One year - not a big loss, but a big change

Swiftdogs
Swiftdogs Posts: 328 Member
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I lost around 36 pounds over the first 8 months and have been fairly stable in maintenance since then. I knew starting out that I wouldn’t take time away from working with my dogs or around my property to go to a gym. The solution was right under my nose - just do more. Groom another dog, do some yard work, haul equipment. Adding my Fitbit showed me what a huge difference it makes to move more.

I didn’t take before-and-after photos, but ringside candids from two spring National Specialty shows will serve. Those pants were a size 14 and were, of course, black to hide as much as possible. The suit is a size 8.

I have started strength training the last few months, and it will be a long process. I’m okay with that. This is not a diet or a fad, it is simply life. It’s what I AM.

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  • Linovitz
    Linovitz Posts: 79 Member
    Great work. You look wonderful
  • laddyboy
    laddyboy Posts: 1,565 Member
    Nice job...amazing
  • NextPage
    NextPage Posts: 609 Member
    Great photo..you look as sleek and beautiful as that lovely show dog your with.
  • Snip8241
    Snip8241 Posts: 767 Member
    Beautiful dogs, beautiful you, beautiful year!
    Good for you....congratulations on your success.
  • Chevy_Quest
    Chevy_Quest Posts: 2,012 Member
    Great story - Really well done!
  • granturismo
    granturismo Posts: 232 Member
    Well done
  • Jim_Barteck
    Jim_Barteck Posts: 274 Member
    Forget the numbers - especially now that you're doing strength training.

    Your pics tell the story better than a scale will. Congratulations :)
  • riffraff2112
    riffraff2112 Posts: 1,756 Member
    Regarding your statement 'not a big loss'

    I beg to differ.

    Awesome job, what a difference!
  • Anniebotnen
    Anniebotnen Posts: 332 Member
    Huge difference! You look fabulous in that red suit! Congratulations!
  • Birder155
    Birder155 Posts: 223 Member
    Great photo..you look as sleek and beautiful as that lovely show dog your with.

    Yes! You're both looking exceptional. :flowerforyou:

    Excellent results! It must be a lot more fun running around the ring these days.
  • knittingayle
    knittingayle Posts: 98 Member
    Yes, a BIG change! Looking terrific in your red suit -- and it looks a little big on you there! :flowerforyou:
  • mary659497
    mary659497 Posts: 484 Member
    I think it is a major loss. Good for you. Congratulations.
  • peacheswi
    peacheswi Posts: 91 Member
    You look gorgeous! Great job!
  • AglaeaC
    AglaeaC Posts: 1,974 Member
    Photos are nicer than the scale, they don't lie. Fabulous work!
  • hoyalawya2003
    hoyalawya2003 Posts: 631 Member
    You look fantastic--way to go! I bet it makes your experience in the ring easier, too.
  • likitisplit
    likitisplit Posts: 9,420 Member
    You look as tall and lean as the borzois!

    And good job on the strength - those can be some sizable dogs.

    I wouldn't call 37 pounds "a little weight" either. That's probably over 20% of your starting weight.
  • SuperStar0110
    SuperStar0110 Posts: 7
    Look at ya! Congrats!!
  • Kate7294
    Kate7294 Posts: 783 Member
    Wonderful job!
  • GiveMeCoffee
    GiveMeCoffee Posts: 3,556 Member
    You are amazing! Glad the red suit won on the vote cause you look incredible in it!

    I'll even share my ice cream and brownies with you!! Looking forward to seeing what this next year brings for you!
  • btsinmd
    btsinmd Posts: 921 Member
    Great success story!
  • _Zardoz_
    _Zardoz_ Posts: 3,987 Member
    Fantastic
  • PrissyPisces
    PrissyPisces Posts: 117 Member
    WOW! You look so NICE! You're tiny! Great job! :smile:
  • JustSomeEm
    JustSomeEm Posts: 20,287 MFP Moderator
    Wow - absolutely amazing!
  • kasaz
    kasaz Posts: 274 Member
    I think 37 pounds is wonderful and you look great. Shapely legs too! I bet you feel marvelous.
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  • Seabee74
    Seabee74 Posts: 314
    Fantabulous !! Keep up the awesome work you've started ????
  • optionalsourcewins
    optionalsourcewins Posts: 457 Member
    Wow, great job - congratulations!!!
  • cyndiee1
    cyndiee1 Posts: 24
    Love your story. You are a perfect example of how to make a lifestyle change work while doing the things that you love.
  • Paulglee72
    Paulglee72 Posts: 24
    At the moment i can only dream of losing 37 lbs !!! Well done to you.
  • sarahharas5
    sarahharas5 Posts: 256 Member
    WOW! You look so NICE! You're tiny! Great job! :smile:
    That's what I was thinking too! You look great :)

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