Sometimes it starts with a picture

rainman3k
rainman3k Posts: 174 Member
in Success Stories
In January of 2011 I was with family for a birthday party and pictures from Christmas had been brought out. I was one to never be caught in pictures but my brother actually managed to catch me in a couple. Needless to say those pictures and the fact I couldn't do the simplest things with my niece motivated me to do something about the shape I was in.

I started dieting that month and it wasn't until I found MFP in October of 2011 that things really took off for me. As much as I am embarrassed by my oldest picture, if it helps even one person realize that by sticking to a plan and working hard you can make changes to your quality of life, then I am happy to post it!

Yesterday I was able to play Just Dance 4 for hours with my niece without getting tired or out of breath, and that is one of the things I had hoped for when I started this journey.

In addition I had really been struggling with the new image of me and still feeling like the person from 2010, but seeing these photos really helped me realize how far I have come.

I still have just under 30 pounds to go until I reach my goal, but I have no doubt I will make it thanks to my MFP friends!

Christmas 2010
368, 58" pants, 4xl shirt
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Christmas 2011
296, 50" pants, 3xl shirt
xmas2011.JPG

Christmas 2012
224, 38" pants, xl shirt
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  • MsDover
    MsDover Posts: 395 Member
    WOW What a great job! I can relate to the avoiding cameras part and then seeing that one photo that somehow does get taken and thinking, how did this happen? Congratulations on getting fit, for yourself and for your family!
  • midnite81
    midnite81 Posts: 162 Member
    Congratulations. You should be so proud of yourself. You have done so well and old pictures can be very important. I'm sure your niece is very very proud of you too. Well done. You are an inspiration.
  • rebasporty
    rebasporty Posts: 287 Member
    144 lbs gone!! You should be proud of what you have accomplished, what a difference, you are looking good!!
  • SaltyNovice
    SaltyNovice Posts: 20 Member
    Long term impressive.........keep it up..............great motivation for me to continue through the tough times.
  • DebraYvonne
    DebraYvonne Posts: 632 Member
    Congratulations -- you look SOO much happier and healthier!
  • olsondre
    olsondre Posts: 198 Member
    Fantastic job!
  • patty9013
    patty9013 Posts: 230 Member
    Amazing transformation!! You look great! Congrats! You have worked hard be proud!!
  • ChristyRunStarr
    ChristyRunStarr Posts: 1,600 Member
    Great job! You look amazing, thanks for sharing!
  • RunMyOregonBunsOff
    RunMyOregonBunsOff Posts: 862 Member
    Way to go!
  • deb3129
    deb3129 Posts: 1,294 Member
    Oh my gosh, you look AMAZING! Congrats on your progress!!
  • audreanna76
    audreanna76 Posts: 82
    Wow! truly amazing and inspiring. Awesome job
  • SparkleShine
    SparkleShine Posts: 2,001 Member
    WOW! You look amazing! So happy for you!:flowerforyou:
  • JennC831
    JennC831 Posts: 628 Member
    You're hard work has definitely paid off!!! You look great!
  • whitneyps7
    whitneyps7 Posts: 409 Member
    wow!!!!!!!!!!!!! truely amazing great job!!!! keep it up u look awesome!
  • MemphisKitten
    MemphisKitten Posts: 878 Member
    Holy Cow!! Great work!! And your niece is ADORABLE!! :flowerforyou:
  • sterober
    sterober Posts: 22
    Outstanding!! Congratulations to you!! You have accomplished so much!! Best wishes! :heart:
  • NCchar130
    NCchar130 Posts: 955 Member
    Blown away! This is awesome, good job!
  • samantha1242
    samantha1242 Posts: 816 Member
    WOW!!!!!!!!!
  • SherryR1971
    SherryR1971 Posts: 1,170 Member
    Wow!! Very inspiring! Thank you!!
  • 5stringjeff
    5stringjeff Posts: 790 Member
    Great job, buddy!
  • Sonatrice
    Sonatrice Posts: 6
    THANK YOU for posting your photos and telling your story. I am saving them because I know they will help me believe getting healthy again is possible when I feel like giving up. You are amazing. What an inspiration! Thanks again!
  • sunshine421969
    sunshine421969 Posts: 273 Member
    That is GREAT!!! Congrats to you and thanks so much for sharing..I know how you feel about the picture taking.This past weekend, we had a family dinner to welcome my husbands nephew home from Afghanistan.I came home to see their had been a few pic's taken of me that I was unaware of and I wanted to CRY!! I was actually depressed Christmas morning,,,I was just not happy with myself.I had told myself that 2012 was my year..It didn't happen..but I am back today and that is what I want to do.I am not waiting until Jan.1,2013.. I am here and I know I will need all the help and support I can get..Thank you so much for sharing your story..I know you will reach your goal !! Happy New Years to you!!:smile:
  • lizapettit
    lizapettit Posts: 166 Member
    That's amazing, you should be crazy proud of yourself! What a transformation!
  • lacurandera1
    lacurandera1 Posts: 8,083 Member
    Fantastic! I bet your niece is pleased, too now that's she's gained a play buddy!
  • Celeigh12
    Celeigh12 Posts: 763 Member
    You should be so proud of yourself!!
  • lamilli09
    lamilli09 Posts: 354 Member
    Congratulations on your incredible journey. I hope you get to enjoy your newfound energy with your lovely niece (I'm assuming she is the one pictured above) this holiday season :) Best wishes!
  • rejordan
    rejordan Posts: 132 Member
    Wow. That's was some motivator! You look great!
  • Aquarian
    Aquarian Posts: 1,094 Member
    Oh wow, what a transformation! I am VERY proud of you! That's just fabulous!
  • sunflowerhippi
    sunflowerhippi Posts: 1,099 Member
    You look great, and you did a wonderful thing for your health. :)
  • VictoriaFitness2010
    VictoriaFitness2010 Posts: 175 Member
    Wow! First of all, your little girl is stunning!!!!

    Second...wow! Wow! Wow! You look fantastic! Great job!!!! And congrats!

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