77lbs GONE! FOREVER! Pics too!
RedVelvetCurls
Posts: 304 Member
Hello everyone. I'll post pics first because my story is probably boring to most. For scale purposes and stats:
I lost this weight in just over a year. I'm 5'4", also 23 years old.
What I lost:
~77lbs
~Toxic people in my life
~False friends
~Plus-size clothes
~Asthma
What I gained:
~A fiancé
~Confidence
~True friends
~Motivation
~Health
~Happiness
~Self-esteem
~Respect
~Energy
~A life
Basically, the reason I was overweight was due to a bad relationship, where I was emotionally abused and controlled with food. I guess I can come out right and say it since it's a closed chapter now - he was a feeder. And what gave him kicks, gave me terrible health. But discussing that with him was pretty much impossible.
I got a chance to be free, and took it. This is when my life really started.
How did I lose this weight? A 1200 cal diet. I know some people disagree with that, and whatever, but that's what worked for me. I'm now up to 1300 cals a day, and that basically gives me generous meal portions and perhaps a small snack/hot chocolate in the evening.
I also did Jillian Michael's 30 Day Shred three times, over a space of 9 months or so. I'm currently dragging myself through Ripped in 30.
It's been difficult. It's not been a cakewalk; it's just been a long, long, heavy walk with no cake in sight. It's been exhausting when the scales stopped moving, frustrating when I gave in to sweets, terrifying when I've tried something new. Would I do it all over again? Yes - but I'll make sure I never have to.
There were consequences to my new found health. I lost many friends who were tired of seeing me change. I say "friends", using the term loosely - no friend would talk behind my back about me being selfish for wanting to become slim, and move to Germany to be with my partner. That's just a resentful observer. To those who are experiencing similar resentment from others - rise above it. You are doing the right thing. You are becoming healthy, you are expanding your life expectancy, you are gaining confidence. That is what is valuable here. Not what others think of you.
Thank you, MFP and to the friends I have made here, for being there every day. Because no one else really was, besides my partner of course. Here's a picture of how happy I am because of you:
I lost this weight in just over a year. I'm 5'4", also 23 years old.
What I lost:
~77lbs
~Toxic people in my life
~False friends
~Plus-size clothes
~Asthma
What I gained:
~A fiancé
~Confidence
~True friends
~Motivation
~Health
~Happiness
~Self-esteem
~Respect
~Energy
~A life
Basically, the reason I was overweight was due to a bad relationship, where I was emotionally abused and controlled with food. I guess I can come out right and say it since it's a closed chapter now - he was a feeder. And what gave him kicks, gave me terrible health. But discussing that with him was pretty much impossible.
I got a chance to be free, and took it. This is when my life really started.
How did I lose this weight? A 1200 cal diet. I know some people disagree with that, and whatever, but that's what worked for me. I'm now up to 1300 cals a day, and that basically gives me generous meal portions and perhaps a small snack/hot chocolate in the evening.
I also did Jillian Michael's 30 Day Shred three times, over a space of 9 months or so. I'm currently dragging myself through Ripped in 30.
It's been difficult. It's not been a cakewalk; it's just been a long, long, heavy walk with no cake in sight. It's been exhausting when the scales stopped moving, frustrating when I gave in to sweets, terrifying when I've tried something new. Would I do it all over again? Yes - but I'll make sure I never have to.
There were consequences to my new found health. I lost many friends who were tired of seeing me change. I say "friends", using the term loosely - no friend would talk behind my back about me being selfish for wanting to become slim, and move to Germany to be with my partner. That's just a resentful observer. To those who are experiencing similar resentment from others - rise above it. You are doing the right thing. You are becoming healthy, you are expanding your life expectancy, you are gaining confidence. That is what is valuable here. Not what others think of you.
Thank you, MFP and to the friends I have made here, for being there every day. Because no one else really was, besides my partner of course. Here's a picture of how happy I am because of you:
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good for you I am on my way to a healthier me as well. I have had 4 back to back pregnancies and now it's time to work on me being happy. I started at 257 and am down to 239
It hasn't even been a month yet. You look great btw 0 -
You look AMAZING!! And those people you lost are not worth it. You are a treasure, and I'm so happy you are one of my friends here on MFP!0
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Your post is so inspiring! If more people could realize that there is more to life than food, then they'd realize that they'd be a lot happier:) I'm on my way there emotionally, not so much physically (yet!). Good job! By the way, I love your red hat! Where did you find that? I'm always on the look out for nice winter hats!0
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BTW, I should mention I'm a little jealous about the whole Germany thing! That's my "motherland" and I'm dying to go there someday!
