I have "only lost" ..... (Insert pounds here) BUT!

I have only lost 14 pounds but...
I feel more confident in myself
My collarbones are starting to show
I have a flatter belly
I don't binge anymore
I can wear some of my old clothes

I have only lost 8 pounds BUT

I can now do 40 pushups (on my feet) when before the most I could do was 10, on my knees
I can now make it through 2 back-to-back intense cardio classes with high energy, and motivate others, when before I struggled with an hour of zumba
I am now a size 4-6 when before I was a size 8-10

bump

I have only lost 14 pds BUT..

I am now wearing M and L instead of XL

Wearing 10 and 12 jeans instead of 14 or 16

I am able to walk longer distances and up the stairs without feeling like I am about to pass out

I am able to eat in moderation and say NO to too much junk food and candy

I am feeling better about myself

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I have only lost 7.8 pounds...BUT

I have more energy than I have had in years.
I'm proud of my daily Zumba workout.
My face already looks thinner!
My pants (size 20) are already starting to feel loose.
My confidence is building.
I am more aware of the world around me, because I'm not drugged up on binge foods.
I am more aware of what my body needs throughout the day.
I have a better understanding of things - what I like to eat, what nutrients I lack, how much I can push my body in a workout..
I am learning to enjoy my food as part of my day, not all of my day.
I still obsess about food - but I'm getting a lot better, and I do not feel like food is ruling my day!

I have only lost 23lbs BUT
~ I am now in a size 14 over the old size 20's
~ I no longer dread my workout everynight
~ I smile instead of frown when looking in the mirror
~ I am learning what being proud of myself means
~ And who knew....vegetables are not so bad!!

LOVE, LOVE LOVE THIS!!!! GREAT JOB EVERYONE! CAN'T WAIT TO ADD TO THIS ONE DAY!

I have only lost 140 pounds (not all through MFP) but my knees hurt less, I look better and I can work out without having to stop lots. I am not there yet but I have done well even if it has taken me 7 years (with a three and a bit year gap due to pregnancy and being lazy and preoccupied).

I have lost only 50 pounds BUT:

Am now a size 2 or 4 instead of a size 14!
Can now wear small tops, dresses and pants!
I have more energy than I ever had in my 20s
I make healthy decisions for myself every day
I actually WANT to be active instead of dreading it. I feel awful when I don't move at least once a day!
I am mindful of the food I put into my body and the energy I expend!
I try new things all the time. I'm not afraid to try any new physical activities.
I love shopping. I don't buy shoes and purses anymore because clothes fit!
I can do a headstand and a handstand
I can see my ribs, but it's a good thing!
I can see/feel my hip bones no problem.
I can wear a two-piece bathing suit if I want to. (Well, anyone can, but now I am not afraid to)
I WANT to quit smoking now and know I'm ready
People call me skinny. I used to snort because I haven't been skinny since I was 10.
I weigh less than my husband for the first time ever. (By 2 pounds but I'll take it. I can wear his pants!)
I can beat him arm wrestling (left-handed, but hey, I'll take it!)
My bloodwork is ACES (no more high tri-glycerides or cholesterol)
My doctor is pleased with me, for once!

Great thread... love reading about everyone's amazing transformations!

I have only lost 52lbs, but....

I am now in a much smaller clothing size.
I'm stronger than the eating disorder that used to run my life.
I have hip and collar bones that stick out.
I have a lot more energy
I love going to the gym
I'm setting a good example for my daughters
I have lost A LOT of inches
I am a lot healthier.
I'm happier....

most of all i can trust myself to make the right choices and know that i can have mess ups and still keep moving forward. life is not about being perfect.