9 months in, 45lbs down

cleanandlean2012
cleanandlean2012 Posts: 71 Member
in Success Stories
This is somewhat of a struggle for me...as I can barely see a difference. Thankfully I have surrounded myself with very supportive people and choose to believe their encouraging comments. I truly committed to becoming a healthier person on 1st August 2012, weighing in at 245lbs, I am now 200lbs. My ultimate goal is 120lbs, which I expect to reach early 2014.

Before:
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After:
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Please forgive the rather fatigue look in the After shot....I have just injured my back and can barely walk!
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  • Diva1205
    Diva1205 Posts: 32 Member
    There is definatly a difference. Looking Good. Keep it up! Congrats on your loss so far :)
  • ThriftyChica12
    ThriftyChica12 Posts: 373 Member
    wow!!!! u seriously look like a different person already! and you look about 10 yrs younger due to your weight loss. great work!
  • Kifissia
    Kifissia Posts: 136
    Definitely a difference! Your figure is more defined. Keep it up! Hope your back gets better soon. :)
  • ChantelleSchoeman
    ChantelleSchoeman Posts: 7
    Amazing !! A huge difference!! Well done, don't stop the good work !!
  • mattschwartz01
    mattschwartz01 Posts: 566 Member
    Keep going! You're doing great and don't get discouraged by the back injury. Allow yourself time to heal and continue to be positive.
  • jimmmer
    jimmmer Posts: 3,515 Member
    There's a massive difference! Great job......

    Don't let injury niggles get you down, you'll still make solid progress with diet alone whilst you heal.

    Again, amazing job: your hard work and dedication are paying off big time! :)
  • rahlpn
    rahlpn Posts: 551 Member
    Awesome job! Keep it up girl!!
  • SenseiCole
    SenseiCole Posts: 429 Member
    good girl, well done keep it yp, you look amazing
  • smoootka
    smoootka Posts: 67 Member
    There's a huge difference!! Way to go! Keep up the great work! :)
  • WarriorReady
    WarriorReady Posts: 571 Member
    Amazing change girl! Fab work keep at it! Hope the back heals quickly! :flowerforyou:
  • mazdauk
    mazdauk Posts: 1,380 Member
    You're doing great! I can definitely see a difference. Its hard to see differences in ourselves becuse we focus on the "bits" that look wrong to us still. But I bet that's a smaller pairr of jeans, for a start!
  • KristysLosing
    KristysLosing Posts: 683
    Nice! I cerainly see a difference! Great job!
  • bartin32
    bartin32 Posts: 16
    You got this and keep giong. I believe in you.
    :happy:
  • semarsh12
    semarsh12 Posts: 77 Member
    Yes, like everyone else has said, there really IS a difference! You look FAAAAAbulous! Great job so far! Keep at it!
  • jazzkat68
    jazzkat68 Posts: 101 Member
    Are you kidding?? BIG difference! Congrats!
  • mary659497
    mary659497 Posts: 484 Member
    You look absolutely beautiful.
  • jsbieniek
    jsbieniek Posts: 76 Member
    I see a huge difference. Go put on a shirt that was tight in the sleeves before, you will know there is a difference! Great job and keep up the good work. Hope your back gets better soon! :)
  • cwannabee
    cwannabee Posts: 23 Member
    There is a difference for sure!

    I didn't catch how tall you are, but I'm 5'7" and also started at 245lbs. People who knew I was losing would say things and encourage me but it wasn't until I hit about 195 that casual aquaintences worked up the nerve to broach the topic. (Think little old ladies pulling you aside to whisper in your ear, "Are you losing weight? You look fabulous!" ).

    Also, did you still have a piece of clothing you kept from when you were at 245? Put it on....you'll see the difference!

    Keep up the good work girlie!
  • nicolej1016
    nicolej1016 Posts: 89 Member
    Beautiful!

    The difference is very evident! Great work and I hope your back heals quickly.

    Thank you for posting this and I am so very happy for you! :bigsmile:
  • EvilFeevil
    EvilFeevil Posts: 95 Member
    I see a huge difference. Go put on a shirt that was tight in the sleeves before, you will know there is a difference! Great job and keep up the good work. Hope your back gets better soon! :)
    This! Recently when I wasn't noticing my weight loss as much in the mirror, I decided to try on a shirt I had grown out of several years ago and it actually fit (I'm wearing it now)! Also, try wearing a belt and you'll notice how you can put it in the next smaller hole over time...that also helps.

    Even if you don't think you look smaller, you definitely do in those before and after pictures and your clothes "getting bigger" on you are the proof. Keep up the inspirational work! Great job! :happy:
  • MelanieAtPlay
    MelanieAtPlay Posts: 21 Member
    I can definitely see a big difference! Way to go!
  • tlvasa
    tlvasa Posts: 60 Member
    Girlfriend - if you can't see the difference, you need a new mirror! You have done incredibly well and it shows! Keep up the good work! You look wonderful!
  • kbeech06
    kbeech06 Posts: 328 Member
    You're looking incredible! Keep up the good work!
  • Gianna44
    Gianna44 Posts: 124
    I can definitely see the difference - you are doing great! Keep yourself surrounded by those supportive people - you will do this!
  • iLoveMyPitbull1225
    iLoveMyPitbull1225 Posts: 1,690 Member
    I see a big difference! You ought to be very proud of yourself. Congratulations, and good luck getting to your ultimate goal.
  • jennbme24
    jennbme24 Posts: 32 Member
    Wow, you look great! Congrats, you can definetly tell a difference. Thanks for sharing.
  • SNWilliams13
    SNWilliams13 Posts: 21
    I definitely see a difference. GREAT job! Keep up the GREAT work!
  • cleanandlean2012
    cleanandlean2012 Posts: 71 Member
    Thanks guys....you have no idea how delighted, excited and motivated I am to receive these compliments. I know I have mirror issues, but through sites like this and awesome people around me, I know I will get to goal and look awesome soon. Some tips I have learnt along the way:

    1. we all know it but small meals frequently works better
    2. Water is your bestest pal - I have only just nailed this through using a sports cap bottle and adding ginger / mint or fruits to water. I only drink water, tea and coffee and very occasionally a natural fruit cordial. No alcohol, soda's (diet ones are your worst enemy)
    3. Consistent exercise you love - until injuring my back, I loved power walking, weights, insanity and was just about to start Zumba. Looking forward to resuming in a month or so.
    4. Have close MFP friends who you engage with daily / frequently - be supportive.

    Once again, thank you so much guys...if any of you want to share my journey and are serious about fitness (not just weight loss), don't hesitate to buddy with me.
  • cleanandlean2012
    cleanandlean2012 Posts: 71 Member
    Sorry for those who asked I am a tiny 5' 3.5"
  • andyb000
    andyb000 Posts: 252 Member
    couldnt more proud of you!! you look amazing!!! your hard work is definitely showing!!! Congrats on your success girl

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