60 Days Down, Small Goal Achieved!

cchapa08
cchapa08 Posts: 20 Member
in Success Stories
60 days ago to the day, I embarked on a new journey. This journey was for me to not only lose weight but for so much more. I am becoming healthy, active, fit and most importantly...happy. My goal was to lose 30 lbs in 60 days before I went on a trip to Florida. I leave for that trip tonight and I can happily say that I have reached that goal (-30.2 lbs) and I am proud of that. It hasn't been easy and it will only get harder, but I am finally doing this. This is something I have tried and failed so many times...not this time. This is a life change. I am going to celebrate for a week and may gain a lb or two on my vacation, but ah well. I can lose it when I am back. These side by side photos show the difference so far. The only place I have seen much change is in the face....but notice this. My smile. I am happier. I feel like I look so much better just because my smile is genuine. Happiness is worth this battle!

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  • juliegilburd
    juliegilburd Posts: 145 Member
    AWESOME job, keep up the great work, and enjoy your vacation!! There is definitely a difference in the face!
  • cchapa08
    cchapa08 Posts: 20 Member
    Thank you very much @juliegilburd :)
  • Ty_Floyd
    Ty_Floyd Posts: 102 Member
    Great work. Definitely see the difference. I expect you'll be getting all kinds of questions about how and what and how much and how much more...
  • RoseTheWarrior
    RoseTheWarrior Posts: 2,035 Member
    Good work so far!
  • lisahebert186
    lisahebert186 Posts: 736 Member
    Awesome. Have a great vacation.
  • cchapa08
    cchapa08 Posts: 20 Member
    Thank you @RoseTheWarrior and @lisahebert186 ! I appreciate it!
  • shamara1925
    shamara1925 Posts: 24 Member
    Looking good!!
  • mittenswillet
    mittenswillet Posts: 697 Member
    killer job! it shows that your hard work has payed off! Would love to add you as a friend, as I'm only into my first month and love motivating others and getting motivation myself!
  • TBird135
    TBird135 Posts: 43 Member
    Awesome job! You look great!
  • cchapa08
    cchapa08 Posts: 20 Member
    Thank you very much @shamara1925

    @kittygonzalez3511 , feel free to add me! I would be glad to have you as a MFP friend and good luck in your journey!

    @TBird135 - Thank you so much! :) All of this encouragement is so nice!
  • DeviatedNorm
    DeviatedNorm Posts: 422 Member
    That was not a small goal at all! Great job on meeting this goal, have a fantastic time on your vacation and we'll be waiting for your return!
  • smkondy
    smkondy Posts: 583 Member
    Excellent work!! I am so glad that you are happy because that is what counts the most!! Keep it up-you will hit your goal :)
  • juanitagardner07
    juanitagardner07 Posts: 43 Member
    You look great!! Keep up the good work and enjoy your vacation!!!
  • cchapa08
    cchapa08 Posts: 20 Member
    Thanks @DeviatedNorm - I have never really been very active in the MFP community, but all of these responses and support might make me want to become more so involved :)

    Thank you so much @smkondy . It is very much appreciated. I will not stop until I do hit it.

    Thank you @juanitagardner07 . I will enjoy it!!!
  • valerievaladez
    valerievaladez Posts: 21 Member
    My wellness coach told me if i eat an adequAte amount of protein every day and keep my skin moisturized i will have little to no saggy skin.
    Congratulations!!!
  • cchapa08
    cchapa08 Posts: 20 Member
    @valerievaladez - Good tip! I need to moisturize more often. Thank you for that advice!
  • susi819
    susi819 Posts: 50 Member
    Amazing job! Keep it up and enjoy your trip to Florida! ;)
  • msanc095
    msanc095 Posts: 20 Member
    WOW! Great job! You can definitely see the difference in your face. It definitely takes a lot of will power to lose 30lbs in 60 days; keep up the good work!
  • nowine4me
    nowine4me Posts: 3,985 Member
    Willpower + Water = Magic. Nice job!
  • Lorilynn_37
    Lorilynn_37 Posts: 87 Member
    You only used walking as your exercise?
    I'm new to this and if I knew getting up and walking each morning would help that's amazing.. You can add me if you'd like. I would like the encouragement
  • cchapa08
    cchapa08 Posts: 20 Member
    @susi819 - Thank you very much! I will enjoy it!

    @msanc095 - Thank you, it has not been easy, but I have set my mind to it and I refuse to fail.

    @nowine4me - YES! :)

    @lorilynn33 - Yes, I get up and walk every morning. I notice that I actually see better results when I walk in the morning vs walking in the evenings. I started walking .5 miles and worked my way up to where I have been walking 3 the last couple of weeks. It gets easier and more enjoyable. I look forward to adding even more, or two walks a day when I get back.
  • Lorilynn_37
    Lorilynn_37 Posts: 87 Member
    Since you walk so early do you eat breakfast before or after your walk. I seen you drink lots of water too. I may give it a try!
    Thanks!
  • jencook1969
    jencook1969 Posts: 25 Member
    WOW! Big difference! I'm 49 days in, 21.6 pounds down. I'm losing around my waist and hips first, can't wait to see a change in my face! Great job!!!! I have 79 pounds to go...
  • cchapa08
    cchapa08 Posts: 20 Member
    @lorilynn33 - I go for a walk first thing, then come home and get ready for work, then eat breakfast. Definitely give it a try! Everything is worth a try!

    @jencook1969 - Thank you very much. Hang in there and keep on keeping on! You will see results, it just takes time and everyone loses in different spots. It just depends on you. Just don't give up! :)
  • MWALTERS6
    MWALTERS6 Posts: 2 Member
    Excellent job! You look terrific!
  • stelloian
    stelloian Posts: 51 Member
    Whoah! There is definitely a difference. You look pretty fantastic!

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