I did it~~ 70# lost - pic heavy

AllNewMelanie
AllNewMelanie Posts: 47 Member
in Success Stories
I will keep this short and sweet... I started this journey September 2012 the day after bu 32nd bday because I saw myself in a full length mirror in a bathing suit and it was horrible. I really never saw myself as being fat, I knew I was a little heavy but not fat :( So from then on I have changed my life...I still eat things that aren't the greatest but always in moderation and I think counting calories is the easiest way to do this...figuring out my calories was probably the hardest, it was hard to figure out what my body needed. I even went to 1200 calories and I lost but always gained it back so I tried the eat more to weigh less and after a few gains I got it figured out and I did it! I eat 2000 calories a day and I feel like I am NEVER deprived! I still drink my coffee's and only water. I don't do any artficial sugars for I can't it cause me migraines. I try and eat 100-150 grams a protein a day and keep my sodium below 2500 :) When I started I did a lot of cardio and weight machines. I now only do HIIT cardio and I do free weights and I love love love it!! I hope I can inspire you all who are just starting your journey.... I lived on these boards and dreamed of being a success story! Please friend me if you have any questions or need encouragement or any questions :)

Now for the pics....

BEFORE--- 2008 --AROUND 220 POUNDS
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ME NOW AT 150 POUNDS
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Replies

  • terlyn20
    terlyn20 Posts: 142 Member
    just awesome! you look so lovely....
  • MarianneC93
    MarianneC93 Posts: 60 Member
    Inspiring. Thank you so much for posting! You look amazing - you looked lovely before and now you look stunning. Cute dress too :)
  • michelledvm
    michelledvm Posts: 1
    Congrats! You look great, so inspiring!
  • FixIngMe13
    FixIngMe13 Posts: 405 Member
    You look amazing!!! Congratulations!!! :flowerforyou:
  • mrshowell2010
    mrshowell2010 Posts: 2 Member
    Wow!!!! you look amazing, i can only dream of reaching your goal :) x well done!!! you must be so proud xxx
  • saphyreplatypus
    saphyreplatypus Posts: 30
    Great job! Congrats on your success! :-)
  • Analeigh73
    Analeigh73 Posts: 19
    Congratulations, you have accomplished something quite inspiring! Thank you for sharing! You look beautiful! Kudos to you!!
  • BikerGirlElaine
    BikerGirlElaine Posts: 1,631 Member
    Fabulous! I love your story because it's very close to what I am doing, and that is encouraging for me. You look absolutely terrific!
  • aliciadub
    aliciadub Posts: 73 Member
    Congratulations!!! I've so excited for you! Thanks for sharing your story; it's a big help to those of us who are now dreaming of a success story. :)
  • TheStephil
    TheStephil Posts: 858 Member
    Congrats. I really enjoyed reading your success story. You look great.
  • Sharonzi
    Sharonzi Posts: 2
    You really look beautiful. Congratulations !!!
  • MelissaL582
    MelissaL582 Posts: 1,422 Member
    Congrats! You look great!
  • Alicia7519
    Alicia7519 Posts: 160
    Congratulations!!!!!!!!!! You look fabulous!
  • amchha
    amchha Posts: 33 Member
    You look beautiful! Thank you for inspiring us all!
  • scorpio61
    scorpio61 Posts: 46 Member
    A job well done you look amazing!
  • browneyes36340
    browneyes36340 Posts: 10 Member
    Looking great :)
  • pe4sandra
    pe4sandra Posts: 102 Member
    I love the message boards! I always look through the success stories to stay motivated. Thanks for sharing your story and tips. You look amazing.
  • SonyaCele
    SonyaCele Posts: 2,841 Member
    you are so beautiful Congrats on a job well done!!!
  • vintagegirl3
    vintagegirl3 Posts: 49 Member
    You look great!
  • missmidge84
    missmidge84 Posts: 100 Member
    What an awesome transformation! You look fantastic!
  • DigitalDiana
    DigitalDiana Posts: 157 Member
    Well done!!! You look awesome!
  • bmarie612
    bmarie612 Posts: 221 Member
    So proud of all your hard work! Keep it up girly! You look great! :D
  • mizzfet
    mizzfet Posts: 15
    very inspiring,,thank you for sharing. Can you message me and tell me more about the "Eat more to weigh less"? Thanks so much!!
  • Latriciagavin
    Latriciagavin Posts: 3 Member
    Congratulations. You look awesome. I appreciate you sharing your story. It encourages me. Thanks
  • 4pawsmom
    4pawsmom Posts: 20 Member
    You look terrific!
  • buzzcockgirl
    buzzcockgirl Posts: 260 Member
    Dang! Look at those guns! That's what I'm working towards! Dropped 80lbs, but want some ARMS!
    Way to go- keep up the great work!! You look FAB!
  • ice1200s
    ice1200s Posts: 237 Member
    Well done! You rock in your new pictures!
  • LesaDave
    LesaDave Posts: 1,480 Member
    WONDERFUL!! And isn't is GREAT when you find something that works for YOU!!
    Congrats!!
  • AnnaMarieDinVa
    AnnaMarieDinVa Posts: 162 Member
    Thanks for sharing -- this is very inspirational. How tall are you? You seem to be on a similar path to me.

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