Strong Start - 108 kg (238 lb) 40 kg (88 lb) (pics)
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DownSizingNat
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For me the journey to a healthier lifestyle began at a very desperate chapter of my life - I always was chunkier than my peers in high school, however it wasn't until I met a boy who would turn out to be the worst decision of my life did I pile on weight without even noticing.
A few years after the inevitable breakup and many years of refusing to weigh myself I finally decided enough was enough - I bought a set of scales and hopped on for the first time in 5 years!
I knew I was heavy but I was absolutely devastated when the scales showed up at 108 kilos! This was the shock I needed - I was wearing size 18/20 (AUS) clothes, I was aggressive, sad and had no goals.
On the 15th January 2013 I gave up smoking (I was smoking a packet a day) and then decided to give a meal replacement shake diet a chance to break some very bad and unhealthy habits. I don't agree with following this long term, however it did give me some quick results that made me extremely motivated!
A work college encouraged me to attend a "boot camp" with her (self run) we did this for months driving 30 min to the beach at 5 am Saturday and Sundays. Within 5 months I had lost 10 kg and was finally no longer seeing 3 digits on the scales.
Then I found MFP and this was a serious game changer! I followed a diet with a -500 deficiency and increased my workouts to weights 4 times a week and cardio on alternative days. The results were astounding and the addiction was real - my goal weight was 70 kg which I hit nearly 2 years after starting this journey.
Still not satisfied I vowed to hit 40kg lost before my 25th Birthday in May - and when I got on the scales that morning SUCCESS!
I don't have this health and fitness thing all worked out yet but I am continually learning and surprising myself and looking for motivational people - I really hope that even if one person finds this motivating this post was worth it!
I recently slowed down and gave myself some breathing space to enjoy my success, but I have now developed new goals - hit 62 kg and be the strongest and fittest version of myself I can be!
![mjybqcmfs6do.jpg](https://us.v-cdn.net/5021879/uploads/editor/hd/mjybqcmfs6do.jpg)
A few years after the inevitable breakup and many years of refusing to weigh myself I finally decided enough was enough - I bought a set of scales and hopped on for the first time in 5 years!
I knew I was heavy but I was absolutely devastated when the scales showed up at 108 kilos! This was the shock I needed - I was wearing size 18/20 (AUS) clothes, I was aggressive, sad and had no goals.
On the 15th January 2013 I gave up smoking (I was smoking a packet a day) and then decided to give a meal replacement shake diet a chance to break some very bad and unhealthy habits. I don't agree with following this long term, however it did give me some quick results that made me extremely motivated!
A work college encouraged me to attend a "boot camp" with her (self run) we did this for months driving 30 min to the beach at 5 am Saturday and Sundays. Within 5 months I had lost 10 kg and was finally no longer seeing 3 digits on the scales.
Then I found MFP and this was a serious game changer! I followed a diet with a -500 deficiency and increased my workouts to weights 4 times a week and cardio on alternative days. The results were astounding and the addiction was real - my goal weight was 70 kg which I hit nearly 2 years after starting this journey.
Still not satisfied I vowed to hit 40kg lost before my 25th Birthday in May - and when I got on the scales that morning SUCCESS!
I don't have this health and fitness thing all worked out yet but I am continually learning and surprising myself and looking for motivational people - I really hope that even if one person finds this motivating this post was worth it!
I recently slowed down and gave myself some breathing space to enjoy my success, but I have now developed new goals - hit 62 kg and be the strongest and fittest version of myself I can be!
![mjybqcmfs6do.jpg](https://us.v-cdn.net/5021879/uploads/editor/hd/mjybqcmfs6do.jpg)
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Amazing...congrats0
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Strong first post! Nice work!0
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Way to go!!!0
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Awesome!!! Way to go0
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How do I set a -500 calorie deficit? I'm confused about this.0
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Well done!0
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Amazing congrats. How tall are you?0
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DownSizingNat wrote: »
but I have now developed new goals - hit 62 kg and be the strongest and fittest version of myself I can be!
You have done amazingly!!!!
Good luck as you continue. Also, know that the scale isn't everything and that the strongest and fittest version of you may not weigh 62kg, she may even weigh your current 68kg, but with different fat/muscle composition.
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Wow well done! You look great0
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Fantastic work!!!! Well done!0
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Wow that's fantastic! Such an inspiration.0
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Your hard work shows! You look absolutely amazing!smileytree222 wrote: »How do I set a -500 calorie deficit? I'm confused about this.
Set your goal to lose 1 pound a week, that's a -500 calorie deficit.0 -
Wow girl you have come so far congrats on your journey you deserve this0
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Awesome transformation and dedication....very well done!0
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Wow amazing results you look younger healthier happier and hotter ! Haha0
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You look lovely! Can tell this was pure hard work.0
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Fabulous results! Way to go on setting your next goal! I'd love to be your mfp friend! You're inspiring!
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you look awesome, congratulations!!!0
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Wow! You look incredible and I can only imagine how good you feel!0
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So amazing and inspirational0
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