40 lbs lost so far since July. We can do it guys.

whierd
whierd Posts: 14,025 Member
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I took a progress pic while at a hotel a few days ago and I was surprised at the noticeable difference in my body composition already. Then I looked at my before pics, which I hate doing, and felt a little sick at how far I had let myself go before doing something about it. So I wanted to share so that any other guys (or gals) here can see that we can change how we look and feel if we're willing to make the effort.

This is me at 340lbs.
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And again at 300lbs.
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  • Taimarra
    Taimarra Posts: 60
    I can only see half of you in the "before" pic ... but I can tell there is a HUGE difference between that and the after pic. You're looking great!
  • amybeth83
    amybeth83 Posts: 29 Member
    Wow - you are looking great!!!!! Keep up the good work :)
  • whierd
    whierd Posts: 14,025 Member
    Right click it, and select "View Image". I'm not sure why MFP cuts off photos like that, but I even recropped it and its still half off the screen. =/
  • littlebuddy84
    littlebuddy84 Posts: 995 Member
    Well done. I can see a big difference :-)
  • trumpeter26
    trumpeter26 Posts: 9 Member
    You look GREAT!
  • GeekyGirlLyn
    GeekyGirlLyn Posts: 238 Member
    Awesome job! You look amazing! Definitely you can do this. :)
  • Anappy
    Anappy Posts: 45 Member
    Awesome job !! Happy for you but now I am depressed. I have been doing this since June and have lost 12 pounds. How did you do it? I am staying under calorie and working out 5-6 days a week, what is your secret?
  • whierd
    whierd Posts: 14,025 Member
    Awesome job !! Happy for you but now I am depressed. I have been doing this since June and have lost 12 pounds. How did you do it? I am staying under calorie and working out 5-6 days a week, what is your secret?

    Guys tend to lose weight much more quickly then women for some reason. Plus I had the advantage of my sheer size. A guy weighing 200lbs won't lose as quickly as a guy weighing 300lbs, for example. For the most part, when I was losing weight the quickest, I was keeping my carbs to breakfast/lunch and then going with just protein and veggies for dinner. I'm not sure if that actually assisted my weight loss, but it definitely made me "feel" like I was losing more because I wouldn't wake up with a bloated feeling.
  • laurisgomez
    laurisgomez Posts: 6
    wow you motivate me to work even harder to get to my ideal weight
  • LindaLou252
    LindaLou252 Posts: 106
    Awesome work! I've lost 40 lbs since May... Maybe I should look those before pics up... *cringe* I, totally, get it! Keep on keepin' on!!! :drinker:
  • happiimilk
    happiimilk Posts: 44 Member
    Woohoo! Keep going! :D

    You can really see the difference on you!
  • DeeDel32
    DeeDel32 Posts: 542 Member
    Soo proud of you and can't wait to celebrate with you when you reach goal!
  • Bonnyr1971
    Bonnyr1971 Posts: 51
    great job! You dont even look like you weigh 300lbs but definitely can see a big difference in the pics..keep it up.
  • vtmoon
    vtmoon Posts: 3,436 Member
    Good Job Man! Keep it up!
  • whierd
    whierd Posts: 14,025 Member
    Thanks everyone. :flowerforyou:
  • carebear7951
    carebear7951 Posts: 404 Member
    That's great! Keep up the good work. :)
  • Car2012
    Car2012 Posts: 7 Member
    You look great! Congratulations, you should be proud of yourself!
  • supahstar71
    supahstar71 Posts: 926 Member
    Ahhhhhmazing, dear friend. :drinker:
  • whierd
    whierd Posts: 14,025 Member
    Ahhhhhmazing, dear friend. :drinker:

    :flowerforyou: :drinker:
  • Amybcb
    Amybcb Posts: 292 Member
    Nice job!! You can definitely see a difference. Keep up the great work
  • knightreader
    knightreader Posts: 813 Member
    awesome job, bud! inspire us all. keep up the commitment.
  • MrsVR
    MrsVR Posts: 13 Member
    Great job...just signed up today....need to lose 30....yikes!!
  • whierd
    whierd Posts: 14,025 Member
    Great job...just signed up today....need to lose 30....yikes!!

    Are you kidding me? Judging by your picture I'd say 10-15 max.
  • banks89202
    banks89202 Posts: 270
    Awesome job!!!
  • rachgarm
    rachgarm Posts: 39 Member
    Wtg, you are doing awesome! Keep it up!
  • whierd
    whierd Posts: 14,025 Member
    You are all awesome! :smile:
  • nomayo
    nomayo Posts: 228
    Awesome!
  • bettermistakes87
    bettermistakes87 Posts: 53 Member
    How tall are you? You wear your weight extremely well, sir :)
  • lisamarie2181
    lisamarie2181 Posts: 560 Member
    You look awesome, huge difference!! Congrats!
  • sam308lbs
    sam308lbs Posts: 1,936 Member
    congrats buddy..you look amazing..keep going :)

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