Some Success. Before and After Pics inside

john60644
john60644 Posts: 18 Member
edited 2:38PM in Success Stories
Hi, everyone.
John Here, so far I've lost about 77lbs,when I started at 515lbs Dec 28, 2014.
lately I have stopped drinking smoothies. I have been eating healthier. I cut all sugars out, except once a week. I started eating lean chicken breast grilled on my George foreman grill for protein and I usually have some steamed veggies and to bulk out my meals I'll have a cup of so of Pinto beans cooked with seasonings and very little salt. I started eating this way on May 4,2015. I feel fuller with the meals and almost eliminated craving as I now eat food instead of just drinking green smoothies all the time, since eating this way I have lost 13 lbs after having plateaued on the smoothies. I have a long journey ahead of me but I realize this won't happen over nite. I'll keep u posted.
Take care,
john



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  • Kmedeiros83
    Kmedeiros83 Posts: 86 Member
    Hell yeah! Great job man! Keep up the good work. This doesn't happen overnight, just keep at it and take it one step at a time.
  • blue_eyes1978
    blue_eyes1978 Posts: 127 Member
    You're doing great! I will keep in mind about the smoothies as I have been at a stand still myself I make my smoothies with 1/2 c strawberries, 1/2 c blueberries, 1/2 c cantaloupe, and 1/2 c greek yogurt sometimes changing my fruits up a little but I have been wondering if this is hindering my results. You're looking good keep up the hard work! Take care!!
  • buckaroomama217
    buckaroomama217 Posts: 3 Member
    Way to go, you got this!
  • rainybblady
    rainybblady Posts: 12 Member
    John, you are looking fantastic! You are less "wide" in your second picture!
  • FitForL1fe
    FitForL1fe Posts: 1,872 Member
    dat progress man keep it up
  • JMC3Terp
    JMC3Terp Posts: 2,803 Member
    Absolutely fantastic job!! I have a 160 lbs to lose myself, so I understand how tough it can be with such a long road in front of you. But I am so impressed with your progress and dedication!!! Keep it up John! Great work and you can definitely see a change in your pictures! :)
  • cdcllcga01
    cdcllcga01 Posts: 71 Member
    Great work John! You are right - it's a marathon. But you've proven you can do it.
  • jpnotler
    jpnotler Posts: 23 Member
    Wow congrats, you look fantastic, keep up good work.
  • cmsu64113
    cmsu64113 Posts: 474 Member
    Great job man!!!
  • john60644
    john60644 Posts: 18 Member
    Thanks everyone for the encouragement, you guys are golden.
  • PattiWalling
    PattiWalling Posts: 25 Member
    Great job, John! Fantastic that you changed up and now are seeing the scale move again. Every once in a while I have to take a look at what I'm doing and try to change things again. That seems to be the way it works. Kudos to you for eating your nutrition instead of drinking it! It's amazing how much more full and satisfied you can feel. It takes a lot of preparation for sure, but is so worth it. Congratulations on nearly 6 months of success!! Call on me anytime you need encouragement!
  • efrensgirl2015
    efrensgirl2015 Posts: 480 Member
    This made me smile.keep up the great work!

  • georgeous66
    georgeous66 Posts: 47 Member
    Fantastic! Keep up the commitment! ;)
  • fidangul
    fidangul Posts: 673 Member
    You should be extremely proud... Great work, such a difference, well done mate!
  • KathleenCora
    KathleenCora Posts: 160 Member
    Awesome job!!!!
  • Greenkat57
    Greenkat57 Posts: 24 Member
    WOW John! You are really an inspiration! I had over 150 pounds to lose...I have lost almost 40 with the help of MFP & following my dieticians recommendations. I, too, learned that eating protein is the way to go...the smoothies really are not helpful like I thought they would be! In fact, I avoid liquid calories like the plaque...they usually have a lot of carbs & start me craving 'bad' stuff. and I'm not here just to lose weight. I want to feel good by eating healthy. Feel free to friend me if you want a buddy for continued support!
  • playadelcarmen2
    playadelcarmen2 Posts: 38 Member
    Great job!! Keep up the good work, you deserve it!
  • NC_Girl
    NC_Girl Posts: 177 Member
    You are doing awesome! Half the battle is starting....keep up the great work!
  • chesnity3
    chesnity3 Posts: 960 Member
    Awesome! You're doing great!
  • cahf
    cahf Posts: 137 Member
    Way to go!!! I see a huge difference!
  • besaro
    besaro Posts: 1,858 Member
    excellent work!! big change
  • CandyMonster160
    CandyMonster160 Posts: 153 Member
    Nice work! Can definitely see your hard work paying off! Stick with it, you can do it! :smiley:
  • bbontheb
    bbontheb Posts: 718 Member
    Awesome work. You are doing a great thing!! Keep it up :)
  • opalsqueak007
    opalsqueak007 Posts: 433 Member
    Keep going John! Excellent job.
  • Jilliankosto
    Jilliankosto Posts: 216 Member
    Way to go! Keep up the great work! Major progress already!
  • LexieSweetheart
    LexieSweetheart Posts: 793 Member
    I'm sooooooo proud of you friend <3
  • ummyasminah
    ummyasminah Posts: 95 Member
    great progress, that's amazing! keep it up and you'll be in shock at how much you progress over the next few months! :)
  • jessypug
    jessypug Posts: 142 Member
    Wow that is amazing, such an inspiration!
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