Over 130 pounds lost...about 60-65 to go!

jrussoalesi

Saying Congratulations just does not seem sufficient for what you have accomplished, so I am just gonna say WOW. What a fantastic job you hve done taking your life back. Way to go, keep it up. We are all in this together and you are leading us in the right direction!

Perfectdiamonds1

Wow!!!! Just Wow!!! You look amazing. I just know you are so very proud of yourself. Keep up the great work. Again, you look great

SCtolulu

Nicely done!

akarney

WOW! You are amazing! That is some serious dedication and I'm sure that you will achieve your dreams!

renee_lynn

You look beautiful! you look like a completely different person!♥ Congrats and you'll be prepared for Boot Camp for sure! keep it up hun you are an inspiration!

KatLifter

Great work, and you are beautiful!!

benurahul

Your post has inspired me tremendously!!! The world seems so good right now! Thanks!
With this achievement tucked under your arm, you are going to be one hell of an officer.
Hats off to you!

gordowens

Amazing job, congrats!

JanaCanada

Awesome work! Your efforts have been rewarded - you look fabulous!

MGreensides

The pride and sparkle in your eye say it all. You have already accomplished what millions of people wish they had the willpower to do. By sharing your story you are literally changing lives, be proud of that! The military would be lucky to have you.

ndblades

What was your routine and diet like at first and how did it progress as you lost weight?

I started out JUST counting calories and watching portion sizes, aiming for the low MFP recommendations. I didn't even try exercising until I'd say May or June of 2012. In the beginning it was still a lot of processed foods. Around August 2012 I decided to start cooking from scratch more. I found everything so much more enjoyable when I was making great tasting foods that were also healthy. I just try and make sure my dishes are colorful (using produce). I haven't cut anything out of my diet and I don't believe in cheat days. If I want something, I have it, but it has to be worth it for me. So sometimes I'll eat 1 heavy meal a week, sometimes I won't. It all depends on what I'm craving.

I have since increased my calories as I'm working out twice a day most days (cardio and strength split between AM and PM). I actually just recently increased them again, I am now aiming for around 1700-1800 a day.

You look amazing, and it is so refreshing to see you did this the RIGHT way! You are sure to keep it off! And thank you for your dedication to getting into the military - you are an inspiration in more ways than one! Keep up the great work!