As a little motivation to some (picture of progress so far!)

lina1131 · March 2010

It's really hard to post this picture because when I look at the before, it makes me want to cry. But then, I look at the 'during' and I realize how far I have come. I started on August 31, 2009 and to date I have lost 29.2 pounds. It's coming off nice and slow and I'm okay with that. I have made this a lifestyle and I don't want a quick fix. This means, if I want a slice of pizza, I have one. Or if there is a special occasion and cake is involved, I have a little piece. It also means I am dedicated to my workouts. I workout at least 3 times a week, and that is the minimum I have to do with no excuses. It also means I drink my water, and have my veggies, and I make good decisions most days! I am enjoying food and not using it for emotional purposes (most of the time, because come on, who doesn't want to eat 12 pounds of chocolate while our female visitor is in town? :laugh: ).

Anyway, I have a lot more to lose. I started on August 31 at 209 lbs. This morning I weighed in at 179. My ultimate goal is 145.

aippolito1 · March 2010

It doesn't show up & I can't follow the link because xanga is blocked at work. :grumble:

mvl1014 · March 2010

It doesn't show up & I can't follow the link because xanga is blocked at work. :grumble:

I think it doesn't show up because xanga is blocked. ;-)

@lina Great job!!!

KateDonnelly · March 2010

Awesome. You look beautiful! You and I have almost the same philosophy about the lifestyle change. I am working on weight loss as part of a complete lifestyle makeover. I have sixteen pounds to lose and it is SLOW, But it is the choices and the wellness I keep coming back to as well. That is truly what counts. Reading your post and posts from others with the same philosophy really helps me remember to stay on my path and to stay true to myself. Thanks for your share!

luv2run4fun · March 2010

I saw the pics--GREAT JOB! You look great! Not to mention...you look younger now as well!!!:flowerforyou:

nolachick · March 2010

lina - I really think you look great! I am so proud of you and I think your weight loss it at a very good pace!
I have joined MFP at the same time and have lost less than 15lbs. I have had some ups and downs but I workout 5x a week.
I know my eating is not great as I haven't figured out what works for me, but I would sure love to have lost almost 30lbs by now.

I really admire you and oh yes, you look BEAUTIFUL :flowerforyou:

mbrownks77 · March 2010

OMG! You look absolutely amazing girl! Way to go!

PJilly · March 2010

You look amazing, and you absolutely have the right idea. Congrats, and thank you for being an inspiration as well as a great example of how to do this in a healthy, sustainable way!

kingnatalie · March 2010

You look amazing, and I love your explanation of a lifestyle change - that is how I live it too!! Keep up the dedication and hard work.

MelissaKay82 · March 2010

I like this. :happy: WTG!!!! Great Job!!! Keep up the good work. :happy:

apapandrea · March 2010

You look beautiful and thank you for posting these pictures! They are really inspirational for a person like me who is just starting out and needing the day to day motivation (since you don't always see results right away!)

DG82 · March 2010

Great job!! Keep up the good work!! :-)

sonjavon · March 2010

Wow! The change is incredible! Your eyes look so much bigger and you're really just GORGEOUS!

suziblues2000 · March 2010

You are absolutely beautiful! OMG! Such a pretty smile/face!
GOOD FOR YOU! :flowerforyou:
You're an inspiration.

goldk · March 2010

lina - WTG!!!

I have a similiar story - started at the end of June 09 - 209... this week 180.6. Slow and steady is the way to go :flowerforyou: Keep up the great work!

Thanks for the pics!