Down 120 lbs - Then and now :)

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rjh1975
rjh1975 Posts: 71 Member
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So, because I was so overweight for so long, I've got a lot of extra skin around my stomach. It's getting better, slowly, but it's been a big source of frustration for me. I've got really strong abs but nobody looking at me would ever guess that because they're hidden :P Well, I took this shot today and, for the first time, I feel like I'm maybe starting to get a little bit of definition! I'm not expecting miracles, and I know my belly will never be "beautiful", but it's nice to get to "see" some of my hard work paying off :)

Stats for those who want to know:

Height: 5'6"
SW: 252 lbs
CW:132.5 lbs

I've been working out for about 15 months now and using MFP for about 11 months. I have a trainer who I see twice a week and I'm currently training for a half marathon (so running 5 days/week). I can't believe how strong and amazing I feel and I can't believe I let myself be so overweight for so long!

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  • Jocosase
    Jocosase Posts: 82 Member
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    Awesome work. Keep up the good work. Something I read alot here on MFP that helps me out is knownig that I didn't get big/fat overnight, so the results won't happen overnight either. So, just keep doing what you are doing. I am sure those efforts will pay off soon.
  • snowflakeheather
    snowflakeheather Posts: 37 Member
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    Amazing! What an inspiration for those of us who are still early on in this journey. Wow!!!
  • Jennifer10723
    Jennifer10723 Posts: 374 Member
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    WOWZER!!!! You look amazing!
  • TrishLG
    TrishLG Posts: 173 Member
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    That is inspiring and wonderful. Congratulations.
  • Koholint
    Koholint Posts: 104 Member
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    Personally, I think your belly looks great. And it might sound strange, but you've got lovely shoulders.

    You should be proud- you've lost a whole small person! You're awesome!
  • llpaq
    llpaq Posts: 263 Member
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    You look amazing!!! I KNOW it doesn't matter what others think but you really do. Don't be too hard on yourself- you've come a long way :) Cheers to you! :flowerforyou:
  • 3_is_enough
    3_is_enough Posts: 25
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    You are such an inspiration!
  • milaguz
    milaguz Posts: 8 Member
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    That is fabulous!
  • obrientp
    obrientp Posts: 546 Member
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    Wow, Great job. I think your stomach looks beautiful!
  • lildee0216
    lildee0216 Posts: 16 Member
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    You're an amazing inspiration!!! LOVE IT & Happy Running!!!!
  • ruwise
    ruwise Posts: 265 Member
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    Wow. Similar starting weight to me so it is good to see somebody reach their target and look so well.
  • shawnmaire74
    shawnmaire74 Posts: 66 Member
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    You look fantastic. You give me such hope because one of my major fears is loose skin. I just started my journey and after seeing your progress and pics I am not so worried about it. You look beautiful and after what your body has been through your stomach looks amazing. Thank you so much for sharing.
  • raegan1215
    raegan1215 Posts: 89
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    dang girl! you look amazing! such an inspiration.
  • khyman
    khyman Posts: 28 Member
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    What an inspiration! Thanks.
  • bizzyeck
    bizzyeck Posts: 45 Member
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    What a great job!
  • rjh1975
    rjh1975 Posts: 71 Member
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    Thanks :happy: :happy: :happy:
  • ThriftyChica12
    ThriftyChica12 Posts: 373 Member
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    understand that your stomach already IS "beautiful" (so many of the images we see of bodies are photoshopped...even people who were always thin have "imperfections" on their stomachs)

    also, u look amazing--seriously, so tall and strong looking--proud of U! and even when u were a higher weight, u had a very beautiful face and figure, so not surprised u ended up even MORE lovely. cheers!
  • fatyoga
    fatyoga Posts: 207 Member
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    You look fantastic! Congrats on all your hard work
  • livingfortheone
    livingfortheone Posts: 273 Member
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    You look terrific. No one's stomach is perfect, btw... most of the images we see are, like some one said prior, Photoshopped. You are a beautiful woman and should be very proud of your hard word and achievement. You are an inspiration to us all.
  • FionaDFair
    FionaDFair Posts: 125 Member
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    You have done so well!! I'll second the comment about having nice shoulders - great definition in your shoulders and arms. I'm still working on my tummy too.

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