215lbs to 175lbs. Pay attention to inches!

luvsubrooke
luvsubrooke Posts: 85 Member
edited November 14 in Success Stories
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This was me at 215lbs, if not more. My highest weight was 225lbs. At 5'10 I can carry more weight than most women and still look healthy, but 225lbs was in no way healthy. My boyfriend had passed away, I was an emotional eater, and I totally let my body spiral out of control. With healthy eating and daily exercise, and the help of mfp of course ;), I'm down to 175lbs and still going! My goal weight is 145-150lbs. This is me today and I feel healthier than ever! gijtahd5hlev.jpg
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  • ythannah
    ythannah Posts: 4,372 Member
    I'm sorry for your loss.

    And if you can rock a clingy knit like that at 175, I have no idea where another 25 -30 lbs is going to come from... you look fantastic!
  • retropactum
    retropactum Posts: 75 Member
    You are beautiful at both weights, but congrats. I lost my boyfriend a little over a year ago, so I know exactly what it like to watch your body spiral out of control. All the progress I had made prior to his death, was lost and then some. You are seriously a beautiful person and stronger than you probably give yourself credit for.

    On a lighter note, now that you've lost, can I buy that sequin dress? LOL :P
  • kristenprainone
    kristenprainone Posts: 13 Member
    You look amazing!!! I just started this week and can't wait till I make some progress to post pics!!! Great job!!!!
  • Liftng4Lis
    Liftng4Lis Posts: 15,151 Member
    Incredible job! Way to get it!
  • ImpracticalGirl
    ImpracticalGirl Posts: 59 Member
    You go girl! :flowerforyou:
  • 2ledbetter
    2ledbetter Posts: 199 Member
    So sorry for your loss. You do look beautiful in both pictures. But your right being healthy is the most important.
  • ogaurnera
    ogaurnera Posts: 24 Member
    edited March 2015
    Hi sorry for your lost! And congrats on ur weight loss!! You look great!!! How long it took you?
  • Gtdarkie
    Gtdarkie Posts: 2 Member
    Sorry for ur lost but damn girl...you look Gd in both pic.
  • midpath
    midpath Posts: 246 Member
    I'm 5'10" and 229, I can't wait to look like you! :) good job!!!
  • bergk24
    bergk24 Posts: 12 Member
    Great job such inspiration !!
  • luvsubrooke
    luvsubrooke Posts: 85 Member

    ogaurnera wrote: »
    Hi sorry for your lost! And congrats on ur weight loss!! You look great!!! How long it took you?

    I had a baby in October of 2013. During my pregnancy I was up to 245lbs and my baby was a whole 6lbs! Lol so since giving birth last October, I've lost 70lbs. I got down to 225lbs by doing nothing, but I was stuck at that weight for a while so I started working out mildly. I got down to 210lbs, got stuck at that weight, and started working out vigorously. I was 210lbs about 2 months ago. I cut out breads, most sugars, and most gluten. Chicken, fish, and veggies! Small portions, every 2-3 hours until 7. No eating after 7pm for this girl. If I'm starving I eat an apple or an orange :)
  • ogaurnera
    ogaurnera Posts: 24 Member
    Thanks for sharing
  • parkerpowerlift
    parkerpowerlift Posts: 196 Member
    ythannah wrote: »
    I'm sorry for your loss.

    And if you can rock a clingy knit like that at 175, I have no idea where another 25 -30 lbs is going to come from... you look fantastic!

    I agree with everything in this post. My heart hurts for you.

    OP---you look phenominal! I had a similar start weight and I'm currently around the same weight as you right now. However, you are a bit taller and you already look so tiny! Absolutely gorgeous! Thanks for the inspiration!
  • cmmull67
    cmmull67 Posts: 170 Member
    I have to say, you looked great in the "before" picture. You carried the 215 quite well. That said, you definitely look fantastic at the now "after" weight of 175. Quite the head turner and can't imagine how much better you'll look in another 20-30 lbs. Wow!!
  • UrnAsh_
    UrnAsh_ Posts: 242 Member
    Congratulations on your loss. :) You look fantastic!
  • chesnity3
    chesnity3 Posts: 960 Member
    Great job!
  • Lissa_Kaye
    Lissa_Kaye Posts: 214 Member
    I am so sorry for your loss. I lost my childhood sweetheart about 8 years ago to suicide. If you ever want to talk hit me up. That is one thing I never had was other widows to talk to. It makes it different going into other relationships and the loss is different than any other.

    You look stunning, in both pics actually :smile: Gratz on your success so far.
  • luvsubrooke
    luvsubrooke Posts: 85 Member
    Lissa_Kaye wrote: »
    I am so sorry for your loss. I lost my childhood sweetheart about 8 years ago to suicide. If you ever want to talk hit me up. That is one thing I never had was other widows to talk to. It makes it different going into other relationships and the loss is different than any other.

    You look stunning, in both pics actually :smile: Gratz on your success so far.

    I lost mine to suicide too. Dropping all of the weight is such a huge load off of my shoulders bc not only did that weight represent that bad time in my life, but my continual struggle with self blame! Being a healthier me is not only helping my body physically but it has definitely helped me mentally! Now rather than looking on the mirror and being reminded of my loss, I'm reminded of that fact that I was strong enough to push through and getting better, rather than bitter. Thankyou for your kind words.
  • BBeccaJean
    BBeccaJean Posts: 453 Member
    Beautiful! It just shows that some of the most difficult times bring out your strongest self--well done!
  • rosnigetsfit
    rosnigetsfit Posts: 569 Member
    You look fantastic!
  • onomentekume
    onomentekume Posts: 1 Member
    How long did it take?

  • Mandea0321
    Mandea0321 Posts: 16 Member
    I'm so sorry for your loss.
    I lost my father 5 years ago and my son 4 years ago, and that is where I the most of my weight gain come from. So I feel your pain. I'm glad to see that you have been able to get past the pain and to a brighter, healthier future. :)
  • enchanted_daydream
    enchanted_daydream Posts: 258 Member
    So sorry for your loss.

    It's so motivational for me to see a tall gal who lost weight because you have a similar starting point to me and I hope to get down to where you are! You look gorgeous!
  • michelleosuna555
    michelleosuna555 Posts: 2 Member
    Wow u look great . I'm same weight but much shorter so the pounds really show . U looked good even before
  • meryl135
    meryl135 Posts: 321 Member
    Beautiful job!
  • happygalah
    happygalah Posts: 343 Member
    You look so beautiful! Tragedy like that takes such a toll on you. I lost my husband to cancer and I turned to food.
  • Nicolee_2014
    Nicolee_2014 Posts: 1,572 Member
    You look fab
  • elephant2mouse
    elephant2mouse Posts: 906 Member
    You are absolutely stunning!
  • Reema_capricorn
    Reema_capricorn Posts: 1,032 Member
    My god you are stunning!! Even at your heaviest, you look damn pretty!! Congrats and keep it up girl!!
  • Agarland34
    Agarland34 Posts: 60 Member
    You look amazing!!!! Thank you for the inspiration.
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