48 Pounds Down with Pics :)
berlynn_j
Posts: 299 Member
I really enjoy looking at success stories and watching people change their lives and bodies for the better. I thought about waiting until I was done losing weight to post but I'm really happy with how far I've come along, even though I still have a little ways to go.
In June of this year I finally got tired of feeling so uncomfortable in my body. I also tipped the scales at 211 (I'm 5'6), which was the biggest I had EVER been and I just couldn't take it anymore. I started eating much better, I joined this site right away, and I started the couch to 5k program.
I've had a lot of NSV's along the way. I ran a 5k in 32:21 (I had never run before unless I had someone chasing me with a chainsaw). This past week at a conference I went to for my work, one of my teacher friends made me go shopping in all these stores I had been "too big" for before. I actually fit into wet seal jeans (size 13 but hey, it's the smallest I've ever been).
So here are some pics. I would like to lose about 20 more pounds and then adjust from there. But, I've come a long way and I am very happy with my progress thus far. Thanks for all the inspiration and support!
Here is me at about 205, after I already started MFP and running, down about 6 pounds (and yes, I was less than thrilled about having my picture taken, thus the facial expression):
This is about 186, well into the C25K program:
This is me at 170, getting ready to go to my 10 year reunion (I'm getting old, ha):
And finally this past week at my conference in my wet seal jeans (weight 163). Wearing low cut jeans was a whole new experience for me!!!
In June of this year I finally got tired of feeling so uncomfortable in my body. I also tipped the scales at 211 (I'm 5'6), which was the biggest I had EVER been and I just couldn't take it anymore. I started eating much better, I joined this site right away, and I started the couch to 5k program.
I've had a lot of NSV's along the way. I ran a 5k in 32:21 (I had never run before unless I had someone chasing me with a chainsaw). This past week at a conference I went to for my work, one of my teacher friends made me go shopping in all these stores I had been "too big" for before. I actually fit into wet seal jeans (size 13 but hey, it's the smallest I've ever been).
So here are some pics. I would like to lose about 20 more pounds and then adjust from there. But, I've come a long way and I am very happy with my progress thus far. Thanks for all the inspiration and support!
Here is me at about 205, after I already started MFP and running, down about 6 pounds (and yes, I was less than thrilled about having my picture taken, thus the facial expression):
This is about 186, well into the C25K program:
This is me at 170, getting ready to go to my 10 year reunion (I'm getting old, ha):
And finally this past week at my conference in my wet seal jeans (weight 163). Wearing low cut jeans was a whole new experience for me!!!
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C'mon peoples, I'm pretty proud of those jeans . Show me some love!0
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baby you look terrific! Congratulations on all your hard work!0
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WOW!!!!! You look great, Nice work0
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Looking good hun! Congratulations on all the hard work!0
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Great job you look great!0
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You look great! Congratulations on your progress so far0
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awesome well done you look fantastic0
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Awesome, awesome job! Keep up the great work!!!
The jeans are cute! Love the shoes!0 -
You look beautful, and so nice to see smiles You should be proud!!0
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Very nice!0
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You look phenomenal!0
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Looking Great!! Keep it up )0
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Great job! You've stayed motivated and have the results to prove it. Wish you continued success on your journey!0
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I love reading entries like yours. While it makes me jealous, it also gives me hope! Your transformation is profound. You go girl!0
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You look amazing! I'm starting where you did and am built about the same; so your success is very inspiring!0
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Great job! I can't wait to be there!0
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Awesome job!!! Wet seal jeans cracked me up, but I totally get it! I started out on this journey at 226, and Im still going and weighing in at 197 now, and went anniversary outfit shopping for me and the hubbies 5 year anniversary and guess where I got my outfit????Rue 21.... yep yep I was pretty proud, and it actually looked good! Keep up the good work!0
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You are doing SO great. total inspiration to many of us, and i'm not just saying that because you are one of my first friends here on MFP. you look great! those jeans are rocking you are awesome!!! super cute chic, i would love to meet a lady like you.0
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Your hard work shows! You are healthier and happier and thats awesome! Great job!0
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fantastic great job and thanks for sharing0
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Wow! Amazing transformation! Enjoy those low cut jeans!!0
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I would be proud of those jeans too! Way to go! :bigsmile:0
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Wow you are starting just about where I am and we're almost the same height so it's great to see your success so far! I can't wait to have my own 'success story"...keep it up...you look wonderful!0
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Great job! Doesn't look like you need to lose another 20 but you'll get there in no time if you want to!0
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You look fantastic-- and yes you look amazing in those jeans. (: Great job.0
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You look great! Thanks for sharing your progress.0
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Thanks for the success story! Love em. Keeps me motivated. My girl likes wet seal clothes...sigh. Maybe this time next year I will be able to raid her closet! Cept, I think i draw the line at low riding jeans.... rofl. At 56, I just don't see it, but good for you!
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You look fantastic! Congrats on your results--they're spectacular!0
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You have done such an amazing job! Congrats!
All of your runs make me pumped to do mine, and seeing how much you have turned into a runner has made me want to take my running even further.
Awesome job!0 -
Great job, you look great!0
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