New, and with before/after pics from before MFP (75lb loss!)

jovie929
jovie929 Posts: 20
edited September 25 in Success Stories
Hi there! I'm new to MFP but not the weight loss journey. :) I started last year, finally keeping to that new year's resolution. Heaviest I remember getting (because I eventually just avoided the scale altogether) was 213lbs. I'm currently 138!! I passed my original goal of 140 but I'm not done yet- not until that "jiggle" goes away and I'm toned up! These last lbs are the hardest, so I hope to find new motivation here, since I've REALLY been slacking big time. I think I've gotten into that, "Haven't I done enough?? Can I be done now?!" phase. I hope my new friends here can get me back on track to finally finish what I've started! I've always been the "big girl", always made fun of throughout the school years, so this is a very new feeling for me- to be in a size M/7! My current goal is now 125. :)

Before: 213-ish lbs

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AFTER! 138

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The after is much easier to show. :P It's kind of embarrassing looking back at pictures. I don't have many, since I used to try to hide from the camera.

Here's to new friends and motivation! :)
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  • Crystal817
    Crystal817 Posts: 2,021 Member
    Don't be embarrassed. Be proud! You look awesome. :)
  • cjwolfjen
    cjwolfjen Posts: 323 Member
    You look amazing! Although, you weren't really too heavy to begin with, your before pictures were very pretty! Don't be ashamed of them. We can't change who we were. Your before pictures showed you were basically just like most of American women these days. Curvy but still pretty! However you look much healthier and happier now. Congrats again!
  • jovie929
    jovie929 Posts: 20
    Thanks! It's definitely easier to run around after nephews and puppies without the extra weight hanging around. ;)
  • NyxDominique
    NyxDominique Posts: 271 Member
    Wow! You look amazing. Good Luck with those last few pds!
  • rai8759
    rai8759 Posts: 296 Member
    You look so awesome! Great Job!
  • IKnowICan
    IKnowICan Posts: 86
    You look amazing! Although, you weren't really too heavy to begin with, your before pictures were very pretty! Don't be ashamed of them. We can't change who we were. Your before pictures showed you were basically just like most of American women these days. Curvy but still pretty! However you look much healthier and happier now. Congrats again!

    Ditto! Well said!!!!

    Your are adorable:flowerforyou:
  • slyder432
    slyder432 Posts: 475 Member
    WTG!! Stand proud!! WOOOOWWWW!!!
  • jaskelley
    jaskelley Posts: 62 Member
    Woah! Super cute!
  • angp7711
    angp7711 Posts: 324 Member
    You should be so proud of all the changes you have made and how far you have come. That is a great accomplishment wear it with pride! You look great! I will show my "before" pics to anyone because it feels good to know that I have made such a big change in my life. PLUS you are just gorgeous regardless on weight.

    Feel free to add me as a friend as well...
    Smiles :)
    Ang
  • gillianjoon
    gillianjoon Posts: 96 Member
    You look awesome you should be so proud of yourself :flowerforyou:
  • monkeybuttsmommy
    monkeybuttsmommy Posts: 343 Member
    You are so inspirational to me! And you are a beautiful girl! So happy for you! Thank you for sharing it really helps!
  • Labcoathipster
    Labcoathipster Posts: 171
    You look great!!!! Give me some of that motivation!
  • Mountain_woman
    Mountain_woman Posts: 229 Member
    Beautifully done hon! It never ceases to amaze me how much younger people look when they loose weight. I think it has a lot to do with the fact that we smile more when we are thinner. I think it has something to do with not having to lug around extra weight. Way to go, you look wonderful!
  • mlm7944
    mlm7944 Posts: 15
    Wow! Great job so far! You should be very proud!! You are beautiful, both in the before photos and the after. It's just so nice that you've made the commitment to live a healthier life and to feel good about yourself. You've found the right place for motivation and great tools to help you meet your goal...it's closer than you think!

    Welcome! Feel free to "befriend" me! :)
  • path2a6pack
    path2a6pack Posts: 27 Member
    unbelievable - now the true motivation is - the difference between mediocre and great people is the final mile that no one wants to run - r u great or mediocre? thats all up to you
  • Staceslim
    Staceslim Posts: 100 Member
    Wow you look amazing. I need some motivation because I am in a slump right now wanting to give up for the fact I of course haven't seen any real results but I did have some weight loss earlier on. I just need to get myself on a regular schedule again. You look great, wear it proudly.
  • jerseygirlmaggie
    jerseygirlmaggie Posts: 165 Member
    Great job!! You look fantastic; thanks for inspiring me too!
  • sainidirahh
    sainidirahh Posts: 3
    omg, amazing, inspirational!! thanks for sharing!!
  • MzChiz
    MzChiz Posts: 70 Member
    YOU LOOK GREAT!!!! I needed that!!!
  • mideon_696
    mideon_696 Posts: 770 Member
    Fantastic Job there matey! Really top effort!

    You do look great!

    Dont be embarrassed by older pictures...
    They should instead serve as a reminder of you're obviously solid efforts to better yourself. You should show these before and after shots with pride!
  • beccaleathers
    beccaleathers Posts: 14
    Amazing!!! Way to go! You cut like 10 years off too!! I was in need of some motivation, thanks :)
  • jovie929
    jovie929 Posts: 20
    You are all so nice! :') I'm happy to be surrounded by other inspirational people, where we can all help each other! It defintely gives me hope that my next goal isn't impossible or too far away. :)
  • swillis21
    swillis21 Posts: 251 Member
    Inspirational! And like the other posters said, you looked good before too! But, it is nice I'm sure to be healthier and more confident in your own skin! I'm looking forward to that myself, thanx for the post!
  • Krys_T
    Krys_T Posts: 1,406 Member
    Awesome job!
  • SweatMe
    SweatMe Posts: 1 Member
    WOW!!! You look like a new person... I am soooo happy for you and PROUD of you! Get it mama!!!!
  • vmpaixao
    vmpaixao Posts: 3
    Thats so awesome you look great! Such an inspiration : )
  • musicoflife08
    musicoflife08 Posts: 66
    You've definitely inspired me! I can't wait to feel the way you feel.
    You were a very beautiful girl before, but now you look happier and more comfortable with yourself, too! Go you! Good luck with those last few pounds!
  • kdiamond
    kdiamond Posts: 3,329 Member
    I don't know who's cuter...you or your puppy! LOL You look great!!
  • A_New_Horizon
    A_New_Horizon Posts: 1,555 Member
    You look awesome. You should be so proud of yourself; you have accomplished an amazing thing. I will add you to help with the motivation. Welcome to MFP. You will find amazing support here like I have. Keep up the good work, and don't give up. You have come so far!!!
  • LadyoftheDisc
    LadyoftheDisc Posts: 136 Member
    Welcome and Congrats on your weight loss so far! Your before and after pics are really awesome, keep up the good work!!
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