Size 24 to size what??

needlework
needlework Posts: 141 Member
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Just curious. I am a size 24 and am 5'8". I am just wondering what sizes people have become once they have lost weight. I know it's possible, but I just need to reassurance that it can be done. I am not requesting pictures (unless you want to post them), but just some encouragement I guess is what I am looking for. Also, what was your plan of attack to get healthier? How did you lose the weight Any replies would be greatly appreciated!!!

Have a great day everyone!!!
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  • Elise_healthy4life
    Elise_healthy4life Posts: 182 Member
    I was a 26 now I'm a 16 I brought a size 14 dress today but its a bit tight I want to be a 12 :)
  • Gwen_B
    Gwen_B Posts: 1,018 Member
    Well, I am 5"8" and as an adult I have ranged form 10-12. Since I started MFP I have lost 15 pounds and wear 8-9. I don't take pictures though, I am not photogenic. I am not trying to loose anymore weight at this point, I just trying to tone up now.
  • crimsoncat
    crimsoncat Posts: 457 Member
    5'5.5" and 23 here. 34-27-37 now. I was a size 13 in juniors in highschool and now I'm a pretty solid size 7 (occasionally a five). I believe I was an 8+ in women's back then and now I'm a 2-4 depending on the brand. At H&M I'm an 8.
  • allifantastical
    allifantastical Posts: 946 Member
    I am 5'9 and a 24. Good question.
  • kendrafallon
    kendrafallon Posts: 1,030 Member
    I started out a British size 24, currently a British size 16/18 aiming to be a 12/14 - 5'5" and 38 years old btw
  • 302cupcake
    302cupcake Posts: 34
    I was a size 24W at 302 pounds - I am now a 16W at 232 pounds and halfway to my 162 pound goal.
  • vytamindi
    vytamindi Posts: 845 Member
    5'5.5" and 23 here. 34-27-37 now. I was a size 13 in juniors in highschool and now I'm a pretty solid size 7 (occasionally a five). I believe I was an 8+ in women's back then and now I'm a 2-4 depending on the brand.

    TAIGA!!!!

    *ahem* Back to OP. 5'8" and getting close to onederland. Large frame, currently wearing a size 16 pants. At my highest weight (258) I was wearing tight size 20/22.

    My body type is weird. I have no butt, thinner legs, and a huge belly, so getting pants that fit in the waist as well as the legs is really hard to find.

    Edited: All sizes are US sizes.
  • bethygirlie
    bethygirlie Posts: 311 Member
    I was a size 36W and it was tight. I had to buy them at a big girl's store and occaisionally shop at the big man's store for jeans. I am currently a juniors 11/13.
  • CRichards22
    CRichards22 Posts: 120
    I was in a snug size 20 10 months ago after having my second baby and I'm wearing comfortable 12s and snug 10s now! YOU CAN DO IT!!!!!! Just keep logging! :happy:
  • ChapinaGrande
    ChapinaGrande Posts: 289 Member
    I was a size 20 (OK, 22, but squeezing into a 20) the winter before last. Now, I'm a 16. It only took so long because I only started being diligent about weight loss for the last 6 months.
  • Amberonamission
    Amberonamission Posts: 836 Member
    Size 22 to an 18 in 50 days.
  • Kempossible
    Kempossible Posts: 158 Member
    I started out in a 20 now Im in a 12. Still have 25 more pounds to go. Good Luck on your journey!
  • lanouette
    lanouette Posts: 11 Member
    I am 5'2" and was a size 24. Now I am a size 14. You can do it.
  • Rebeccawks
    Rebeccawks Posts: 61 Member
    Hey! 5'9" & currently weigh around 183+/- & wear a loose 12/fitted10. I still need to lose about 15 lbs before I'm healthy weight an.d then tone. I'll probably end in a size 8. :) don't worry! That can be done! I use to wear a size 28. 203 lbs lost as of this morning. it's totally worth it just keep with it.
  • wizbeth1218
    wizbeth1218 Posts: 358 Member
    I'm 5'8" and a size 24. My goal is a size 12. I have always been heavy and I don't have a great muscle structure under all the flab... Well, I assume I don't. ;) My point is that I'm not sure it's realistic for me personally to be a size 8. Don't get me wrong, I would do back handsprings of joy if I ever get to an 8. But between my doctor and I we figured that a realistic goal was a size 12.
    BTW, I have 142 pounds to lose. So, I'll see you around on this lifetime journey. :)
    Elizabeth
  • CheriBC34
    CheriBC34 Posts: 6
    I started out a 22/24 and some 26/28's in January 2012 (and I'm 5'7) and now I'm wearing L/XL and yesterday I bought a size 14 skirt oh and 2 skinny belts!!! whoop whoop!
  • firstsip
    firstsip Posts: 8,399 Member
    Just here to say try focusing on measurements over "clothing" sizes--depending on your body type, clothing can be a ***** (ex: when I was at my worse during anorexia, my pants size was only 2 sizes smaller than my normal size... my hips don't lie). Obviously, you'll be able to get into a non-plus size range of clothing when you reach your goal/ideal weight... :) Just putting out an early reminder that focus on measurements, pictures, and how you feel over numbers on a scale and numbers on a tag!
  • mohanj
    mohanj Posts: 381 Member
    I was size 24W at 238. Now I am 193 and wear size 16W (U.S size).
  • johannasmith
    johannasmith Posts: 12 Member
    I can really relate to this feeling. I have been obese my entire adult life and it has given me fat brain. I really feel larger than what I actually am and I have a hard time believing I will be smaller than a size 18. I am now a size 14/16 and I am having difficulty believing that I could be a size 12. However, it can happen. :) I was a size 22/24 when I started. You can do it!!!!! Good luck! Friend me if you like for support!
  • abbiepql
    abbiepql Posts: 45
    Judging my clothes is hard to call. I started in 6X and now I wear anything from a XL to 1X or a 18. And that is my pants - in shirts I could easily do a 16 so depending on SO MANY variables - like where you carry most of your weight (that area will be the last to get smallest) and what shape you are, as well as what brand or merchandiser you buy from will call that size number into play. General rule of thumb for me is about 30 lbs. per size in the larger sizes and 20 lbs. per size when you get into the "normal" sizes.
  • tyrantduck
    tyrantduck Posts: 387 Member
    i'm 5'6", 320lbs and wearing between a 26W and a 30W depending on the brand of jeans. I hate how it seems like there's no universal sizing chart between companies... makes it a pain in the butt to buy jeans!

