Almost 50 lbs down. Tummy pic heavy!

erin_zuk
erin_zuk Posts: 226 Member
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So I'm less than a pound away from having lost 50 lbs since January of 2011.
This hasn't been easy. I've been up and down. It's been frustrating.
But seeing the changes has been SO worth it. By the way, I'm about 5'6 and a 1/2.
I started out doing a lot of weight training, and in the last year I've been running like crazy and cleaning up my eating.

Two years ago I couldn't run 5km without stopping at least 4-5 times to walk, and finishing took 38 mins.
last week I ran 5k in 28 minutes.
I'm currently training for the ScotiaBank Waterfront Half Marathon this October in Toronto and I'm hoping to finish under 2 hours.

My stomach has always been my most hated body part. I've got stretch marks. I've got extra skin.
I don't want a 6 pack. I don't want to be 10% body fat, but I definitely want to look slim and somewhat toned.
So posting all these pictures is sort of a big deal for me.

I think this was around April 2010. I don't know how much I weighed here.
***Picture Removed due to guideline #12***

November 2010. About 220lbs.
***Picture Removed due to guideline #12***


April 2011. Around 195 lbs.
april202011.jpg

Dec 2011. 185 lbs
dec711.jpg

March 2012. 175
march911.jpg

Today - 168 lbs.
aug1612.jpg

I'm hoping to lose another 20 lbs or so, but really I'd like to focus on lowering my BF% and increasing muscle tone.


****STAFF NOTE: While we support you amazing success and salute your for it, two of your pictures had to removed. The are in violation of guideline #12 - http://www.myfitnesspal.com/welcome/guidelines
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  • gleechick609
    gleechick609 Posts: 544 Member
    Great job Erin!
  • Melissa592
    Melissa592 Posts: 32
    Awesome progress!!!! I'm so motivated by what you've done...we have very similar stats, body types, running times, lol. I'm 5'6 1/2" too and am starting at 233...I'm down 5 lbs to 229 right now, but have signed up for a 5k a month starting next weekend...for the next 6 mos. I too have to stop several times to walk and it takes me right around the 38 mins to finish as well! I am really looking to increase my time per race and slim down...and get rid of this body fat! Thanks for your pics...and congrats on your race time!! :)
  • KAR1959
    KAR1959 Posts: 4,337 Member
    Wow! You look amazing. There is hope:smile:
  • ichorica
    ichorica Posts: 475 Member
    Great work and dedication!
  • Mel2626
    Mel2626 Posts: 342 Member
    I love seeing your progress!! You really are the Energizer Bunny~putting us all to shame with your workouts. Lookin' good, lady!!! :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:
  • therealkittymao
    therealkittymao Posts: 194 Member
    You look FAB. So proud to be your mfp friend, you are an inspiration to me!!!!
  • alliwithaneye
    alliwithaneye Posts: 163 Member
    You look AMAZING! I hope you don't mind if I add you for support and inspiration :)
  • dawemouse
    dawemouse Posts: 3
    So I'm less than a pound away from having lost 50 lbs since January of 2011.
    This hasn't been easy. I've been up and down. It's been frustrating.
    But seeing the changes has been SO worth it. By the way, I'm about 5'6 and a 1/2.
    I started out doing a lot of weight training, and in the last year I've been running like crazy and cleaning up my eating.

    Two years ago I couldn't run 5km without stopping at least 4-5 times to walk, and finishing took 38 mins.
    last week I ran 5k in 28 minutes.
    I'm currently training for the ScotiaBank Waterfront Half Marathon this October in Toronto and I'm hoping to finish under 2 hours.

    My stomach has always been my most hated body part. I've got stretch marks. I've got extra skin.
    I don't want a 6 pack. I don't want to be 10% body fat, but I definitely want to look slim and somewhat toned.
    So posting all these pictures is sort of a big deal for me.

    I think this was around April 2010. I don't know how much I weighed here.
    jan2310.jpg

    November 2010. About 220lbs.
    nov1010.jpg

    April 2011. Around 195 lbs.
    april202011.jpg

    Dec 2011. 185 lbs
    dec711.jpg

    March 2012. 175
    march911.jpg

    Today - 168 lbs.
    aug1612.jpg

    I'm hoping to lose another 20 lbs or so, but really I'd like to focus on lowering my BF% and increasing muscle tone.

    omg you look amazing, great job you must be so proud. i can only dream. (for now)
  • Melanie_RS
    Melanie_RS Posts: 417 Member
    OMG, you have SHRUNK!!!! you have ribs (and an awesome tattoo) & you look amazing! flaunt it girl!!!! :D i'm sure a piercing is in your future!!!
  • fatty_to_fitty
    fatty_to_fitty Posts: 544 Member
    You've done an amazing job you should be proud
  • midnite81
    midnite81 Posts: 162 Member
    This is brilliant Erin - you must be so proud of yourself. It certainly helps to give others hope. Tummies are often the hardest things to sort, but you're really doing great and thanks for sharing.
  • Bonnyr1971
    Bonnyr1971 Posts: 51
    Awesome job! I can only hope that I can look like that in the future!!
  • iron_jj
    iron_jj Posts: 446 Member
    Great progress :flowerforyou: Looking good!
  • dalexander82
    dalexander82 Posts: 111 Member
    Hard work pays off, great job!
  • mitzi1235
    mitzi1235 Posts: 17 Member
    WOW, thank you for including the photos and congratulations. It is so worth it to be slim and not have all that weight to carry around. I am so happy for you and I will root for you.:flowerforyou:
  • alexiaans
    alexiaans Posts: 113 Member
    Awesome job!
  • MommaKit79
    MommaKit79 Posts: 852
    GREAT Job!!! This is my exact goal!!!!!!! I am hoping to have the same results as you!! :)
  • leilaphoenix
    leilaphoenix Posts: 839 Member
    What a huge difference. Your tum is looking awesome in the final pic. Well done you.
  • kylejh
    kylejh Posts: 221 Member
    Great work!!
  • MJLPAA
    MJLPAA Posts: 32 Member
    Bravo! Congratulations!
  • avasano
    avasano Posts: 487 Member
    OH Wow ! You look great! Way to go!!
  • hayley9914
    hayley9914 Posts: 80 Member
    You look amazing! Well done you!!
  • TravisBikes
    TravisBikes Posts: 674 Member
    You rock!
  • mercymarque
    mercymarque Posts: 450
    U can certainly tell the difference thanks for sharing and keep up the great work!
  • Tori_356
    Tori_356 Posts: 510 Member
    great job!!!
  • gabriellejayde
    gabriellejayde Posts: 607 Member
    wow! you should be really proud of yourself... you look fantastic!
  • sherisse69
    sherisse69 Posts: 795 Member
    Nice job! Talk about change! Way to go!
  • MissJenova
    MissJenova Posts: 258
    WOW! What amazing progress and what great inspiration!!

    Congratulations and keep it up. You look FANTASTIC! :flowerforyou:
  • elisa123gal
    elisa123gal Posts: 4,324 Member
    You are looking so good..what an inspiration.
  • mrsoz22
    mrsoz22 Posts: 61 Member
    Nice work, tummy looks great! :-)

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