48 lbs gone, 44 to go! Here's to the new me!! (Pics included

bluerose9483 · April 2011

When I was younger, such as middle school, I was always a “big” girl. I can remember gym glass when we were “weighing in” and my gym teacher shouted out everyone’s weight, I was in the 7th grade and weighing in the 200 lbs range. When we shouted out my weight, I was so embarrassed. I tried to lose weight, but gave up because I was still a kid. Once I got a job, I was able to drop from about 210 lbs down to 140 lbs, which is when I met my husband.

We were together in 2003 and in 2004 I had our baby girl. Shortly after having her, I realized I needed to lose my weight all over, because I was back to 222 lbs and having troubles breathing and just doing the simple things in life. I was good for drinking TONS of soda, eating all the junk foods (chocolate, chips, cakes, brownies, etc). I wasn’t happy with how I looked and wanted to change it, especially since me and my husband wanted more kids. I tried and had a hard time losing my weight.

Here is my husband and I Jan. 1, 2008 still weighing 222 lbs and I’m 5’3”.

In March 2009, I joined MFP and for the past 2 years, I’ve been working my butt off to get back to my pre-pregnancy weight (140 lbs). In Sept. 2009, I found out I was pregnant with our son. My weight in September was between 190-185 lbs. Our son was born April 30, 2010, and I was weighing around 184 lbs (My OB dr had told me in the beginning of my pregnancy I would lose weight, which had no harm on our baby boy, but it was because I was not at my “ideal” body weight).

After my pregnancy, I continued my weight lost. I’ve had good days and bad days. But for right now, I’ve maintained my body weight. I’m currently sitting at 174 lbs and I only have 34 lbs to go to meet my pre-pregnancy weight! It’s been a long journey, but I have finally gotten my life together and getting closer to my goal. Back then I was in a size 20 jeans (the heaviest I’ve ever been in!) and right now I’m in a size 16. I’m hoping to get down at least a 14 (again, which was pre-pregnancy) or possibly a 12 (I’ve never seen!).

lcoulter23 · April 2011

When I was younger, such as middle school, I was always a “big” girl. I can remember gym glass when we were “weighing in” and my gym teacher shouted out everyone’s weight, I was in the 7th grade and weighing in the 200 lbs range. When we shouted out my weight, I was so embarrassed. I tried to lose weight, but gave up because I was still a kid. Once I got a job, I was able to drop from about 210 lbs down to 140 lbs, which is when I met my husband.

We were together in 2003 and in 2004 I had our baby girl. Shortly after having her, I realized I needed to lose my weight all over, because I was back to 222 lbs and having troubles breathing and just doing the simple things in life. I was good for drinking TONS of soda, eating all the junk foods (chocolate, chips, cakes, brownies, etc). I wasn’t happy with how I looked and wanted to change it, especially since me and my husband wanted more kids. I tried and had a hard time losing my weight.

Here is my husband and I Jan. 1, 2008 still weighing 222 lbs and I’m 5’3”.

In March 2009, I joined MFP and for the past 2 years, I’ve been working my butt off to get back to my pre-pregnancy weight (140 lbs). In Sept. 2009, I found out I was pregnant with our son. My weight in September was between 190-185 lbs. Our son was born April 30, 2010, and I was weighing around 184 lbs (My OB dr had told me in the beginning of my pregnancy I would lose weight, which had no harm on our baby boy, but it was because I was not at my “ideal” body weight).

After my pregnancy, I continued my weight lost. I’ve had good days and bad days. But for right now, I’ve maintained my body weight. I’m currently sitting at 174 lbs and I only have 34 lbs to go to meet my pre-pregnancy weight! It’s been a long journey, but I have finally gotten my life together and getting closer to my goal. Back then I was in a size 20 jeans (the heaviest I’ve ever been in!) and right now I’m in a size 16. I’m hoping to get down at least a 14 (again, which was pre-pregnancy) or possibly a 12 (I’ve never seen!).

Lookin' Good! Great work!

Athena413 · April 2011

Woohoo! Look at you!! Great job!!!

aecryan · April 2011

Wow! Great job! You look gorgeous!

Nikstergirl · April 2011

You're doing a great job!!!! You look amazing and I'll bet your husband and kids are enjoying the benefits of a healthier you!!!! Keep up the great work!

wannalosew8 · April 2011

Congratulations! You are looking great!

annastacia10 · April 2011

You should be so proud! What you have done is NOT easy and you look absolutley wonderful!

CSinghRNBSN · April 2011

Congrats! Way to go! Keep up the good work. It really is paying off.

kgs0201 · April 2011

you're doing awesome and you look fantastic!!! you'll be there before you know it and you'll be a fun and active mom for your kids! keep it up!

kittycat613 · April 2011

You look gorgeous girl! Thank you for sharing your progress pics! Keep up the amazing work, I know you'll get to your goal!

rachivie · April 2011

I feel like you were writing my story...very similar! So proud of you! One pound at a time and before you know it the rest will be gone

abeautifulvoice · April 2011

Good Job! You look amazing!! Keep it up

cmriverside · April 2011

Wow! You are beautiful! Thanks for the inspirational pictures and story.

A_New_Horizon · April 2011

You can do it, trust me. I am also 5'3", and I am down into the 50's (a size 12/14). I can wear all size 14's and most size 12's. A little will power and determination will go a long way. You look great. keep it up and you will reach that go in no time!!!