10 months of hard work... Before and after

nataliewalters5851
nataliewalters5851 Posts: 14 Member
edited November 23 in Success Stories
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At the time, I never would have imagined showing anyone these before pictures because at the time I was so disgusted with the person in the reflection but now I am proud to see how far I've come. That picture was taken in November 2014 at my heaviest weight of 160lbs at only 5'2". I was working from home, isolated, depressed, super self-conscience and just miserable. I look back at that picture and see how sad that girl was. I've completely changed my life since then. I just woke up one day and decided that was not who I wanted to be anymore and made a change. For me personally, getting to the gym and working out was what helped me lose the weight. After an intense workout, I was motivated to keep eating healthy because of all the hard work I was putting in. I never gave up, stayed consistent and steadily the weight dropped off. I was the kind of person who never felt like it was possible to lose weight, never felt like I would be thin, or strong, or active. Now I know it's possible! I've made a career change and become a personal trainer so I can help motivate others. Now I wake up every morning excited to go to work and happy about the person I am. So if you're struggling... Don't give up!! Stay consistent and you will see results.
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  • Gretzmo
    Gretzmo Posts: 16 Member
    Great job! You look fantastic and happy!
  • aledba
    aledba Posts: 564 Member
    Wow! Look at you! What a great change you've made. Such progress!
  • mmnv79
    mmnv79 Posts: 538 Member
    Well done! You look great!
  • jennie_jean
    jennie_jean Posts: 12 Member
    Holy hot mamma! You look wonderful. You're an inspiration!!!!
  • MsJulesRenee
    MsJulesRenee Posts: 1,180 Member
    Wow, your back (and everything else) looks AMAZING!! :) Awesome job
  • oh_happy_day
    oh_happy_day Posts: 1,137 Member
    Amazing transformation!
  • Kexessa
    Kexessa Posts: 346 Member
    You look so healthy! It was worth the effort!
  • CarrieA180
    CarrieA180 Posts: 903 Member
    Well done! I love the happiness shown in the after picture. :)
  • healthyfitme12
    healthyfitme12 Posts: 50 Member
    You are amazing! Great Job
  • eshnna
    eshnna Posts: 109 Member
    You look amazing
  • jlmed
    jlmed Posts: 226 Member
    Nice work! Congrats!
  • chastityb5
    chastityb5 Posts: 37 Member
    Amazing transformation in just ten months ! Gives me so much inspiration !
  • fketteland
    fketteland Posts: 19 Member
    You look amazing
  • christinedlg50
    christinedlg50 Posts: 138 Member
    Wow! Only 10 months! Amazing! Will you share more info about your diet and exercise plan?
  • dietka975
    dietka975 Posts: 63 Member
    edited August 2015
    Wow, you look amazing
  • EttaWB
    EttaWB Posts: 201 Member
    Great job and you look awesome.
  • nurselroy
    nurselroy Posts: 67 Member
    You look great! Very inspiring
  • efrensgirl2015
    efrensgirl2015 Posts: 480 Member
    Fabulous job...luv ur arms!
  • Fitwarrior7_Round_2
    Fitwarrior7_Round_2 Posts: 453 Member
    Awesome job!
  • QuietInkedOne
    QuietInkedOne Posts: 15 Member
    Oh my gosh! I can only imagine the work and dedication you had to put in to do that! Congratulations! You are an inspiration.
  • mrron2u
    mrron2u Posts: 919 Member
    Outstanding results! Thanks for sharing! I love that you even made a career change to become a larger part of the fitness world that you embraced to make your life better. You should make a great fitness coach having been there and done that! Keep inspiring others!
  • lilystacey
    lilystacey Posts: 2 Member
    You look fantastic! <3
  • vrs_2
    vrs_2 Posts: 223 Member
    Bravo
  • nataliewalters5851
    nataliewalters5851 Posts: 14 Member
    christinedlg50 wrote: »
    Wow! Only 10 months! Amazing! Will you share more info about your diet and exercise plan?

    My food log diary is open if you want to look at it. Of course it varies for each individual but for my height I stay at about 1200 calories and try to get at least about 130g protein and focus on carbs from brown rice, sweet potato and veggies. I did a lot of research when it came to exercise. YouTube and bodybuilding.com became my best friend! Initially I just worked out from home with a few pairs of dumbbells and a bench working out 4 days a week but after a few months I started going to the gym to mix it up. Hope that helps. You can always message me too, I can try and answer any questions.
  • mpeterson86
    mpeterson86 Posts: 28 Member
    Fantastic work. Congrats on your well deserved accomplishments
  • adamcourt
    adamcourt Posts: 61 Member
    keep up good work
  • michelleellis
    michelleellis Posts: 63 Member
    You look great!!!
  • ajgordo150
    ajgordo150 Posts: 79 Member
    Good advice thank you
  • VanderB_55386
    VanderB_55386 Posts: 14 Member
    Great job! You look fantastic!
  • bpaolina
    bpaolina Posts: 36 Member
    nataliewalters5851 wrote: »
    1ob3v8p87h4m.jpg

    At the time, I never would have imagined showing anyone these before pictures because at the time I was so disgusted with the person in the reflection but now I am proud to see how far I've come. That picture was taken in November 2014 at my heaviest weight of 160lbs at only 5'2". I was working from home, isolated, depressed, super self-conscience and just miserable. I look back at that picture and see how sad that girl was. I've completely changed my life since then. I just woke up one day and decided that was not who I wanted to be anymore and made a change. For me personally, getting to the gym and working out was what helped me lose the weight. After an intense workout, I was motivated to keep eating healthy because of all the hard work I was putting in. I never gave up, stayed consistent and steadily the weight dropped off. I was the kind of person who never felt like it was possible to lose weight, never felt like I would be thin, or strong, or active. Now I know it's possible! I've made a career change and become a personal trainer so I can help motivate others. Now I wake up every morning excited to go to work and happy about the person I am. So if you're struggling... Don't give up!! Stay consistent and you will see results.

    So happy for you! Looking great! And feeling even better I'm sure. Very inspiring!
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