30+ lbs lost...Comparison Pics

megaen29 · July 2014

So I started losing weight back on January 30th of this year. My starting weight was 181.8lbs. Technically classified as just into the obese category. I've known for years I had a love of running and used to do it for fun or as stress relief. Finally this year I've really stared using it to my advantage, and combined with better eating I have lost over 30lbs and am down to 149 lbs, which is just into the healthy weight category.

I've attached two pictures. The first one is from October 6th of last year after completing the 5km ColorMeRad race. The second pic is from yesterday (July 19th 2014) about to complete the Warrior Dash obstacle course.

I knew I had lost weight but until I put these two pictures side by side I didn't realize how much progress I have accomplished. I can even tell by the way I am standing, my confidence is through the roof now!

ColorMeRad October 6, 2013 (180ish lbs)

Warrior Dash July 19, 2014 (149 lbs)

healthy_jessx3 · July 2014

Your awesome girl! Definitly a good motivator and BIG inspiration, ive started my weightloss journey in April and up until now ive lost 14 pounds. Id love to lose about 20-25 more.

megaen29 · July 2014

Thanks so much! Great job with your progress.

kittyhorn · July 2014

Great work!

CarriesCalories · July 2014

Impressive! Just the inspiration I need, I'm at the beginning.

VenusSparks · July 2014

Impressive! Just the inspiration I need, I'm at the beginning.

I agree! I'm also in the beginning and my starting weight is also 180. You are an inspiration and just looking at your progress makes me want to push more

Congratulations!! :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:

megaen29 · July 2014

Thanks guys! Such encouraging words make me want to keep going

It's a tough journey but we can all make it there!

walk757 · July 2014

You should be very proud, congrats!

joyceross1016 · July 2014

Thank you your amazing. Keep up the great work. Such an inspiration. I hope to be doing the same with my pics here in six months to a year. My dream is to do the cross country bike Athlon this time next year.

yasmine334 · July 2014

You look great and full of energy. Congrats :flowerforyou:

Jazz_2014 · July 2014

You are so right, you are standing strong now.

elisa123gal · July 2014

you look so fit! great job.

rrford · July 2014

You have just motivated me!! You're pictures look exactly like what I picture I would look like with a 30+ lb weight loss. We are built the same. How tall are you? I"m 5'6'.
My problem is consistency. I can do good for a few days then back slide because I'm so hungry. Especially at night. Any thoughts on how to push through that?

megaen29 · July 2014

Thanks everyone. I've never thought of myself as an inspiration and motivation!

megaen29 · July 2014

You have just motivated me!! You're pictures look exactly like what I picture I would look like with a 30+ lb weight loss. We are built the same. How tall are you? I"m 5'6'.
My problem is consistency. I can do good for a few days then back slide because I'm so hungry. Especially at night. Any thoughts on how to push through that?

I'm 5'5" so pretty much the same height. My key is a little cheat every day. Food is definitely my biggest problem. I've always been active but food just started taking over and I'm the same as you. I was such a night eater!

I have a few squares of really good chocolate (I buy a $3 chocolate bar every week and eat a little each day) and another snack. Weight lifting has been great for me too. Its reshaped my body and I was losing about an 1" off my waist every three weeks! Its also great for building muscle for faster running times as well

Most important though, you have to really want it! I started and failed so many times through the years. This time I'm going for it.

megaen29 · July 2014

Thank you your amazing. Keep up the great work. Such an inspiration. I hope to be doing the same with my pics here in six months to a year. My dream is to do the cross country bike Athlon this time next year.

Thanks so much! I have no doubt you'll be doing the same in six months. You can totally achieve that dream. I'm hoping to be able to complete a marathon next year (high hopes lol) Good luck with your training!!