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No More Fat Kid! *pic heavy*

carrietehbear
carrietehbear Posts: 384 Member
edited January 7 in Success Stories
Dec 2011, I decided that I was sick of being the fat kid. My dad had lost a lot of weight and when he weighed 213. I decided that I was going to get myself into gear. I started off slowly by making little changes. (stop drinking pop, walking a mile, start recording my food) As I made progress, I started creating new goals for myself. I added DVDs to my workout routine, decided the elliptical wasn't going to kill me any more, and planned my meals and snacks. I was doing really well and made a big life decision and take a new job 500 miles away. I joined a gym that was right next to my work, got a personal trainer, started running, and incorporated more strength training. In the new year, I am looking forward to lifting more and seeing what else I can do! The best part of losing the weight was gaining confidence!

Starting weight: 213.2
Current weight: 130.6
Height: 5'1"

Summer 2010- 213 lbs
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Oct. 2011- 1st 5k 213 lbs
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Thanksgiving Day 10k Nov. 2012- 135 lbs
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December 2012
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  • jjmnet
    jjmnet Posts: 110
    All I can say is WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  • EndOfCycle
    EndOfCycle Posts: 12
    Awesome! I am happy for you beyond words that you have made these changes now (opposed to later in life like, ahem, some people). ;)
  • diferenc3
    diferenc3 Posts: 8 Member
    Truly inspirational!!
  • sonyalbruno
    sonyalbruno Posts: 63 Member
    You look great!! What a change, your smile is just glowing!!
  • mAnimalMX
    mAnimalMX Posts: 20
    Get it girl! :D
  • supplemama
    supplemama Posts: 1,956 Member
    Good job! May I ask, how tall are you?
  • carrietehbear
    carrietehbear Posts: 384 Member
    Now I just need help figuring out how to dress this new body! (and what to do with my hair!)
  • carrietehbear
    carrietehbear Posts: 384 Member
    I'm just under 5"1'
  • QueenCat25
    QueenCat25 Posts: 130
    You look amazing! Congrats.
  • maegan0205
    maegan0205 Posts: 40
    Amazing! Congratulations, you look wonderful!
  • j1wright
    j1wright Posts: 286 Member
    Love it!!!! You look great!
  • Storey621
    Storey621 Posts: 82 Member
    You Look Awesome! Congrats on losing that weight! You are such an inspiration.
  • kdeaux1959
    kdeaux1959 Posts: 2,675 Member
    Great transformation! Keep at it.
  • stehmari
    stehmari Posts: 110 Member
    Absolutely BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Great job! :-) Congrafulations!!
  • KandisV
    KandisV Posts: 26
    Way to go girl! Totally inspiring!!!
  • triciab79
    triciab79 Posts: 1,713 Member
    Great job! I know the feeling of having to relearn how to dress for a new frame. I worked retail clothing for years and there is a trick to creating the ideal shape at any size. When you are on the more petite side open up your neckline and take the hem up by about 2 inches and it will lengthen your frame. V necks are particularly good at making you look longer and leaner, just remember the most important part is a good foundation so be sure the girls are up and together (had to replace all my bras going from 218-120). Oh and throw back those shoulders and be proud! You have really accomplished something!

    Here this would look nice
    http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/ny-collection-petite-dress-short-sleeve-solid-jersey-faux-wrap?ID=626220&CategoryID=55596&LinkType=PDPZ1
  • mamasmaltz3
    mamasmaltz3 Posts: 1,111 Member
    Wow! You have done an amazing job. Thank you for sharing.
  • carrietehbear
    carrietehbear Posts: 384 Member
    Great job! I know the feeling of having to relearn how to dress for a new frame. I worked retail clothing for years and there is a trick to creating the ideal shape at any size. When you are on the more petite side open up your neckline and take the hem up by about 2 inches and it will lengthen your frame. V necks are particularly good at making you look longer and leaner, just remember the most important part is a good foundation so be sure the girls are up and together (had to replace all my bras going from 218-120). Oh and throw back those shoulders and be proud! You have really accomplished something!

    Here this would look nice
    http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/ny-collection-petite-dress-short-sleeve-solid-jersey-faux-wrap?ID=626220&CategoryID=55596&LinkType=PDPZ1

    Thanks! That dress if beautiful!
  • oneworkoutatatime
    oneworkoutatatime Posts: 312
    High 5!!
  • danasings
    danasings Posts: 8,218 Member
    Great job! I know the feeling of having to relearn how to dress for a new frame. I worked retail clothing for years and there is a trick to creating the ideal shape at any size. When you are on the more petite side open up your neckline and take the hem up by about 2 inches and it will lengthen your frame. V necks are particularly good at making you look longer and leaner, just remember the most important part is a good foundation so be sure the girls are up and together (had to replace all my bras going from 218-120). Oh and throw back those shoulders and be proud! You have really accomplished something!

    Here this would look nice
    http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/ny-collection-petite-dress-short-sleeve-solid-jersey-faux-wrap?ID=626220&CategoryID=55596&LinkType=PDPZ1

    That dress would look amazing on you :smile:

    Well done, sweetie!! You look fabulous!! :flowerforyou:
  • Kitship
    Kitship Posts: 579 Member
    Awesome work! You look terrific!
  • rgohm
    rgohm Posts: 294 Member
    Your weight loss is very impressive. Good job! :flowerforyou:
  • carrietehbear
    carrietehbear Posts: 384 Member
    Thanks everyone. For those who are just starting out, I promise that you can do it! It's not always easy, actually it's hard a lot of the times, but you can do it!
  • LaMujerMasBonitaDelMundo
    LaMujerMasBonitaDelMundo Posts: 3,634 Member
    Now I just need help figuring out how to dress this new body! (and what to do with my hair!)
    You look stunning on that black dress, wear something that is on the same length as that one. Try vertical stripes or monocromatic styles to elongate you more and making you look taller. Avoid wide belts, horizontal stripes, large print designs and baggy clothes/pants as those only create a shorter stature. Look up on some fashion magazines or online fashion articles on the best clothing styles for petite women. I'm also short at 5'2 so I totally understand where you came from.

    By the way what an awesome transformation, congrats!
  • Guamybear
    Guamybear Posts: 1,061 Member
    You look great.. almost like a completely different person. Nice work!
  • grnqueen
    grnqueen Posts: 35 Member
    Congrats! You Look Beautiful! I hope to follow in your footsteps :)
  • arcticflower
    arcticflower Posts: 32 Member
    WOW, not only do you look way more fit, you also look younger!
  • Reeny1_8
    Reeny1_8 Posts: 277
    You look so amazing! Congrats on the new bod :)
  • carrietehbear
    carrietehbear Posts: 384 Member
    WOW, not only do you look way more fit, you also look younger!

    At this rate, I'll never look like my real age! (I'm okay with that!)
  • goody2shews
    goody2shews Posts: 129 Member
    You are beautiful!!!! Congratulations on your success. You and I carry our weight a lot in the same ways. It is so encouraging to see your accomplishments!
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