PICS! 43 lbs down with PCOS & Broken Foot!

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nnelson33
nnelson33 Posts: 101
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When I started my weight loss journey July 1st of last year to get in shape for my sister's wedding, I never truly believed in myself or that I could ever be "skinny" <-- whatever that really means.

Almost 11 months later, I am smaller than I have ever been in my life since I can remember growing up. I have struggled with PCOS my whole life but was diagnosed back in 2007/2008. Making it harder to lose weight, it was a vicious cycle of trying to lose weight, being unsuccessful, hating it, and gaining more weight. On top of everything this year, I had a stress fracture that kept me from doing my favorite activity (running) for 4 months, but I still kept at it!

I am happier, healthy, and looking forward to the new life style I have adopted. Am maybe trying to lose 15-20 more!

Many thanks for the support along the way and feel free to add me! Always need more inspiration! :)

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  • nnelson33
    nnelson33 Posts: 101
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    shoot I don't know how to resize some of the photos.. so some got cut off! Sorry!
  • Givemewings
    Givemewings Posts: 864 Member
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    You look great, really healthy and happy. Well done!
  • missgen83
    missgen83 Posts: 2 Member
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    Did you low carb? I have PCOS too, and I am finding it difficult to lose weight this time around. My usual calorie counting/ exercise just isn't cutting it, but I really have the hardest time low carbing. Congrats on your success!! You look amazing, and you are a definite inspiration for me!
  • nnelson33
    nnelson33 Posts: 101
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    I didn't do low carb in the beginning until I met with a trainer who encouraged clean eating. I don't carb count but I avoid all bread, rice, and pasta, and only have one piece of fruit a day.

    It's been a transition for sure and I still love carbs but I just try not to have them be in my daily diet. Lean protein has been my best friend!
  • echippendale
    echippendale Posts: 66
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    you have done brilliant hun, you look in great shape. i was diagnosed with pcos in 2012, im finally getting to a healthy weight again. youve done so well to keep to a good weight considering your broken foot. x
  • currlee
    currlee Posts: 395 Member
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    You look great and I love the heavy fringe!! Frames your face very nicely!!
  • sangeyvang
    sangeyvang Posts: 182
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    You look so goood!!! :) good job!!
  • nnelson33
    nnelson33 Posts: 101
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    thanks girls!!
  • sararab
    sararab Posts: 2
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    you're gorgeous! well done! :)
  • Sparlingo
    Sparlingo Posts: 938 Member
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    You're shrinking!!

    Congrats on your success despite your obstacles. I'm sure you get told this every day, but you are one BEAUTIFUL woman!! Holy cow!
  • DUCKIEGYRL
    DUCKIEGYRL Posts: 186 Member
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    Great Job
  • BeinAwesome247
    BeinAwesome247 Posts: 257 Member
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    I didn't do low carb in the beginning until I met with a trainer who encouraged clean eating. I don't carb count but I avoid all bread, rice, and pasta, and only have one piece of fruit a day.

    It's been a transition for sure and I still love carbs but I just try not to have them be in my daily diet. Lean protein has been my best friend!

    good to know!

    Great job and thanks for posting
  • nnelson33
    nnelson33 Posts: 101
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    also looking for advice from other PCOS'ers. I've started to hit a plateau and looking for inspiration to change my diet!
  • nnelson33
    nnelson33 Posts: 101
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    You're shrinking!!

    Congrats on your success despite your obstacles. I'm sure you get told this every day, but you are one BEAUTIFUL woman!! Holy cow!

    Thank you! You are too kind :)
  • Timshel_
    Timshel_ Posts: 22,834 Member
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    You look younger!
  • CarleyJx
    CarleyJx Posts: 12
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    Wow amazing, well done! X
  • nnelson33
    nnelson33 Posts: 101
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    Thank you! :)
  • BBeccaJean
    BBeccaJean Posts: 453 Member
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    Inspiring to see someone else with PCOS succeed...awesome job and I love the hair!
  • ChristinaR720
    ChristinaR720 Posts: 1,186
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    You look amazing! Awesome job!
  • craigmandu
    craigmandu Posts: 976 Member
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    I think you've done a fantastic job! Way to not let "problems" deter you from your goals. I really admire you for this!

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