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5"3 girls calling for your weight loss stories!

alininja1991

Ok i'm 5"3 I weight myself last week at 175lbs, I am aiming to lose 50lbs. I was just wondering if any girls out there been same/similar weight and lost the same/similar or in the process of!

I have been jogging on the C25K for a week, having a bad week so starting week 1 again to build myself up for monday beeing week 2! Anyway I saw my aunt the other day and she hadn't seen me in about 5 days and she said to me "Gosh Alicia I only saw you 5 days ago you look like you've lost a few lbs" - But I don't want to weight myself yet, i'm doing 3 weeksly weighins... Got 2 weeks till my next weigh.

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dsckrc

I'm 5'3" and was 175 in the delivery room, so I probably went home weighing 155. Took 18 months until after he was born but I got down to 105 pounds. The last 5 months of those 18 months were the crucial turning point months for me. I tracked religiously, ate a zig zag type diet, exercised at least 6 days a week.

After that, I have spent the last few years reshaping my body through weight training. I reduced 95% of the cellulite on the back of my legs, have excellent muscle tone on my arms, and am in the best shape of my life at 35 years old. YOU CAN DO IT!

Pregnant (175 pounds):

Less than a year after having my 2nd (probably 130 here):

After losing all the weight (105 pounds here) but no weight training yet:

Now (112 pounds, added muscle and dropped body fat through weight training):

wow! you just inspired me. i thought for sure i was stuck with all my flab but you look fantastic!

wreath7

I'm 5'3"! Now about 124 pounds. I fluctuate in weight a lot--started off here around 138 lbs, then went down to around 113, then back up and down. Trying to maintain at approx. 120 I guess. Anyone can befriend me if you'd like.

GemaG

well done Ninja Rach that is great

redstampede

Its nice to meet others who are my height and have the same issues of being shorter.

I'm 5'3, been here for about 4 months. I haven't lost as much as I'd like because of zigzagging and not exercising consistently. Luckily, I've been able to maintain my weight with only 3-4 pound fluctuations.

Starting weight: 157
CW: 151
GW: 130

atomiclauren

I'm a little taller (5'5") but started at 170...something. I found that sticking to ~1500 calories a day and *consistent* exercise has been the only way to get the scale moving for me.

It's taken about a year and a half of measured but not really aggressive exercise and food logging to take off ~40 pounds. I also found that I would hit a plateau every 10 pounds or so and of course, the closer to the goal, the slower the weight loss.

I've plateaued again right around 135 which is fine for me - with my body shape/type I could stand to lose 5-10 more (or swap out the fat with more muscle!).

DCpaleochick

5'3" here. After having my 3rd son in 2009, I weighed 175lbs. At the start of 2012, I weighed 159lbs after yo-yo dieting. Last year I started working out and eating clean now I'm at 141lbs and have lost 7% body fat.

My WL story is on my blog. I'm still looking to lose 10 - 15 more lbs but have been at a plateau for a while. I'm now eating more veggies and less starchy carbs to help fix that.

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/WendyFitMom/view/how-i-m-becoming-a-clean-lean-momma-pics-week-27-update-296731

Great job!

getfitdiva

I'm 5'3" and was 175 in the delivery room, so I probably went home weighing 155. Took 18 months until after he was born but I got down to 105 pounds. The last 5 months of those 18 months were the crucial turning point months for me. I tracked religiously, ate a zig zag type diet, exercised at least 6 days a week.

After that, I have spent the last few years reshaping my body through weight training. I reduced 95% of the cellulite on the back of my legs, have excellent muscle tone on my arms, and am in the best shape of my life at 35 years old. YOU CAN DO IT!

Pregnant (175 pounds):

Less than a year after having my 2nd (probably 130 here):

After losing all the weight (105 pounds here) but no weight training yet:

Now (112 pounds, added muscle and dropped body fat through weight training):

AMAZING RESULTS. I'm still in the get to goal phase! I'm 5' 3" and originally was 158.6 lbs got as low as 127lbs now I'm working my way back down.

MeeshyBW

SW: 168lbs
CW: 136.6lbs
GW: 128lbs

I think i would be happy with my shape at around 128lbs. I don't want to end up super skinny, my goal is too look strong and have muscle definition so I will not know what weight that will be until i get near it.

I am verrrrry top heavy so I don't think I would be able to get down to 110-120lbs to be honest. I wanted to loose some of this and it was part of my motivation. I have lost a littel but to be honest I thought my books might have shrunk a little bit more.

I still have a good 9lbs ish to loose so perhaps I might get to lose a little more without resorting to a breast reduction. Fingers crossed!

laurenc42

Im 5' 4" After my daughter was born I weighed 225 lbs. I got down to 135. This Christmas I put 10 pounds back. So I've started again I've lost a couple pounds so far. I work in a warehouse and am very muscular, I'm aiming for 125. That will be 100 pounds from 2 and half years ago.
If I can do this,I think anyone can. You've got this.

Yani51

BUMP!
What a great model "kdiamond" is for weight training. Hope I can get a similar outcome.

Martha6010

I'm 5'4 & Started at 185 lb weight now I'm 161lbs 23 lbs lost:) Everyone looks great.

dakitten2

I'm a 5"3 shortie also. Started October 20, 20ll at 290 pounds. Was age 57 then.

I've had both knees replaced and bulging discs.

Of course, now I'm another year older (58) but 122 pounds less. I currently weigh 168 pounds. I've got 23 pounds to go to my goal weight and I will reassess at that time.

Shorties UNITE and let's rock and roll it to a healthier us!

micervera

I am 5'3". Started my weight less journey August 2011 @ 213 lbs. Hit a plateau in February 2012 @ 170 lbs.
Restarted December 29 2012 @ 184 lbs. My current weight is 177.8 per scale at doctor's office. My official weigh in's are every Saturday morning.