    When I started here I was 340lbs wearing 32W, so it all depends on the brand, but I can say I've lost anywhere between 1-3 sizes.
  • Aello11
    Aello11 Posts: 312 Member
    Hey! 5'9" & currently weigh around 183+/- & wear a loose 12/fitted10. I still need to lose about 15 lbs before I'm healthy weight an.d then tone. I'll probably end in a size 8. :) don't worry! That can be done! I use to wear a size 28. 203 lbs lost as of this morning. it's totally worth it just keep with it.

    Awesome job!!!!
  • awmejia
    awmejia Posts: 147 Member
    I am 5"5" and I have gone from a size 30w to a size 14/16.
  • CassieReannan
    CassieReannan Posts: 1,479 Member
    I went from a size 22 - 20 (AU) to size 18, almost in 16s.
  • kborton1122
    kborton1122 Posts: 914 Member
    I'm only 5'1, but started out at 258.5 lbs and size 24W jeans. I'm now 159 lbs and currently in a misses size 12. Yay! Still have 25 - 30 lbs left to lose.
  • rce884
    rce884 Posts: 47 Member
    i am 5'7 and presently 297 and size 24, my goal is to get to a size 14/16 so i can go into a regular store and buy what i like off the rack. andnot have to pay extra for the apparent yards of material it takes to go up to my size (sorry that was abit sarcastic, i just get irked when i think of the lovely outfits that i havent been able to afford because i am plus size)

    i think i will want to be smaller when i reach 14/16 but for now that is my goal. i was quite happy at 170 so that is my timid goal.
  • KrayKira
    KrayKira Posts: 230
    I'm 5'7 and was a size 24..
    Almost in a size 16 now with about 40kg to lose....
  • laurie62ann
    laurie62ann Posts: 433 Member
    I'm 5'5 -- Size 24 to Size 14. My goal is a size 10. I have a pair of 12's hanging in my bedroom, just waiting for me!
  • needlework
    needlework Posts: 141 Member
    WOW!!!! What an overwhelming response!! Thank you SO MUCH for all of the encouragement and to let me know what it really can be done. If any one of you want to send a friend request, I'd be happy to accept any and all.

    Thanks again! This is what I really needed to hear. My journey starts NOW!!!!!

    Have a fantastic day everyone!!!!!!!!!!
  • jayneh88
    jayneh88 Posts: 1
    I have gone from a size 22/24 at Christmas to now a size 18 even getting in some 16. Getting to an 18 was easy - due to stress, I ate less. I have lost 8lbs in 10 days eating around 1000/1200 cals a day. only abit of exercise. I have cut out fizzy pop. have 3 meals a day and eat clean. fruit n veg instead of junk! Next week the exercise kicks in, hoping to lose a stone by mid Nov - to go to disneyland.

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