to see people who have lost this much weight. Thank you for the reminder that I can do this!

janeite1990 · February 2013

Congrats on the weight loss, but even more celebration for your son's successes. I really think the two go hand in hand. I think as you got healthier, you were probably able to help him more! Much love to you both!

caseythirteen · February 2013

That's amazing! You have accomplished something truly remarkable and you have yourself to thank for it. WTG!!

staceypunk · February 2013

Wow! Amazing job. You look great (and healthy)!

yusineddy · February 2013

WOW!!! What a transformation, congratulations on your success as well as your son's success, who by the way is such a cutie!

phy40 · February 2013

Very inspiring story! I'm so happy for you and your family.

fastfoodietofitcutie · February 2013

Congratulations, you should be so proud, you look great!

When you say low carb diet, how low carb do you go?

pronetocrash91 · February 2013

Amazing success story! Thanks so much for sharing your story and pictures. You're definitely an inspiration.

Lauralei36 · February 2013

Wow, that's amazing. Well done.

red_road · February 2013

WOOT WOOT:flowerforyou:

jfauci · February 2013

WOW, WOW, WOW!!! You look fantastic!!! Congratulations!

sevencallmemom · February 2013

You guys are making me do the ugly cry! LOL

Thanks so much for all the kind words.

Congratulations, you should be so proud, you look great!

When you say low carb diet, how low carb do you go?

In the beginning, I did the standard Atkins style very low carbs...can't remember numbers offhand, but I'm thinking 30 or less. As time went on I upped it to the point that I didn't really worry about them as long as they came from non starchy veg and fruit. There were days that I was at 75 and didn't worry about it.

Now that I workout 3+ hrs a day, with 2 hrs of that being intense bootcamp style workouts, I eat 3-4 servings of whole grains a day because I was too drained to perform well without them. My carbs are still always under 200 though.

MayMaydoesntrun · February 2013

You look AMAZING!! Great news, too, that your son is doing so well! :drinker:

kelatki · February 2013

Thanks for sharing. YOU ROCK!

beasilvac · February 2013

U r such an inspiration! And u look great! Congatulations and thanks for sharing

Seaglass1123 · February 2013

ROCKSTAR! Amazing story, thank you for sharing!

agoofynut · February 2013

AMAZING!! Such an inspiration!

jmcreynolds91 · February 2013

youre amazing! great work!

ice1200s · February 2013

I've read all the posts and say ditto to all of them. Congrats!
From what I've read, only surgery cures the fatwings. :-( It sounds kind of expensive, but definitely a good thing, as that too is extra weight you don't need to be carrying around. From what I've read, some insurances cover it and most do not unless it is medically necessary. I guess it's dependent on how good a salesperson your doctor is to the insurance company. I would also guess you need to be in maintenance and holding for a good while before your doctor or the insurance company will even consider it. Bottom line: Talk to your doctor about it. Hope this helps! Ciao, Marc

bglisson · February 2013

Thank you for sharing -- you look fit and happy. What a great accomplishment and I appreciate you sharing your story.

sweetpea129 · February 2013

You, my dear, are AMAZING!

DonnaNCgirl · February 2013

Great story! You look fabulous!

ejacree1010 · February 2013

Congrats on your weight loss success, I know first hand how hard this journey was for you. It's a wonderful feeling overcoming a stronghold in your life. I never thought in a million years I could loss almost 200 pounds on my own without any surgery but I discovered that God will help those who are willing to help themselves. I am very happy for you!! To God be the Glory!!