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

bluerose9483
bluerose9483 Posts: 686 Member
edited September 26 in Success Stories
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”.

Jan12008-222lbs.jpg

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).

WeightLoss09-11.jpg

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!).

April102011-174lbs.jpg

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  • lcoulter23
    lcoulter23 Posts: 568 Member
    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”.

    Jan12008-222lbs.jpg

    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).

    WeightLoss09-11.jpg

    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!).

    April102011-174lbs.jpg

    Lookin' Good! Great work!
  • Athena413
    Athena413 Posts: 1,709 Member
    Woohoo! Look at you!! Great job!!!
  • aecryan
    aecryan Posts: 89
    Wow! Great job! You look gorgeous!
  • Nikstergirl
    Nikstergirl Posts: 1,549 Member
    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
    wannalosew8 Posts: 21
    Congratulations! You are looking great!
  • annastacia10
    annastacia10 Posts: 106
    You should be so proud! What you have done is NOT easy and you look absolutley wonderful!
  • CSinghRNBSN
    CSinghRNBSN Posts: 2
    Congrats! Way to go! Keep up the good work. It really is paying off.
  • kgs0201
    kgs0201 Posts: 459 Member
    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
    kittycat613 Posts: 55 Member
    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
    rachivie Posts: 11
    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
    abeautifulvoice Posts: 246
    Good Job! You look amazing!! Keep it up :):)
  • cmriverside
    cmriverside Posts: 34,420 Member
    Wow! You are beautiful! Thanks for the inspirational pictures and story.
  • A_New_Horizon
    A_New_Horizon Posts: 1,555 Member
    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!!!
  • janemartin02
    janemartin02 Posts: 2,653 Member
    good job!!!
  • SKP1986
    SKP1986 Posts: 392 Member
    Looking great! Keep up the awesome work and thanks for sharing your journey with us :D
  • NovemberJune
    NovemberJune Posts: 2,525 Member
    great job!!! you look amazing! i started at 229, and close in height & i'm looking forward to looking as good as you ;)
  • kristy12379
    kristy12379 Posts: 239
    Great job Barb! You look awesome! You've accomplished alot including being a mom to two kids...that's hard to do, but you're doing it!
  • Dhathri
    Dhathri Posts: 323 Member
    You are looking great. Fantastic job. Good Luck for the rest of the journey.
  • babygurl48
    babygurl48 Posts: 1,237 Member
    you look amazing!!! keep up the good work, you will get where u want to to be!!!
  • RobinS78
    RobinS78 Posts: 20
    Great job! You look awesome. Thanks for sharing your story. :)
  • maygans
    maygans Posts: 196 Member
    Can I use you as my motivation?! I'm the same height, I had a similar starting weight, and have a similar end goal! I've been really struggling lately with motivation for all of this ("I'm NEVER going to lose the rest of this weight!") but seeing someone that started in the same "boat" as me and succeeding definitely shows me that I can do it too! Thank you for sharing your story and the pictures! Please remember to update us when you get to your goal! :)

    p.s. you look AWESOME!
  • JMun
    JMun Posts: 409
    Get it girl!!!
  • cunokyle
    cunokyle Posts: 58 Member
    Great job!
  • Helena4
    Helena4 Posts: 124
    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”.

    Jan12008-222lbs.jpg

    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).

    WeightLoss09-11.jpg

    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!).

    April102011-174lbs.jpg

    Lookin' Good! Great work!


    You are amazing! Just proves when you put your mind to something, you really can do it. Did you just use MFP to do this along with exercise? I'm amazed, you look fab! :D Keep it up, the last 34lbs will seem like a breeze with how far you have come :)
  • Monica_in_MO
    Monica_in_MO Posts: 162 Member
    Great job!! I started at 222 and am 5'3" too. I currently weigh 178. So our stories are very much the same. I am very happy for you!
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