SW: 213
CW: 177
GW: 150

selabella25

Hi Friends!

Stats:
Height 5"2.5
SW 140
CW 130
GW 120
UGW 115

I started at 140 in January 2012 and was fortunate enough to have a co-worker drag me outside for daily jogs. I started off walking/complaining and now I am training for my second 1/2 marathon. At my best i got down to 120 (June 2012) and felt amazing. Shortly after, I hurt my knee jogging downhill and stopped running- I also stopped tracking my food. I showed up to the gym a couple times a month swearing this was the start of me returning fulltime, then the holidays rolled around and here we are today at 130 with an unsightly tire around my waist (my stomach and thighs carry all my weight).

This week I have worked out 3 times and have been eating clean all week. I feel great and hope to reach my goal weight by May and my ultimate weight by Oct.

Lessons learned:
This is not about a diet, this is a lifestyle change
I can eat whatever I want- in moderations
I need to work out 6 days a week because my body takes care of me

Keep tracking your progress friends and good luck!

edryer123

Hi Everyone!

SW 158lbs 10/1/12
CW 150lbs 1/1/13
GW 125lbs 5/1/13
UGW 115lbs 8/4/13

I used mfp to lose 15lbs for my wedding in august 2011. I loved it, got there quickly, and then I stopped. I just stopped. I relaxed and went into the 2011 holidays and gained 10lbs back. the extra 8 came over the last year. I started tracking more regularly and the weight gain stopped and the pounds started coming off again.

My husband and I are trying to get pregnant and he has lost 30lbs since 10/1/12 (He worked 4months at a distribution center moving 60lb boxes for 10hrs.) He cut out all soda (YEAH!!! Personal pet peeve for me.) He is 2lbs from his goal weight!!! So very proud of him. Now I need to catch up to my goal weight and then we are going to be fine tuning together. We have a water park we want to go to this upcoming summer unless I am preggers. I want to look smokin' in a bikini again and not feel the need to suck it in. I have 3 weddings this summer as well and I want to be able to go into a store and buy anything because it fits the way I want it to.

I have gotten together with several co-workers on here, but I could use all the support I can get!

KDCrocker

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Krysta813

I'm 25 and 5' 3" and have been overweight my entire life. My highest weight was somewhere close to 230. I am currently 203 looking to get down to about 135 give or take, I'll decide that when I get closer. Feel free to add me for support, ideas, and motivation. This is my first day back on mfp (tried it before) and I'm excited to hit my goal weight hopefully this year!

ixia82

Hi, I'm 5'2" (160 cm) with starting weight of 126 pounds (57 kg) - I know it doesn't sound much but I have an extra small frame and people usually don't notice my extra fat when I'm dressed. Summers are a different story

I started using MFP and exercise a month ago. It's nice to know that there are other girls/women with same height

Big hello from Croatia!

NattieJoan

Hey I'm 178 lb wanting to loose 52 lb, feel free to add me (:

Freedom125

I'm also 5'3", 27 years old. Started at 197, now at 187. I think my ultimate goal is around 120, but we'll see when I get there. My interim goals are 168 - overweight BMI category, and 140 - healthy BMI.

Feel free to add me!

DebraYvonne

SW: 165lbs
GW: 125-127
CW: 128-133 fluctuates
UGW: 125

Beginning size: 12/14
Current size: 2/4
Beginning BF: 33%
Current BF: 16%

My before and afters:

Currently working on lowering BF %. Would like to be 13-14%. Current workout programs: Kickboxing, running and Les Mills PUMP

Good luck!

you look fabulous! great work!

davisc1

Hi Kdiamond,
I just wanted to say how awsome your photos look. I am 5-3 and I've dreamt of getting to 105 lbs (7.5 stone) many times, but not told many people because they always say, oh, no, that's too thin, but this weight looks fantastic on you. Thanks for being inspirational!!

bonita071

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bones1959

Hello Ladies, I'm just starting the process and could use any pointers you can offer about exercise and diet. My big weakness is sweets; i try allowing some and using cardio to balance while staying below 1200 calories daily... we'll see how this goes. I am 5'3" and currently 150 lbs. with a goal of 105 lbs. I have a really small frame and look and feel best under 110 lbs. My motivation is getting the weight off to take the pressure off my old knees; with a small frame I really feel the extra weight.

justrun52

I'm currently 106 lbs, 5'3".

My main goal right now is to build muscle and lose body fat. I try to exercise at least 5 days a week w/ 20 minutes cardio and then strength training 3 days a week.

I do everything from home- I have a small exercise bike I use during the winter. I love to run outside when the weather allows it. I have a couple of dumb bells I use to work out my arms, everything else I use my own body weight as resistance. I've seen some results so far, just goes to show you don't need a gym to get in shape!

randisaucier

I am 5'3" and am down about 81 pounds in the past 26 months. I lost 121 pounds back in 2002/2003 and sadly put a lot back on when I had my second son. I am about 20-25 pounds from my goal weight now.

mona_patty

I'm 5'3" - I started @ 198 lbs now I am 166. I run and do weight lifting. I want to reach to 130 lbs sometime this year. I have been very patient and working hard at it since July 2012.

uwdawg07

I'm 5'3" -

Started at 213 pounds and am at 119.5. My ultimate goal weight is 113. I will get there - one day!

Lula16

<==== I'm 5'3"....my profile picture shows me at my heaviest 158 lbs and 128 lbs. Right now my current weight is 135 lbs, I've been doing more strength training. You can do it! Just keep the motivation to keep moving! good luck!

piggydog

I'm 5'2" and alittle change lol

SW: 143
CW: 125
GW: 118

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