Feeling Like a New Woman, wait...I AM a new Woman!
Drkchocl8
Posts: 7 Member
I FINALLY feel like I have a reason better yet a right to add to the success stories that have been my major motivation over the past 6 months! I’ll be brief…I’ve struggled with my weight my entire life but for the past 5 years, although I weighed 212lbs, I was comfortable in a size 12 sometimes needing a 14. I had a baby in November of 2011, I only gained 4lbs during pregnancy and after pregnancy was down to 199lbs and actually fit into a size 10 but mostly size 12. Unfortunately my son passed away in April 2012, at which time a went up to 220lbs and mostly size 14’s and some 16’s.
I knew that this was the WORST thing to do…if I thought I was depressed already, how much MORE depressed would I be if I let myself go? So June 1, 2012 I joined a boot camp and committed to working out 5 days a week. A month passed and nothing happened, no weight change, no visible physical changes…I was ready to quit! All that work for what??! Talked to my trainer, realized I wasn't taking in enough calories, upped my calories and continued to work out…BAM! Results. Go figure! Started using MFP late July and was OBSESSED with the success stories. They gave me soo much inspiration. Anyway, I've struggled along the way and I haven’t reached my goal yet but I’m really proud of the progress I've made thus far. I've referred all of my friends to this site and I encourage EVERYONE to get healthy. Being active and healthy gives you a glow and you feel like a completely different person. It’s an awesome feeling and everyone should get familiar with it.
As of today, I am 180lbs, a size 8 sometimes a 6. Wait did you read that right? A SIX!! What the WHAT?! I’m still in shock. But below is a during pic…taken in August and a current pic taken this morning.
Oops…guess I wasn't brief after all! Sorry.
I knew that this was the WORST thing to do…if I thought I was depressed already, how much MORE depressed would I be if I let myself go? So June 1, 2012 I joined a boot camp and committed to working out 5 days a week. A month passed and nothing happened, no weight change, no visible physical changes…I was ready to quit! All that work for what??! Talked to my trainer, realized I wasn't taking in enough calories, upped my calories and continued to work out…BAM! Results. Go figure! Started using MFP late July and was OBSESSED with the success stories. They gave me soo much inspiration. Anyway, I've struggled along the way and I haven’t reached my goal yet but I’m really proud of the progress I've made thus far. I've referred all of my friends to this site and I encourage EVERYONE to get healthy. Being active and healthy gives you a glow and you feel like a completely different person. It’s an awesome feeling and everyone should get familiar with it.
As of today, I am 180lbs, a size 8 sometimes a 6. Wait did you read that right? A SIX!! What the WHAT?! I’m still in shock. But below is a during pic…taken in August and a current pic taken this morning.
Oops…guess I wasn't brief after all! Sorry.
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You rock.0
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This is awesome!!!! Congrats to you and your great accomplishment0
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Congratulations! You look fantastic!0
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Thanks you guys! It's been a year and 1/2 of highs and lows but I can honestly say that I physically feel the best I ever have in my life! One day at a time right? Slow and steady is my goal.0
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That is totally awesome! You should be so proud of yourself. I'm proud of you and don't even know you. You are such an inspiration. Keep up the good work.0
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You are truly an inspiration.0
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Hi, first let me say I am sorry for your loss. It was very brave of you to be so open and honest. Thank you! Second, you look wonderful. For a newbie like me, your story is motivation. Congrats on your success and thanks again for sharing!0
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I can't see the after picture but I just wanted to say i'm sorry for your loss, such a sad thing and congrats on the new you!0
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You look great!!! All that change is only 5-6months....I have my fingers crossed I can do the same.
