5'4''-ish losing weight? (212-140 hopefully)

I'm 5'4'' and trying to lose over 70 lbs. I've lost over 20 of those so far. I love looking at everyone's before and afters. It really motivates me to keep going. Any 5'4''ish ladies out there who have had success?
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  • lauras777
    lauras777 Posts: 237 Member
    I am 5' 3" so I'm close to your height! My starting weight on MFP was 205 almost 1 year ago. Today I'm at 161.5 and on the slow and steady pace to get down to 150 - and then maybe down to 145ish... ;). Feel free to add me if you want to.

    Best of luck to you!!!
  • phock
    phock Posts: 16 Member
    Obv. I am male, but I am 5'5 and I weighed 205. I started doing lots of Cardio and calorie counting here on MFP. The combination brought me down to 138 for my last triathlon. My weight right now is 145 (not training as much).

    Check out Yoga, Boot Camp, as well as spinning. The more muscles you involve, the better. I will say Yoga is where to start as it will help with the core.
  • kr1stadee
    kr1stadee Posts: 1,774 Member
    I started at 220, and have plans to get to 140 and re-evaluate. I'm 5'3.5. I've lost 36 (weigh in isn't till Sunday, so it's unofficial for now), by following my calories and very little exercise. I have plans to kick the fitness into high gear in the next few months
  • kuttyshark
    kuttyshark Posts: 6 Member
    I am 5'4" and wanting to lose about 30 -35 pounds. Would love to be friends so I can get all the help and encouragement. ALso new here, just signed up yesterday. Thanks. Kathy
  • sarahmichelle91xx
    sarahmichelle91xx Posts: 113 Member
    I'm 5'4 and trying to lose 35-40 lbs, feel free to add me.
  • Nikkilynn32710
    Nikkilynn32710 Posts: 256 Member
    I am 5'4" and in the last two years I have lost around 80lbs. Since starting MFP a year ago I have only lost 4lb but half of that is from not really trying and the other half is that my body is fighting me tooth and nail to drop the last 10lbs i want to drop. I currently weigh 141lb but I'm wanting to get down no lower than 130lb if I can help it. Feel free to add me if you like.

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    night before I delivered my twins. I was 223lbs...

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    my most current picture. This was taken back in October.... my main goal is to fit great in this bikini....
  • I'm 5'3" and lost just over 40lbs so far :) feel free to add me could use some support! congrats on your loss so far!
  • commanderval
    commanderval Posts: 187 Member
    I am 5' 3'' and started losing weight in jan 2012. Lost 20 pounds from jan 2012 to april 2012 before joining MFP. Then from april 2012 to about november 2012 I lost another 19 pounds. So 39 pounds total (can I say -40? haha). My starting weight was 167 and now I'm at 128. My goal weight was 130, but now I would like to reach 125 and tone up that new body of mine!
  • I'm 5'3 started off at 164 and I'm now 138
    I just ate better, I only drink coffee, milk and water. I also never get fast food. I have done the 30 day shred off and on, and just run and walk.
  • laynunugawa
    laynunugawa Posts: 108 Member
    I'm 5' 5" and I use to weigh 216. I have a little bit to go.
  • WarmDontBurn
    WarmDontBurn Posts: 1,253 Member
    I am 5'4 and lost 30lbs but have since gained it back.

    I am back and ready to do it again and for good this time...feel free to add me :)
  • I'm 5'2" - lost about 65 pounds so far (from 230 to 165). It's taken about a year - with some slacking over the past 4-5 months as I just tried to maintain through some challenging times. I'm back on track this month and aiming for 140 as well. We can do this!
  • em3120
    em3120 Posts: 154 Member
    I'm 5'4" and I started at 156 and I am currently 123. I am working on lowering my body fat percentage right now. I do pilates, dance, run, and just joined a gym to start weight training. I try to net 1500 calories, but it's hard on the days I burn 500+ calories. Good luck with your weight loss!
  • traceface71
    traceface71 Posts: 45 Member
    I'm 5'4" and started out around 230 and am down to about 204 now. I started in Sept and have been really lax this last month. I'm trying to get back on task and know how helpful this site is...I'm the one who needs to re-commit fully. I just keep finding excuses...feel free to add me...I could use a kick in the a** !
  • ThinMint_Stac
    ThinMint_Stac Posts: 59 Member
    i am a bit taller at 5'6" i started at 215.8 and i am not far from my goal!!! i have lost 63 and my goal is 70lbs. it will be a year in Feb. if you are ready to loss it you will!!! have faith in yourself. i didn't think i could either but look at me now!!!! well i still haven't figured out how to post pics!!! LOL just start moving!!!:) feel free to add me
  • SexyLovinmeCook
    SexyLovinmeCook Posts: 1,393 Member
    I am 5'4 and started at 207

    Currently 144 pds...and GW 125-130..... Been on MFP 675 days and this is my Before and 1yr shot along with current.... I have been roller coasting the last months...and this yr promise I will reach my goal weight, definition, and eat clean to get the abs I want....

