50lb loss... Trying to remotivate for the next 50!

KristenE83
KristenE83 Posts: 187 Member
I'm still having a hard time seeing my weight loss, so I figured I would get some pics together to show my progress. Stupid me didn't take actual progress pics, so I just used randoms... hope this works!

I started counting my weight loss at 277 lbs. I started there because that's when I started tracking everything and working out. I kickbox 3 times a week, I go jogging (did my first 5k mud race in November!!!), and when all else fails I throw in a p90 dvd. There really is no secret to it: burn more than you consume. I figured I would give it a shot, and wouldn't ya know... it worked! haha I am down 52 lbs since May-ish, and I'm just trying to get remotivated for the next 50. Figured posting this would light the fire under my *kitten*!

I'm 5'9" and I have a pretty large frame (thank you Norwegian genes!). My goal weight is 175 because that's where I felt I was at my healthiest weight. Hopefully these next 50 come off as easy as the first 50 did!

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Pic1 - Sept 2011 - 285lbs... I don't count this weight because I just had my son, so I figure some of the weight is "baby weight"
Pic2 - April 2012 - 277lbs
Pic3 - August 2012 - 257lbs
Pic4 - November 2012 - 239lbs... 5k Mud Race!!!
Pic5 - January 2013 - 225lbs
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  • WIChelle
    WIChelle Posts: 471 Member
    Wow great results!
  • MonicaBenavidez
    MonicaBenavidez Posts: 92 Member
    You look amazing! Great job. Keep it up. :)
  • cubbies77
    cubbies77 Posts: 607 Member
    Great job!

    The next 50 will be even more noticeable, since you're smaller. My friend looks completely different every time she loses 10 pounds, whereas I have to lose 30 to see a difference.

    Keep going! :)
  • Clearly, you're doing great! Pictures don't lie. Keep it up! It's tough to see the results when you look at yourself everyday. Very inspiring, lady! So happy for you!
  • mmckee10
    mmckee10 Posts: 405 Member
    Great job Kristen!!!
  • jakidb
    jakidb Posts: 1,010 Member
    you look gr8t!
  • bpwparents
    bpwparents Posts: 359 Member
    You look amazing! I started about the same time/weight as you. You carried yours much better than myself though. We can do this. It seems like we've been at this forever sometimes doesn't it? 170-180 is my 1st goal. I'll be happy if that's where I get to. More would be great but I need to do at least that.
  • madamecj82
    madamecj82 Posts: 207 Member
    Awesome job, Pretty Lady! You look great! Keep it up! =)
  • Great job! Just keep doing what you've been doing and you'll be fine.
  • wizbeth1218
    wizbeth1218 Posts: 358 Member
    Surely after looking at these pics you see your weight loss! You look fabulous! I love how your ever-slimming face makes your gorgeous smile more noticeable with each progress picture.

    You are doing GREAT and your hard work is paying off. Thanks for the inspiration!
  • muffle1969
    muffle1969 Posts: 96 Member
    Interesting...you look much younger now than you did 50 pounds ago. I hope it works that way for me! :) Awesome job!
  • Great job!!! I'm in the same situation. I started at 276 last year. I'm down to 196. So I've lost 80 lbs total. I can't really see a huge difference, but apparently everybody else can. You can DEFINITELY see a difference in your pics! Keep up the AMAZING work!

    I still have 50 more to go!

    Anybody feel free to add me! We can help each other through the last 50 together!

    -Gabrielle
  • Guisma
    Guisma Posts: 215
    First off all , gradulations ! The results are amazing , second .... 50lbs are alot , why dont u go for 20lbs and then see how that feels ?
  • bipsqueen
    bipsqueen Posts: 57 Member
    You have done a fantastic job! Keep up the great work!!
  • rayray61
    rayray61 Posts: 68 Member
    AWSOME !!!!!
  • sorkat
    sorkat Posts: 17 Member
    ~ Congrats! You have done an amazing job...keep going and you will reach your goal :-)
  • Guisma
    Guisma Posts: 215
    aha , i didnt read the last part where u mention that u felt the healthiest, if u did , go for it !!!!
  • TrishPo02
    TrishPo02 Posts: 3 Member
    Congrats on your hardwork! You have inspired me. I have just been on the band-wagon since Jan1 and am encouraged after reading your note. Best of luck with pursuing your next 50!! You can do it!!
  • KristenE83
    KristenE83 Posts: 187 Member
    Thanks everyone!!! After putting the pictures together I do see the difference. It's funny how sometimes you just can't see yourself.

    Thanks for all the words of encouragement!
  • KristenE83
    KristenE83 Posts: 187 Member
    First off all , gradulations ! The results are amazing , second .... 50lbs are alot , why dont u go for 20lbs and then see how that feels ?

    I actualy took this as a compliment!!! Because I am tall, and my weight is kind of carried evenly, I hide it well lol When I was 175 I was still in a size 12 pant size.... I appreciate the compliment though!!!!
  • TracyQ7212
    TracyQ7212 Posts: 6 Member
    You look amazing, Kristen! Your weight loss has been such a motivator for me! When you started your diet (last year) and I started mine (at the new year) we were roughly the same weight. Seeing your results makes me realize that I can do this & I will do this! Thanks for all your support and keep up the awesome work!! :happy:
  • KristenE83
    KristenE83 Posts: 187 Member
    You look amazing, Kristen! Your weight loss has been such a motivator for me! When you started your diet (last year) and I started mine (at the new year) we were roughly the same weight. Seeing your results makes me realize that I can do this & I will do this! Thanks for all your support and keep up the awesome work!! :happy:

    Thanks Tracy! You can do this!!!!!
  • JanaCanada
    JanaCanada Posts: 917 Member
    Awesomeness!!! It really shows on your face. :) Good luck with the next 50...now that you know what to do, it'll be a cinch. xo
  • summertime0302
    summertime0302 Posts: 22 Member
    I see a difference. You look wonderful. Your halfway there! U CAN DO IT!
  • BuffyEat2Live
    BuffyEat2Live Posts: 327 Member
    You look fantastic! Well done, you.
  • sgreene87
    sgreene87 Posts: 323 Member
    WTG on your weight loss, you look great!
  • Congratulations!!!!!!! KEep it UP!
  • MelMoly
    MelMoly Posts: 1,303 Member
    oh man me too!
  • micabrito2012
    micabrito2012 Posts: 103 Member
    Good job missy! Keep it up!
  • KristenE83
    KristenE83 Posts: 187 Member
    Thanks everyone!!!!!! I really feel motivated to kick this next 50 to the curb. Posting this was the best idea... the feedback was great!!!
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