One year, 140 lbs lost progress pics!

xSTx
xSTx Posts: 56 Member
in Success Stories
Hey guys !

I've been an avid MFP user for almost a year now and I think I'm finally ready to post some before and now pictures ! Heres a quick run down of my stats.

Age: 25
Height: 5'4
SW: 320
CW: 180
GW:175
UGW: 140

A year ago this month I started my weight loss journey. I've met with doctors and with a dietitian as clearly my weight was out of control. I have always been bigger and was not sure what I could accomplish but with one year down I have lost 140lbs gone from a size 24 to a 12 and a 3X sometimes 4 to a size L. Band shirt size 2X to a L almost fitting into a M !

My original goal weight of 175 is only 5 lbs away ! and at the time I was told by numerous health care providers that this goal was " unrealistic". On sunday I'll be doing my first 5KM walk and I couldnt be more excited!. Right now I'm looking for determined and commited friends to share recipes, General weight loss tips and fitness tips with!

Here's a pic so you can get an idea of how I looked before and now !


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  • mandylgibbs
    mandylgibbs Posts: 185 Member
    Wow that is amazing!!
  • sdwojtas
    sdwojtas Posts: 13
    Great Job!
  • Helliberrie
    Helliberrie Posts: 21 Member
    Congratulations, you look fab, you must feel so very good.

    Well done xxx

    :smokin:
  • RAREBIRDART
    RAREBIRDART Posts: 100 Member
    Thats what I'm hoping to do! Starting similar weights. I want to get there.

    What were you doing? Food eating? Ive kind of hit a plateau a bit... :|
  • healthytanya1
    healthytanya1 Posts: 198 Member
    Awesome, what an inspiration!
  • TheBigFish711
    TheBigFish711 Posts: 98
    Great job!!
  • xSTx
    xSTx Posts: 56 Member
    Thanks everyone ! it's been a long year !

    Thats what I'm hoping to do! Starting similar weights. I want to get there.

    What were you doing? Food eating? Ive kind of hit a plateau a bit... :|


    I've changed my eating habits quite a bit ! eliminated or gradually elimated alot of unhealthy foods. Now eating lean proteins,veggies and fruit. I've traded in pasta for spagetti squash. Potatoes and other starchy sides for Quinoa and Bulger blends. Being creative when cooking comes in really handy! you can make almost any recipe 10X healthier with subing ingredients. I've really focused on how much sodium I'm eating, protein and have gradually reduced my calories as directed by a dietitan and with help from the MFP APP!

    I've been lucky and only experienced a slight plateau. During those times I've increased my caloric intake and changed up my workout.
    Walking has been my best friend ! However It's been 80/20 and its mostly what I eat. I've set small weight loss goals and started changing one thing at a time! Good luck!
  • Squamation
    Squamation Posts: 522 Member
    That's really great- you did an amazing job in just one year!
  • xSTx
    xSTx Posts: 56 Member
    Great job!!

    Good job yourself !
  • I_Will_End_You
    I_Will_End_You Posts: 4,397 Member
    Incredible job!
  • sjacks14
    sjacks14 Posts: 68 Member
    Great job!!! You look great!
  • Graelwyn75
    Graelwyn75 Posts: 4,404 Member
    Amazing transformation.
  • shelbielmiller
    shelbielmiller Posts: 27 Member
    Incredible! Way to go!
  • gracetillman
    gracetillman Posts: 190 Member
    Fantastic!!!
  • bethany41h
    bethany41h Posts: 218
    You look fabulous! Great work and dedication!
  • GnomeLove
    GnomeLove Posts: 379
    Rollin' down the street smokin' endo....Sippin' on gin and juice.....Laid back.....:smokin:
  • luckydays27
    luckydays27 Posts: 552 Member
    Congrats on all your hard work. You look wonderful
  • lespez
    lespez Posts: 16 Member
    Hey Hey well done you look brilliant....What is spagetti squash!!!!
  • sarahn724
    sarahn724 Posts: 13
    You look amazing!! Congrats on your journey!!
  • MelC2564
    MelC2564 Posts: 182 Member
    You are doing amazingly!! I'm adding you for inspiration :p
  • strawberrytoast
    strawberrytoast Posts: 711 Member
    Brilliant difference! Well done
  • ashleytx
    ashleytx Posts: 8
    YOU LOOK AMAZING!
  • mizzcookiebee
    mizzcookiebee Posts: 10
    You look amazing!!! Nothing short of inspiring.
    :D
  • xSTx
    xSTx Posts: 56 Member
    Rollin' down the street smokin' endo....Sippin' on gin and juice.....Laid back.....:smokin:


    Haha !
  • xSTx
    xSTx Posts: 56 Member
    Thanks again everyone ! appreciate it ! These photos really make me see the difference over the past year, and this is only year one ! I'm excited for years to come.


    Spaghetti squash is amazing ! its a type of squash that when cooked you can peel off little strands that kinda resemble spaghetti! Much healthier than pasta, I pair it with homemade low sodium tomato sauce,peppers, onions,mushrooms and ground turkey Yumm!
  • xSTx
    xSTx Posts: 56 Member
    EDIT:posted twice
  • suthernbelle
    suthernbelle Posts: 566 Member
    Wow! Your hard work has paid off!!! You look great!
  • gebe1231
    gebe1231 Posts: 60 Member
    Wow!!!! Huge congrats to ya! I started January 2011 at a similar weight & have similar goal weights! Unfortunately haven't lost quite as much as you! Would love to hear more on how ya did it!
  • Kblady1
    Kblady1 Posts: 13 Member
    Good for you....you should be very proud of all you have accomplished!
  • cupcakes_and_cardio
    cupcakes_and_cardio Posts: 369 Member
    You were told it was "unrealistic"? Well, I would pay those Dr's a visit then! Great job, kudos to you :)

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