Down 150 lbs in 18 months!

So, I hit the big -150 lbs last week. Thought I would share a few pics for anyone needing inspiration. Been on this journey 18 months so far. No pills, no surgeries, no diets! Just lifestyle changes. Cut out sodas first, started tracking calories/macros with MFP and incorporated cardio and lifting 3-4 times a week. Started running in July 2015 and can now run 5k's with ease and have advanced to 6-7 days a week in the gym. Never thought I would be someone who would struggle with taking a rest day! This is how I know I have truly changed my lifestyle. Still have about 40-50 lbs to go to get to my goal weight. Just too much weight for my 5'4'' frame. But I will get there this year. Hope this helps someone! Never give up. If I can do it, anyone can do it! #ilostafreakingperson #butgainedsomuchmore

Feel free to add me. My diary is open to friends. :)

~Shelley

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  • gandssmith
    gandssmith Posts: 67 Member
    Congrats!!!! You've done amazing! I totally get the rest day thing and knowing you've changed your lifestyle. I started maybe 3 1/2 yrs ago. Hated working out. Now if I miss a day there's a lot of grumbling going on in my head. It's amazing what you can condition yourself to do. Keep up the great work! You look beautiful!!
  • Fairysoul
    Fairysoul Posts: 1,361 Member
    Nice job! Yup I hate rest days now lol
  • Ladina1990
    Ladina1990 Posts: 137 Member
    AMAZING!! <3
  • AmandaLawter
    AmandaLawter Posts: 55 Member
    Fantastic! Congratulations on your dedication, hard work and overall success. Keep it up! :smile:
  • Rachel0778
    Rachel0778 Posts: 1,701 Member
    WOW! Your transformation is incredible!
  • Joyjas
    Joyjas Posts: 18 Member
    Amazing!!! You look terrific! I have been doing this for about 8 months and have only lost 10 lbs. Your post is very inspiring to me and makes me realize that if I got really serious about this I could lose the weight too. Thanks for inspiring me!
  • Clareel
    Clareel Posts: 22 Member
    edited April 2016
    Amazing, you look fantastic!
  • RoseTheWarrior
    RoseTheWarrior Posts: 2,035 Member
    Wow wow wow!!! Super work!! Keep it up! You're looking fantastic!!
  • jenovatrix
    jenovatrix Posts: 219 Member
    So incredible. You look so much younger and your eyes really pop now!
  • IAmDonaldC
    IAmDonaldC Posts: 14 Member
    Wow! Great transformation. Congratulations!.....You look amazing. Much continued success on your goals!!
  • fitdaisygrrl
    fitdaisygrrl Posts: 139 Member
    WOW! You look awesome and congratulations! Your post is inspiring and goes to show that taking little steps and being consistent really pays off.
  • numbnumbnumb
    numbnumbnumb Posts: 237 Member
    You look fabulous!
  • WithGodICanDoThis
    WithGodICanDoThis Posts: 22 Member
    This did help me today. Thank you for sharing, I hope to share my own story one day!! I have over 100 lbs to lose, also. Never go back!!!!!!!!! :)
  • socajam
    socajam Posts: 2,530 Member
    Truly amazing, thanks for the inspiration, you look wonderful.

    I decided from yesterday to get my butt back in gear, same height as you 5.4.
    Set myself a challenge to exercise for 100 days without stopping, I am on Day 2, but its kicking my butt. Today whilst exercising I was so hungry that I wanted to stop, the old me would have stopped, but the new me, decided to carry on to the end. I am really glad that I had.
    I do realize that it will not be easy, but I am so tired of being over weight and not seeing this double chin, big stomach etc in the mirror looking back at me. Once the weather warms up I plan on starting C25K and looking forward to it.
    May plan is to take one day at a time towards my 100 day challenge which ends in July.
  • canadianbugga
    canadianbugga Posts: 101 Member
    WOW!!! WTG!! You are awesome!!!!
  • cat_phillips
    cat_phillips Posts: 31 Member
    Congrats to fabulous you! Keep up the good work :-).
  • Rowood101
    Rowood101 Posts: 98 Member
    Wow that's fantastic. Nicely done. Just what I needed to keep me motivated. Thank you!!
  • KareninLux
    KareninLux Posts: 1,413 Member
    Your kids are beautiful and so are you!!
  • klkarlen
    klkarlen Posts: 4,366 Member
    Congratulations! And thanks for the inspiration!
  • StacyChrz
    StacyChrz Posts: 865 Member
    You are amazing! Great job changing your life, you really are an inspiration!!
  • luvs2read1979
    luvs2read1979 Posts: 113 Member
    What an inspiration!!! Thanks for posting - I really needed this today. My mantra right now is "Don't eat your feelings, don't eat your feelings."

    I also have the shirt that you're wearing in the bottom picture - the purple one. So in 18 months, I hope to have similar results if I stick to working my plan.
  • SunShineBeastess
    SunShineBeastess Posts: 225 Member
    Congratulations! Truly an inspiration to all. Thanks for sharing and you got the rest of your goal...you are super committed!
  • DebBahr
    DebBahr Posts: 110 Member
    You are beautiful! Thanks for sharing
  • JosieGirl1976
    JosieGirl1976 Posts: 39 Member
    So, I hit the big -150 lbs last week. Thought I would share a few pics for anyone needing inspiration. Been on this journey 18 months so far. No pills, no surgeries, no diets! Just lifestyle changes. Cut out sodas first, started tracking calories/macros with MFP and incorporated cardio and lifting 3-4 times a week. Started running in July 2015 and can now run 5k's with ease and have advanced to 6-7 days a week in the gym. Never thought I would be someone who would struggle with taking a rest day! This is how I know I have truly changed my lifestyle. Still have about 40-50 lbs to go to get to my goal weight. Just too much weight for my 5'4'' frame. But I will get there this year. Hope this helps someone! Never give up. If I can do it, anyone can do it! #ilostafreakingperson #butgainedsomuchmore

    Feel free to add me. My diary is open to friends. :)

    ~Shelley

    yug5iohdlozb.jpg

    vmdn2902nwur.jpg

    4wbbti3jcqbn.jpg

    0cpm9id23b5n.jpg
    bgzhlunhkfvu.jpg

    vrac35la61rp.jpg

    Wow! You are an inspiration! This motivates me to continue. I've started out too just cutting out the soda and have already seen and feel the difference.
  • megbugs
    megbugs Posts: 102 Member
    Awesome! I sent you a friend request :smile: Such an inspiration!!
  • angmarie28
    angmarie28 Posts: 2,885 Member
    that is incredible, and so inspiring. congrats. this is so motivating
  • Breeli0519
    Breeli0519 Posts: 63 Member
    WTG!!!! Congrats!
  • IdLikeToLoseItLoseIt
    IdLikeToLoseItLoseIt Posts: 695 Member
    Fantastic work!
  • curtis_01
    curtis_01 Posts: 1 Member
    Amazing such an inspiration
  • 3171kelly
    3171kelly Posts: 20 Member
    Thank you so much for posting ! This really inspires me to continue! You look amazing. Stand proud ! So Awesome :)
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