Fighting severe morbid obesity

First off, congrats! You're certainly succeeding and should be proud. Forget the same dent mentality. You can't lose 200 without losing that first 60! You're definitely on your way

You're a rockstar and you deserve an entourage! Perhaps a friend (or two. Or a whole support group) who is working hard on the same general amount of weight you want to lose too.
Or perhaps a nutritionist. Or even an emotional counsellor (therapist). Talk to your dr or wellness program and see if they can set you up with some cool supportive people.

Swimming and dancing (you can just twist and rock out privately at home if you want) are fun, low-impact activities in addition to your walking

:-) keep up the great work!

Can I just say Wow! I think you're doing great. You are beautiful and I love your attitude. I have no doubt that you will reach your goals.

Nice job, you can totally see the progress in your before and after pictures! Looking forward to seeing more!

You look great

OP, this was wonderful to hear. Keep it up and pat yourself on the back - you have come a long way. Amazing and beautiful story.

Wow, just wow!! Your pictures were great and what a difference, such a good job, I'm very proud And fantastic smile btw, I was smiling with you at your progress pics!

Wow OP, that is one hell of a difference! Great job


The only thing I can think of is keep it fun and interesting (new recipes, new fitness activities), accept you will have bad days and keep doing what you're doing. Sounds like you've done a great job so far and just imagine how much you can lose if you continue and how great you will feel!

Frankly, the people who show up saying, "I've always been fat, but now I'm going to be perfect! I've got this! I want friends to support me!" are the people I worry about. People like you, who say, "I'm doing this. It is hard. I worry that I'll screw it up..." I worry less for those people. They're not deluding themselves. IMO, anyway. For most of us, this IS hard!

All the experts say that making lifestyle changes is key, so know that working on them is supposedly better for us. The road you've taken is the one that leads to success. Statistically, anyway. I know I was pleased when I found that out.

You've already done what most never do. There is no reason why you can't go all the way to thin. Keep up the good work!!

HOLY GUACAMOLE YOU LOOK AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

emarendt1128 wrote: »

Just updating everyone.... i have officially hit the -100 lb mark!!!!!! HALLELUJAH! Ill try to post an updated picture soon!!!!

Awesome!!! Can't wait to see those pics.

100 pounds lost is an incredible milestone. You should be so proud! And I hope it's great motivation to keep going too.

I just wanted to say that I read your first comment about wanting to run, too...and please, don't be discouraged if it feels impossible now. Running is exponentially more difficult when you're carrying extra weight, and honestly it's tough on your bones and joints if you're still overweight when you start, and not in a good way. Exercise is important and good for your body but there is absolutely nothing wrong with waiting until you are out of the obese category into overweight or normal BMI before you start to run - there are so many other things you can try besides running that will be kinder to your body. Your knees might thank you for it, actually.

OP I'm not generally known for being too warm n fuzzy, but your post brought a lump to my throat and seeing your update made it even worse!!!

You are killing it girl and doing an amazing job. Please please keep us all updated. You are such an inspiration. Doing the happy snoopy dance for you

This is great motivation! You are awesome! I too, want to get to that running stage. Just not there yet. I have just started back up on keeping myself in check with eating. Someone did tell me about the couch to 5k is a good training tool to anyone into running. I am gonna try it, soon. hopefully. ;-)
Thank you for your story!

Absolutely amazing hunny, will be keeping my eye out on this thread.

I've lost 126 lbs since the start of this year. I understand the struggles of being morbidly obese and what that entails when it comes to exercise. Feel free to add me for encouragement and support.