Failed to hit a "Goal Weight"

MeganSWoods
MeganSWoods Posts: 196 Member
in Success Stories
Yes, you read that right-- This Success Story is about a "failure"

I hit my original goal of losing 130 lbs.

Actually I hit my original goal, then I hit my new goal of losing 135 lbs.

Actually I hit my original goal, then I hit my new goal, then I hit my New new goal of losing 140 lbs.

And then I stalled. I regained some; I lost some; I have bounced all around this weight-- I have maintained within a few lbs.

I tried to make a NEW New new goal of losing 50% of my original body weight (152.5 lbs total), and failed to hit it.

In failing to hit this random goal I had set for myself, I realized I have already accomplished so much! I started out at 305 lbs at 5'10". I was 25 years old, and I was heading for an early grave. Today I am 167 lbs at 5'10" and 28 years old.

I am at a healthy weight. I have (basically) maintained this healthy weight for 7 months now.

I'd say that's a success.

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  • Rosegardenia
    Rosegardenia Posts: 53 Member
    I'd say so! Well done.
  • sheyennelilly
    sheyennelilly Posts: 122 Member
    That is a huge success! You look wonderful and I'm sure you feel wonderful too. Congratulations!
  • kizzykizzywizzy1
    kizzykizzywizzy1 Posts: 19 Member
    You've done amazingly to lose it all in the first place & then to maintain it - huge success I'd say xx
  • Guamybear
    Guamybear Posts: 1,061 Member
    You look fantastic..I don't think you need to go any lower...you look healthy and happy.. Great work!
  • gmansmom2
    gmansmom2 Posts: 201 Member
    You have done a wonderful job! You look amazing and happy! Good for you.
  • FrankiesSaysRelax
    FrankiesSaysRelax Posts: 403 Member
    You look great! I would definitely say you succeeded :)
  • Tootce01
    Tootce01 Posts: 184
    You look amazing! Congrats and keep up the great work!
  • runningwild00
    runningwild00 Posts: 109
    Good job! You look great....you should be proud!
  • jenns1964
    jenns1964 Posts: 384 Member
    What a fantastic failure!! You did awesome.
  • wldrose75
    wldrose75 Posts: 128
    Major success! You look beautiful!! Congrats.
  • Mommy4812
    Mommy4812 Posts: 649 Member
    Yes, you read that right-- This Success Story is about a "failure"

    I hit my original goal of losing 130 lbs.

    Actually I hit my original goal, then I hit my new goal of losing 135 lbs.

    Actually I hit my original goal, then I hit my new goal, then I hit my New new goal of losing 140 lbs.

    And then I stalled. I regained some; I lost some; I have bounced all around this weight-- I have maintained within a few lbs.

    I tried to make a NEW New new goal of losing 50% of my original body weight (152.5 lbs total), and failed to hit it.

    In failing to hit this random goal I had set for myself, I realized I have already accomplished so much! I started out at 305 lbs at 5'10". I was 25 years old, and I was heading for an early grave. Today I am 167 lbs at 5'10" and 28 years old.

    I am at a healthy weight. I have (basically) maintained this healthy weight for 7 months now.

    I'd say that's a success.

    BeforeandAfterbeach.jpg


    You have done amazing!! Awesome job!
  • amandapye78
    amandapye78 Posts: 820 Member
    I'd def say thats a huge success!!! GOOD JOB!!!
  • RevCO30
    RevCO30 Posts: 176 Member
    Kudos to you! You look awesome!
  • DaniH826
    DaniH826 Posts: 1,335 Member
    You look healthy and fabulous exactly the way you are. Failure does you good!
  • strongnotskinny121
    strongnotskinny121 Posts: 329 Member
    Awesome outlook! And just because it was an original goal doesn't mean you have to hold yourself to it! We all reflect and revise our goals as we progress. You realized you are at a healthy weight for your height (god I wish I had your height, I'm just over 5 ft lol) and that is more important. Health not being skinny. Good job and congrats!!!!! :)))))
  • dsjohndrow
    dsjohndrow Posts: 1,820 Member
    Of course it is!
  • CristinaL1983
    CristinaL1983 Posts: 1,119 Member
    Congratulations! You look amazing!
  • lazydaydays
    lazydaydays Posts: 66
    Look at you :-) well done you've done fab x
  • SlvrBluGoddess
    SlvrBluGoddess Posts: 239 Member
    You've done an awesome job. Congratulations!
  • 5ftnFun
    5ftnFun Posts: 948 Member
    You look wonderful. What a wonderful success story! :flowerforyou:
  • Songbirdcw
    Songbirdcw Posts: 320 Member
    Awesome weight loss, and great job at maintenance! Keep at it! You look great!
  • Dawners98
    Dawners98 Posts: 120 Member
    Amazing!! I'm about 30 pounds shy of my initial goal and I've been here for the past 18 months. It's easy to think I've failed because I haven't hit my goal weight, and I often forget about what I've done. Thank you for reminding me that it's not about numbers. Congratulations on your continued maintenance and possible loss! :)
  • garyobesedeleted
    garyobesedeleted Posts: 117 Member
    that's fantastic, glad you realized how well you've done!
  • lawtechie
    lawtechie Posts: 708 Member
    You rock at failing and look great doing it! Success!
  • Starlightbella
    Starlightbella Posts: 77 Member
    Excellent job! You inspire me :) I'm 5'9 and hoping to be where you are soon :) Keep up the great work:wink:
  • pamelalk
    pamelalk Posts: 70 Member
    you look amazing congratulations!! keep up the good work
  • MaraDiaz
    MaraDiaz Posts: 4,604 Member
    I would say it's a success and you look incredible at your current weight. Congrats! :drinker:
  • 1jobean
    1jobean Posts: 84
    Wow, great job!
  • luvs2read1979
    luvs2read1979 Posts: 113 Member
    That is DEFINITELY a success!!! Congrats!
  • LovingCruz
    LovingCruz Posts: 634 Member
    Definitly a Huge success!! Love it!! Congratulations!!

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