twunderland i made it!!!!

GeekGirl23
GeekGirl23 Posts: 517 Member
in Success Stories
So today I finally hit 299.5. I have been actively doing MFP since July. I actually started my weight loss THIS TIME at about 340-350 last year. It wasn't until I switched doctors and found out the cocktail of things out of balance in my body that was holding me back before I could break through and lose.

So since July I am 34.5lbs down (40 lbs for the year) and feeling great. I can do this! You can do this! Find something u love like I did with jazzercise, find a doc that listens to u, and put in the work!!!!!

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  • RobfromLakewood
    RobfromLakewood Posts: 684
    Crazy proud of you. If I think about it logically, I think 'why does an even number matter, like the difference between 19 pounds and 20 pounds is only a pound. So why does the 20 feel so much better?" But it's not always logic, for many of us, it is much more emotional. So I see you cross that barrier and know that even with all the amazing loss you have already done this year, crossing that barrier was your most amazing loss...so far.

    Glad you found what you love (for me bicycling) and a doctor who listens (for me it has been Dr. Chen) and I'm looking forward to hearing you cross more milestones!
  • GeekGirl23
    GeekGirl23 Posts: 517 Member
    Awe thanks that was sweet
  • rebelate
    rebelate Posts: 218 Member
    That's amazing! You're getting there, and doing a great job. :) Crossing into the 200's is a good accomplishment!
  • xxnellie146xx
    xxnellie146xx Posts: 996 Member
    The change in your face is amazing! Great work!
  • zannyzanzanzibar
    zannyzanzanzibar Posts: 354 Member
    Congrats, that's amazing!! There's a big difference in your pic too, you look fabulous :)
  • GeekGirl23
    GeekGirl23 Posts: 517 Member
    Thanks all!
  • BLady44
    BLady44 Posts: 50 Member
    Awesome job!! WTG..
  • mecoha3
    mecoha3 Posts: 3
    Great job! You look fantastic!
  • XXXMinnieXXX
    XXXMinnieXXX Posts: 3,459 Member
    Just wonderful! Onederland here you come! X
  • cruzcrzyMarie
    cruzcrzyMarie Posts: 251 Member
    Yes, you can do it because YOU ARE DOING IT!!! WTG. Keep up the good work. ONWARD AND DOWNWARD :).
  • sugboog29
    sugboog29 Posts: 630 Member
    Congratulations!! The difference in your face in your profile pic is amazing!!! Keep up the good work and you will be to onederland in no time!
  • marthathebear
    marthathebear Posts: 498
    You are doing great and look so pretty! Your smile says it all. Keep up the good work.
  • SinomenJen
    SinomenJen Posts: 262 Member
    YEAHHH!!! Hitting goals feels wonderful,, great job!
  • lkugel
    lkugel Posts: 4
    Congratulations! So, what was the formula that helped you? What was different from what you were doing before?
  • Ezzie
    Ezzie Posts: 665 Member
    :drinker: Here's a couple of chilled mugs of water raised in your honor!! Great job.
  • jbshooter
    jbshooter Posts: 23
    WOW!!!
  • angeliqueann
    angeliqueann Posts: 213 Member
    yay! good for you
  • angeliqueann
    angeliqueann Posts: 213 Member
    Crazy proud of you. If I think about it logically, I think 'why does an even number matter, like the difference between 19 pounds and 20 pounds is only a pound. So why does the 20 feel so much better?" But it's not always logic, for many of us, it is much more emotional. So I see you cross that barrier and know that even with all the amazing loss you have already done this year, crossing that barrier was your most amazing loss...so far.

    Glad you found what you love (for me bicycling) and a doctor who listens (for me it has been Dr. Chen) and I'm looking forward to hearing you cross more milestones!


    omg yes. 20 sounds so much better. I couldn't wait to get there since I was on the 19 for a week. lol
  • GeekGirl23
    GeekGirl23 Posts: 517 Member
    Congratulations! So, what was the formula that helped you? What was different from what you were doing before?

    Blood pressure was high so I am temporarily on meds for that. Understand the hormones I am low in and what foods to eat to boost them. Keeping my doc informed on bp and sugar levels. Mostly just tracking cals, fats, protein, sodium, and sugar. I am not a saint but I make more informed choices now.
  • GeekGirl23
    GeekGirl23 Posts: 517 Member
    You are doing great and look so pretty! Your smile says it all. Keep up the good work.

    Awe thank you! I feel great and will continue to keep on pushing. MFP has saved my life.
  • strawberrytoast
    strawberrytoast Posts: 711 Member
    Wonderful, keep at it :)
  • sgreen328
    sgreen328 Posts: 29
    Congratulations! And thanks for sharing :smile:
  • deb3129
    deb3129 Posts: 1,294 Member
    Yay!!! I know how good it feels! I started losing in March ,and I weighed 338 at the time. When I got into the 200's I was overjoyed! Now I am 32 pounds away from onederland, and can't wait! You are doing fantastic, keep it up!
  • HelenDootson
    HelenDootson Posts: 443 Member
    And you look amazing :happy:
  • Leesespieces412
    Leesespieces412 Posts: 29 Member
    i know how you feel!!!!! i started MFP at 313, the highest i've ever been. it scared me that i let myself get to the 300's. the whole time i was in the 200's i just kept thinking "at least i'm not in the 3's"... and then i was LOL. it was almost like a sigh of relief when i saw 299 on the scale. it's like you feel like you just cheated death LOL. crazy analogy. anyway that's amazing!!! congratulations and good job on the hard work!
  • BigMan_D
    BigMan_D Posts: 71 Member
    Awesome milestone, congratulations! Sounds like you are on the right track. I wish you the best in your journey!
  • junodog1
    junodog1 Posts: 4,792 Member
    Yay!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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