I did it~~ 70# lost - pic heavy
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AllNewMelanie
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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 ![:) :)](https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/resources/emoji/smile.png)
Now for the pics....
BEFORE--- 2008 --AROUND 220 POUNDS
![6d83e297-d1d3-46c9-847d-7b5f0973fcff_zps746a7f9c.jpg](http://i201.photobucket.com/albums/aa124/melaniescofield/6d83e297-d1d3-46c9-847d-7b5f0973fcff_zps746a7f9c.jpg)
![47a40908-ff60-4920-8341-84be903663ba_zpsadb68035.jpg](http://i201.photobucket.com/albums/aa124/melaniescofield/47a40908-ff60-4920-8341-84be903663ba_zpsadb68035.jpg)
![1f4f4956-e878-4200-86ce-c001afb15122_zpsb6a6f786.jpg](http://i201.photobucket.com/albums/aa124/melaniescofield/1f4f4956-e878-4200-86ce-c001afb15122_zpsb6a6f786.jpg)
ME NOW AT 150 POUNDS
![2aa18f63-1165-417a-9a01-cf9581a6fb32_zps57d64c51.jpg](http://i201.photobucket.com/albums/aa124/melaniescofield/2aa18f63-1165-417a-9a01-cf9581a6fb32_zps57d64c51.jpg)
![:( :(](https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/resources/emoji/frowning.png)
![:) :)](https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/resources/emoji/smile.png)
![:) :)](https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/resources/emoji/smile.png)
Now for the pics....
BEFORE--- 2008 --AROUND 220 POUNDS
![6d83e297-d1d3-46c9-847d-7b5f0973fcff_zps746a7f9c.jpg](http://i201.photobucket.com/albums/aa124/melaniescofield/6d83e297-d1d3-46c9-847d-7b5f0973fcff_zps746a7f9c.jpg)
![47a40908-ff60-4920-8341-84be903663ba_zpsadb68035.jpg](http://i201.photobucket.com/albums/aa124/melaniescofield/47a40908-ff60-4920-8341-84be903663ba_zpsadb68035.jpg)
![1f4f4956-e878-4200-86ce-c001afb15122_zpsb6a6f786.jpg](http://i201.photobucket.com/albums/aa124/melaniescofield/1f4f4956-e878-4200-86ce-c001afb15122_zpsb6a6f786.jpg)
ME NOW AT 150 POUNDS
![2aa18f63-1165-417a-9a01-cf9581a6fb32_zps57d64c51.jpg](http://i201.photobucket.com/albums/aa124/melaniescofield/2aa18f63-1165-417a-9a01-cf9581a6fb32_zps57d64c51.jpg)
![69f81986-070f-4ff7-9ab4-a380ed2378e7_zps046af956.jpg](http://i201.photobucket.com/albums/aa124/melaniescofield/69f81986-070f-4ff7-9ab4-a380ed2378e7_zps046af956.jpg)
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just awesome! you look so lovely....0
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Inspiring. Thank you so much for posting! You look amazing - you looked lovely before and now you look stunning. Cute dress too0
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Congrats! You look great, so inspiring!0
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You look amazing!!! Congratulations!!! :flowerforyou:0
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Wow!!!! you look amazing, i can only dream of reaching your goal
x well done!!! you must be so proud xxx
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Great job! Congrats on your success! :-)0
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Congratulations, you have accomplished something quite inspiring! Thank you for sharing! You look beautiful! Kudos to you!!0
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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!0
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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.0
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Congrats. I really enjoyed reading your success story. You look great.0
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You really look beautiful. Congratulations !!!0
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Congrats! You look great!0
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Congratulations!!!!!!!!!! You look fabulous!0
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You look beautiful! Thank you for inspiring us all!0
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A job well done you look amazing!0
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Looking great0
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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.0
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you are so beautiful Congrats on a job well done!!!0
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You look great!0
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What an awesome transformation! You look fantastic!0
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