Wearing a bikini for the first time in my life, nsv

becbo22
becbo22 Posts: 283 Member
edited June 2016 in Success Stories
Hey guys! I just wanted to share with you a HUGE nsv I've recently experienced. I have lost almost 75 pounds, and last week, I bought my first bikini ever. And the best part? I LOVE it! My entire life I have been overweight or obese, and while I still have about 45 pounds to lose, I am thrilled and so proud to have the confidence to wear this bikini this summer.

Here's a before picture, the bandages are from gallbladder surgery. My weight here was 302 pounds.

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And here is a picture of my bikini. My current weight is 227.4. I am 5'11".

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  • cathipa
    cathipa Posts: 2,991 Member
    Congrats! Now go out there and rock that body on the beach!
  • FatimaStartsAllOver
    FatimaStartsAllOver Posts: 301 Member
    Good for you. I'm still to chicken to do it and I'm 218 5'10
  • jessiethe3rd
    jessiethe3rd Posts: 239 Member
    You dont look 224 (I am 224!!). Way to go!!
  • Syneea
    Syneea Posts: 451 Member
    Shocking after! Great job!!
  • Cheesy567
    Cheesy567 Posts: 1,186 Member
    Your confidence shines through!! Way to go!!
  • erockem
    erockem Posts: 278 Member
    227lbs? I would have guessed 160's. You look fantastic.
  • Heartisalonelyhunter
    Heartisalonelyhunter Posts: 786 Member
    You look great! I am wearing a bikini today too. For years I didn't wear one until I realized that life is too short not to feel the sun on your belly
  • MlleKelly
    MlleKelly Posts: 356 Member
    Adorable suit and tats! Work it, girl ;)
  • huntersmom2016
    huntersmom2016 Posts: 185 Member
    I wouldn't have guessed 302 in the before pic and your stomach is so flat to still be over 200!! You rock!
  • 2011rocket3touring
    2011rocket3touring Posts: 1,346 Member
    227? You sure there isn't a cement bag on that scale? You look amazing!
  • becbo22
    becbo22 Posts: 283 Member
    huntersmom2016 wrote: »
    I wouldn't have guessed 302 in the before pic and your stomach is so flat to still be over 200!! You rock!

    I actually had a tummy tuck after losing the first 50 pounds because I had a big apron of skin hanging down. That's one of the reasons it's so flat :D lol
  • becbo22
    becbo22 Posts: 283 Member
    Heartisalonelyhunter wrote: »
    You look great! I am wearing a bikini today too. For years I didn't wear one until I realized that life is too short not to feel the sun on your belly

    Rock it girl!
  • becbo22
    becbo22 Posts: 283 Member
    erockem wrote: »
    227lbs? I would have guessed 160's. You look fantastic.

    I wish I was 160 lol. My goal weight is 180.
  • Sarc_Warrior
    Sarc_Warrior Posts: 430 Member
    Wow
  • JeromeBarry1
    JeromeBarry1 Posts: 10,179 Member
    I do solemnly swear I shall never swear a Speedo.
  • solieco1
    solieco1 Posts: 1,559 Member
    Absolutely Fantastic!
  • viren19890
    viren19890 Posts: 778 Member
    daymnn! I wish there was a whistle emoticon ..oh well *whistles*
  • 2011rocket3touring
    2011rocket3touring Posts: 1,346 Member
    becbo22 wrote: »
    actually had a tummy tuck after losing the first 50 pounds because I had a big apron of skin hanging down. That's one of the reasons it's so flat :D lol

    How was it?
    Expensive? Recovery time?

    Last time I lost weight (80 lbs) had a grotesque amount of skin left and thought about treating myself to that type of surgery.
  • becbo22
    becbo22 Posts: 283 Member
    viren19890 wrote: »
    daymnn! I wish there was a whistle emoticon ..oh well *whistles*

    Lol thank you.
  • becbo22
    becbo22 Posts: 283 Member
    2011rocket3touring wrote: »
    becbo22 wrote: »
    actually had a tummy tuck after losing the first 50 pounds because I had a big apron of skin hanging down. That's one of the reasons it's so flat :D lol

    How was it?
    Expensive? Recovery time?

    Last time I lost weight (80 lbs) had a grotesque amount of skin left and thought about treating myself to that type of surgery.

    Yes it was expensive and insurance usually will not cover it. I was able to start light exercise after 6 weeks of down time. I got an infection and that may have slowed my recovery time. It was all totally worth it though. I love my new tummy!
  • lisahebert186
    lisahebert186 Posts: 736 Member
    Congrats, you look amazing.
  • nowine4me
    nowine4me Posts: 3,985 Member
    Cute suit and you look amazing in it.
  • deluxmary2000
    deluxmary2000 Posts: 981 Member
    Get it, girl!! You look amazing. I'm 5'11" as well and know how much it sucks to try to find a one-piece swimsuit that doesn't give you a massive wedgie, so it must be a relief to be able to rock that bikini!
  • suruda
    suruda Posts: 1,233 Member
    nice job! You look awesome! Enjoy your bikini! I also got a tummy tuck after I lost 50 or so lbs...best money I ever spent and wish I had done it 10 years earlier! BUT...it is a hard recovery and painful surgery!
  • becbo22
    becbo22 Posts: 283 Member
    deluxmary2000 wrote: »
    Get it, girl!! You look amazing. I'm 5'11" as well and know how much it sucks to try to find a one-piece swimsuit that doesn't give you a massive wedgie, so it must be a relief to be able to rock that bikini!

    Yes lol. One piece suits were NOT made for tall girls haha
  • Heartisalonelyhunter
    Heartisalonelyhunter Posts: 786 Member
    becbo22 wrote: »
    deluxmary2000 wrote: »
    Get it, girl!! You look amazing. I'm 5'11" as well and know how much it sucks to try to find a one-piece swimsuit that doesn't give you a massive wedgie, so it must be a relief to be able to rock that bikini!

    Yes lol. One piece suits were NOT made for tall girls haha

    Amen. Camel toes are not a good summer look. And tankinis always ride up. All of which points to the fact bikinis are the best option!
  • koeitjiesa
    koeitjiesa Posts: 396 Member
    Awesome job!!
  • andrewgrainger242
    andrewgrainger242 Posts: 13 Member
    Wow that is an amazing achievement well done you!
  • cherierickard
    cherierickard Posts: 13 Member
    Go you. You look amazing well done.
  • elephant2mouse
    elephant2mouse Posts: 906 Member
    You look 10 years younger! Amazing!!!! :)

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