Before and After Pics (34 pounds down)

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RaeN81
RaeN81 Posts: 534 Member
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I recently posted some before and after pics to my blog, thought I'd post some here too to encourage others on their weight loss journey. I started actively seeking to lose weight around the beginning of June 2010 and reached my goal on October 13, 2010. Since then, a couple more pounds have come off and I've let them, but I've entered maintenance and I'm really only looking to get in better shape now. I have done this and will continue to do this as a way to honor God with my body--it's a gift and I need to treat it that way!

BEFORE (between 180 and 190 pounds) Official starting weight: 181

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AFTER: About 147 pounds

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What I did/do:

-reduced portion sizes
-starting eating breakfast
-eat more frequently
-track calories and exercise (usually eat my exercise cals)
-breastfeed
-more fruits and veggies
-started exercising, really eased myself into it though
-never stopped eating the things I love, just ate them in moderation

To sum it up: EAT LESS, MOVE MORE.

Find what works for you and stick with it, you can do it! :flowerforyou:
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  • JustJudy
    JustJudy Posts: 142 Member
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    You look great! :smile:
  • Amarillo_NDN
    Amarillo_NDN Posts: 1,018 Member
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    Very nice, and great work.
  • tim_fitbuilt4life
    tim_fitbuilt4life Posts: 301 Member
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    You are an inspiration! Good work!:smile:
  • cef957
    cef957 Posts: 86 Member
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    awesome! and a great inspiration!!!
  • carlajp18
    carlajp18 Posts: 50 Member
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    You look great! wtg!:wink:
  • boobarefa3y
    boobarefa3y Posts: 1
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    wow just wow ..im speechless .wow ..congrats girl you look AMAAAAZING
  • manditalita
    manditalita Posts: 8
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    Great job!!!
  • HazelDiva1913
    HazelDiva1913 Posts: 194 Member
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    you look amazing girl...keep up the great work
  • fitnesspirateninja
    fitnesspirateninja Posts: 667 Member
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    Congratulations!
  • nolachick
    nolachick Posts: 3,278 Member
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    WOW! great job and in what a short period!

    u look gorgeous!
  • djnelson1024
    djnelson1024 Posts: 138
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    Good job u look great congrats on that HIGH FIVE kickin *kitten* and taking names
  • cessidoll
    cessidoll Posts: 3
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    Your transformation is inspiring. Keep up the good work. All good habits you've picked up. I really find too that counting my calories helps...because then I realize it's really difficult to manage enough to have dinner unless I get my butt into the gym to workout after work to "earn" more calories! This really motivates me to work out. You should put up a before and after pic on your fridge so you can inspire yourself to keep to your diet!

    And yes, eat everything you love, but just in moderation! You sometimes have to stop worrying about wasting and just eat until you're satisfied (even if it's just one bite of that delicious chocolate dessert) or full (for meals).

    I've only lost 3 lbs in the past 2 months - but according to my assessment this morning, my body fat went down 3%! So, I'm really excited about that. This is with a lot of hard core exercise I picked up (and dieting of course).

    Congrats!
  • MaryKBallard
    MaryKBallard Posts: 21
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    Thanks for the encouragement...great job!!:flowerforyou:
  • dmmihelcic
    dmmihelcic Posts: 161 Member
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    Fantastic!
  • LuckyLeprechaun
    LuckyLeprechaun Posts: 6,296 Member
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    I love the look on your face in the pic where you have on the flowered dress and cardigan. It says it all, "Ya I know I look good!"

    Awesome! Great Job!!
  • KarenBorter
    KarenBorter Posts: 1,157 Member
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    amazing Rae! so proud of you!
  • RaeN81
    RaeN81 Posts: 534 Member
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    Thanks everyone! I got to tell you: maintenance is a whole new journey and in many ways one that requires more discipline and intrinsic motivation than losing the weight. I will carry your kind words with me for a while as I continue to improve my eating and especially my exercise habits. Blessings!
  • vhuber
    vhuber Posts: 8,779 Member
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    Yeah for reaching your goal!!!!
  • bfaith7
    bfaith7 Posts: 13
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    Looking good! Congrats!
  • darknight150
    darknight150 Posts: 3
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    Fantastic job!

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