getting close to goal! is this real?!

Lisa_Rhodes · February 2013

You are amazing! You have done a wonderful job... can't wait to reach my goals as well.. I think I'll have to pinch myself to believe it

MinnieApples58 · February 2013

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FionaDFair · February 2013

Well done! You look fantastic! I can't believe you are 173 in that picture (no offence) you look so skinny. Congrats on your accomplishments! Cant wait to have a body like that

I agree - you look fantastic! I'm 5'3" myself and currently weigh 160, wearing about a women's size 12. I guess our body composition is a little different? Way to go!

TaniaMagiki · February 2013

Congratulations!!! You look sooo much younger now! Keep going!

katedevall · February 2013

I am THRILLED to announce that I am within reaching distance of my goal weight!!!! It's been a long hard journey, and although I fell off track a couple times I managed to pick myself up and get my butt in gear. I started my journey on July 21st 2012 at 236 lbs. I now weigh 173 lbs and am only about 13 lbs away from my goal weight of 160! I am only 5'3, but my ideal body type is curvy.

BEFORE @ 236 lbs

DURING

ALMOST THERE!

You look amazing(: great job!

ggof · February 2013

well done !!!!!!!!!!!!!

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strawberrylola · February 2013

wow! you look awesome!

vbarcok · February 2013

Wow! you are amazing! Great job!

PinkPaintedLady · February 2013

You look GREAT!!!!!!!! I have a very similar body type. I started MFP 35 days ago at 192.5lbs and am currently down to 181.5. I have a similar ideal goal weight as yours 150-160lbs. I am determined to reach this goal. How long have you been on the program and do you have an successful tips that helped you along the way?

that's an awesome loss in a short amount of time, congrats! I began MFP in August of 2012, and have had unbelievable results with this site! I basically started off with juicing (watch the documentary Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead for more info) I did a 5 day juice fast and lost 14 lbs, which was a HUGE jump start. For me, first starting out numbers were everything, so the 14 lb loss motivated me. After that I ate only fruits veggies and nuts for protein for a few weeks and eased my way back into poultry (organic only) I did a round of Jillian Michaels 30 day shred, and mostly just walked and did some toning. Track EVERYTHING! That's my advice, it really helps keep you liable for what your putting into your body! I wish you the best of luck on your journey!

PinkPaintedLady · February 2013

You look fantastic!!! Great job!!! Beautiful before & after!!!

Thank you so much!!!

PinkPaintedLady · February 2013

You look beautiful, we are the same height and have similar goals, I also like to keep my curby figure. How exactly did you do it? How many calories did you do, what exercise? did you eat back your excercise calories? Sorry for all the questions.

Thank you very much!

I began with a 1300 calorie budget, and eventually went up to 1400. Now I usually avg around 1500 ish. It all about listening to your body and giving it what it wants! After that it's actually very easy. I did the 30 day shred in october, and mostly just some walking/jogging. Now i'm focusing on toning exercises! Don't be sorry, I never thought for a second that people would be asking ME for advice lol! It feels awesome!

Destinee704 · February 2013

That is great! You are truly an inspiration and keep up the great work. I truly know in my heart I will get to my goal as well. Stay focused and positive.

PinkPaintedLady · February 2013

Thank you so much for all of the positive feedback guys! THIS is exactly the reason I fell in love with MFP to begin with! So much support and motivation from people I've never even met! Your words all mean SO much to me, I'm actually tearing up, haha! For those on your journey, you CAN and WILL do this. It may not always be easy, but I promise that if you stick with it and want it bad enough it's your for the taking. Good luck to all my lovely fellow MFPer's on your journey and thank you for making my day!!!!