    You can do this...just never give up...everyone results and times are different, stay positive and you will get there...

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    This week.....

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  • bluecrayonz
    bluecrayonz Posts: 459 Member
    im 5 4 and 140 im not really sure how to put up a pic on the message boards but u can look at my profile
  • bluecrayonz
    bluecrayonz Posts: 459 Member
    I am 5'4 and started at 207

    Currently 144 pds...and GW 125-130..... Been on MFP 675 days and this is my Before and 1yr shot along with current.... I have been roller coasting the last months...and this yr promise I will reach my goal weight, definition, and eat clean to get the abs I want....

    You can do this...just never give up...everyone results and times are different, stay positive and you will get there...

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    This week.....

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    u look great! how do u post pics??
  • I'm 5'4"..I started about a year ago but it's been slow for me because I kept stopping. From Jan to May I went from 212 to 189 Got back from vacation and stopped trying. Then in Sep started again and lost about 20 from Sep to Dec- 189-169,,Stopped during the holidays and am up to 170 now. Started again a few days ago and am pretty pumped. My goal weight is 130-135 which is what I was 4 years ago before I got pregnant with my daughter.
  • cbuggin22
    cbuggin22 Posts: 121 Member
    I'm 5'4" and 220 lbs. I started at 253 in 2011and got down to 209, but lapsed and so I'm back. I appreciate everyones stories! Some of you have come so far; congrats! Feel free to add me. I can always use some good friends.
  • chele1028
    chele1028 Posts: 248 Member
    I am 5'3"..weighed 237 Aug 2011 and have now lost 83 so far, goal is 130. Feel free to add me, I am on here every day. My before pics are in my profile. :happy:
  • I'm 5'4" and 131lbs.. trying to lose 26lbs.
  • veggiesaurus15
    veggiesaurus15 Posts: 152 Member
  • SonyaCele
    SonyaCele Posts: 2,841 Member
    i'm 5'4" You can add me if you want. i've successfully lost 66 pounds since july 2012. i have 34 more to go.
  • NeverGivesUp
    NeverGivesUp Posts: 960 Member
    I am 5'3.5" and my highest weight in my life was 230lbs. Now I am 142 and I want to be 125. I want to be there by August for my brother's wedding. But I am finally within normal weight range and that feels fantastic!!! I am 41 years old and am probably the healthiest I have ever been. I guess you can teach an old dog new tricks. :)
  • JAT74
    JAT74 Posts: 1,081 Member
    I am 5'4" and am trying to get from 146-118 lbs (just started on 2nd Jan). I've been as much as 178 lbs before (11 years ago) and as low as 122 when I initially lost weight 10 years ago and for the last 10 years my weight has fluctuated between 124-148lbs. I am now aiming to get both my weight and body fat right down as I looked good at 122 before but slipped back into old bad habits and now I'm older I know I have to be consistently strict with myself in order to keep the weight off.
  • shewk23
    shewk23 Posts: 4 Member
    I am 5'3'' and lost 46 lbs so far... my suggestion is just keep going! And set some goals and when you accomplish those set new goals!
  • RacheUk82
    RacheUk82 Posts: 70 Member
    Wow, so glad i stumbled across this thread! Congratulations to you all on your journeys!

    I'm 5'4, at 206lb, and I dont have a specific weight goal in mind, but just want it off! So here's to the first 14lb, and to being in Onderland.

    All of the pics are amazing!!

    Feel free to add me
  • scheatwood
    scheatwood Posts: 207 Member
    5'4"
    SW: 235
    CW: 177.75
    GW: 130-135

    I started in June, so I've lost these 57 pounds in the last six months.
  • fizzletto
    fizzletto Posts: 252 Member
    Hey, I'm 5'4".

    My highest weight was 151lbs, I have no pictures of myself at that weight.

    Here I am at roughly ~145lbs (January 2012):

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    This is me at 130lbs (August 2012):

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    And this is me at 115lbs (December 2012):

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