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You are truly an inspiration in so, so many ways! You look beautiful and so happy with you. That is what is most important! Congratulations!!0
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Awesome job!!!! You look fantastic and deserve to be happy.0
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Congrats!!!0
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Your post is so inspiring! If more people could realize that there is more to life than food, then they'd realize that they'd be a lot happier:) I'm on my way there emotionally, not so much physically (yet!). Good job! By the way, I love your red hat! Where did you find that? I'm always on the look out for nice winter hats!
Here's a link to the very hat I bought!http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/W34-LADIES-FUNKY-RETRO-BUTTON-DETAIL-WOOLY-CABLE-KNITTED-BAGGY-SLOUCH-BEANIE-HAT-/160653824913?pt=UK_Charms_Wristbands&var=460032009008&hash=item2567b6d391
Thank you everyone! I seriously, honestly, truthfully with all my heart couldn't have done it without the friends I made here, on this website. I owe them my health, and gratitude. :flowerforyou:0 -
Good for you! Getting healthy means changing more than just eating habits and losing weight. The first time I lost weight, I learned a lot about true friendship. There were people who cheered me on. Most of those people are still in my life. There were three people who never. said. one. word. about my 132 pound weight loss. One is my "best friend." We're still friends, but I learned a lot about her true nature. One is my only sibling, my half brother. One was a professional acquaintance. All three of these people are people who didn't see me during the process, so they had to notice.
Anyway. Getting healthy, losing weight teaches you life lessons as well. You look AMAZING!!
Congratulations on the weight loss and everything else! You will be a beautiful bride!0 -
wow. fantastic job. you look amazing. so happy. I am so proud of you for your determination and success. Way to rock girl. you did it.0
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Yay!! I'm so happy for you. I started at the same weight you did (211) and have almost the same goal weight, so thanks for the inspiration!0
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Congratulations! You are an inspiration! That's a LOT of weight to lose. I can tell you are determined never to put it back on. That's the Good News about this weight loss method. It's not a crash diet, it's a life-style change. Looks like your life changed in more ways than one - - - and you're certainly happier for it. Thank you for sharing!0
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Oh Lord I just burst into tears, hahaha! Thank you so much, truly! :')0
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Nice job! If you are in Frankfurt look up Sabi Uskhi @ Wellrex Health Institute personal training and more great guy incase you need a place to work out.0
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Amazing!! How did you break through your plateaus?? I am currently stuck and can't break through mine!0
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Wow you look healthy and beautiful. I'm so happy for you. Thank you for posting your story and pics. How tall are you?0
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Your post is very inspiring. I can relate to some of the things you have said your post. 0
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Amazing!! How did you break through your plateaus?? I am currently stuck and can't break through mine!
I turned to strength training for a couple of weeks then went back to cardio, it worked each time.
And, Dulcemami, I'm 5'4"!0 -
Great job! Congrats for understand that there are people who benefit and support from our own dysfunction. Recognizing them and breaking away is really key. People who truly love you will support your health!0
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Congratulations!!! You look absolutely amazing & its more then obvious you are happy :-) Thank you for sharing, its very inspirational, esp to us newbies just starting our journey :-)0
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Wow, that is fantastic. I'm very proud of you for your accomplishment with the weight loss but even more so for taking charge of your life! That, missy is the icing on that cake you are looking for!
Realizing that you are worth more than what someone is offering you and taking the leap of faith to bail out is a tough life lesson. Ridding yourself of the negative people in your life shows real strength! May God bless you with much happiness and may your life be filled with wonderful people who support you!
Great job!0 -
Brava my friend! 0
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OMG!! You are just to cute!! Congratulations!! What an amazing job!!!! :drinker:0
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ADORABLE!!!! AND A COMPLETE INSPIRATION! I love the things you've lost and gained! What a way to put a smile on your face- you should be VERY PROUD!!! :flowerforyou:0
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The changes you have made now, while you are still young, will ensure a healthy and happy life! Continue the good work you have done!!!0
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What a story with a beautiful ending. I don't know you but I just wanted to type: " I am really happy for you & good job! You must be a strong woman. Sometimes we got to dig deep. It really shows & you look gorgeous. "0
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Awesome! Keeps me motivated!0
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you look stunning! and what a beautiful story..thanks for sharing:flowerforyou:0
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A great success story. Awesome job and glad that you feel happy and free now! All the best in the future.0
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Inspiring story...you look amazingly happy!! Thanks for sharing! 0
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