You rock and are a real inspiration!!0 -
Sorry about your son but I am sure he is watching you very proudly. Like others have inspired you, it is your turn now to motivate others. Congratulations and stay strong.0
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You look great!0
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That is quite an inspiration. Thank you for telling your story.0
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Fantastic! Congrats on all your hard work.0
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You look AWESOME! Congrats! On another note, I'm sorry for your loss... I lost my best friend Dec 2011, it was very sudden and impacted my weight tremendously. I started my journey to a healthier lifestyle last Thursday, and I've lose 4 lbs already!! I do have a question tho because I have not been consuming many calories but have seen a small weight loss, what was the reasoning behind your personal trainer determining that your low caloric intake was the reason for no weight loss? Thanks for your time! && once again, congrats, you look goood!!!! Keep up the great work!0
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I'm so sorry for your loss. Congratulations on not letting the depression drag you down, getting out there and getting yourself fit and healthy, you look amazing. Your son will be so proud of you0
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wow Congratulations! I can;t even imagine what you must have had to go through. You are amazing!0
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You look AWESOME! Congrats! On another note, I'm sorry for your loss... I lost my best friend Dec 2011, it was very sudden and impacted my weight tremendously. I started my journey to a healthier lifestyle last Thursday, and I've lose 4 lbs already!! I do have a question tho because I have not been consuming many calories but have seen a small weight loss, what was the reasoning behind your personal trainer determining that your low caloric intake was the reason for no weight loss? Thanks for your time! && once again, congrats, you look goood!!!! Keep up the great work!
Thanks Ma'am! I was lifting pretty heavy plus doing tons of cardio 5 days a week but was only taking in about 1000 calories...not on purpose I just wasn't hungry. He upped my calories to 1800. I struggled trying to force down 1800 calories for about 3 days but after that...my body craved this extra calories. I had to re-set my metabolism...eat within an hour of waking and every 3-4 hours after throughout the day. Sounds insane...but there's a method to the madness. It really does work! I'm sure you'll be successful! 4lbs already? Took me over a month to lose my first 4lbs. You're already a winner! Keep up the good work. You ROCK!0 -
Absolutely amazing. YOU are an inspiration.0
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Yay for you! :happy:0
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how tall are you? congrats!!!!!! :flowerforyou:0
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how tall are you? congrats!!!!!! :flowerforyou:
Thanks! I am 5'7...0 -
Such an inspiration! Great Job!0
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Sorry about your son but I am sure he is watching you very proudly. Like others have inspired you, it is your turn now to motivate others. Congratulations and stay strong.
Can't say it any better than this.0 -
You look AWESOME! Congrats! On another note, I'm sorry for your loss... I lost my best friend Dec 2011, it was very sudden and impacted my weight tremendously. I started my journey to a healthier lifestyle last Thursday, and I've lose 4 lbs already!! I do have a question tho because I have not been consuming many calories but have seen a small weight loss, what was the reasoning behind your personal trainer determining that your low caloric intake was the reason for no weight loss? Thanks for your time! && once again, congrats, you look goood!!!! Keep up the great work!
Thanks Ma'am! I was lifting pretty heavy plus doing tons of cardio 5 days a week but was only taking in about 1000 calories...not on purpose I just wasn't hungry. He upped my calories to 1800. I struggled trying to force down 1800 calories for about 3 days but after that...my body craved this extra calories. I had to re-set my metabolism...eat within an hour of waking and every 3-4 hours after throughout the day. Sounds insane...but there's a method to the madness. It really does work! I'm sure you'll be successful! 4lbs already? Took me over a month to lose my first 4lbs. You're already a winner! Keep up the good work. You ROCK!
Thanks! I'm consuming less than 500 calories a day and don't feel hungry ALL the time, lots of water helps with that I'm sure! Thanks for the advice, if I get to a stand-still in weight loss I'll definately try your method!!0 -
Congratulations, you look fit and healthy (and happy). Very inspiring story, you should be proud of yourself.0
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Thanks soo much for all of the kind thoughts and encouragement! I never imagined that I'd gave a post that others would look to for encouragement.! How awesome is THAT! I kinda like it!0
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Great job! Such an amazing transformation already.0
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I too wanted to say congratulations, and extend my sympathy for your loss. You are so strong to be able to rise above the depression and commit to your new lifestyle. I'm sure your story will help many out there who are struggling with similar stories. Thanks for sharing!
Again, you look great!0 -
Wow! Keep up the good work0
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Congrats on the success! Amazing!!!0
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