Progression 60 lbs down (several pics)

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  • clandrum84
    clandrum84 Posts: 71 Member
    disasterman wrote: »
    Fantastic work! Way to stay in it for the long term.

    Thank you! This is the longest I have ever pushed myself for something I want. I am finally to the point where I enjoy exercising.
  • clandrum84
    clandrum84 Posts: 71 Member
    Also, I just wanted to throw this out there, I am a migraine sufferer. I have been dealing with migraines for many many years now. I am finally to the point with my weight loss and health where I am working to get off all medicines that I take daily. 1) Blood pressure med taken twice a day 2) cholesterol medicine 3) migraine medicine.

    In the past year I was put on a secondary blood pressure medicine due to a stressful work environment. With focusing my energy on exercising, I was able to decrease my BP enough to cut out one blood pressure medicine. My hope is that by the end of the year I will be able to stop all medicines. BP and Cholesterol check in November with labwork. Neurology appointment in December (migraines are down from 5-6 per month to now only 1 a month)!

    I hope by keeping this post going that I can continue to help others while helping myself!
  • RandiNoelle
    RandiNoelle Posts: 374 Member
    Wonderful job! You look incredible! You should be very proud of the progress you've made. :smile:
  • clandrum84
    clandrum84 Posts: 71 Member
    Thank you @RandiNoelle
  • NancyCaz61
    NancyCaz61 Posts: 136 Member
    You are truly an inspiration and you look FABULOUS!! I actually love that you haven't given up the foods you love...I think it's unrealistic to think that we'll never have another soda or a slice of pizza ever again! You are doing amazing things for yourself and your beautiful family! Keep up the great work! :):):)
  • sharkey5899
    sharkey5899 Posts: 7 Member
    edited September 2016
    clandrum84 wrote: »
    sharkey5899 wrote: »
    You are truly inspiring. My husband and I started our weight loss journey together 2 months ago and we have a combined weight loss of 55 lbs! We have cut out carbs and are eating clean and lean. We've never felt more motivated! I was where you were and you have given me hope that I can be as successful, I just need to be patient. Thank you for sharing!

    Wow. It's really strange for me to hear someone say that "I inspire them". I have started this journey so many times and have failed and given up so many times. This time has been so different for me though. I never told myself I couldn't have something. I never set an end goal or expected goal. It took me 12 years to gain 120lbs and I certainly never expected to lost 1/2 that in less than a year. It's mindblowing to me. I am no where near any kind of end result. I have no idea what eating clean and lean means. My starting focus was cardio cardio cardio and staying under my calorie goal. I am trying to learn more about foods as I go along.

    For someone who has eaten so horribly her whole life, is there anything that you can recommend as a small starting point for me?

    Carbs are the enemy for my husband particularly so we have drastically reduced the carb intake. We also choose lean cuts of meat, limit fat (not eliminate) and count calories. We have eaten whole foods, not a lot of processed food over the last 10 years so cutting out junk wasn't too hard, although I do miss chips! Our problem is/was portion control, eating too many carbs and eating when bored. Eating the way we are now the cravings are almost non-existent. It helps that I am a very good cook so I do work hard at actually preparing real food and meal planning. I make things like turkey chili (no beans!) for lunch but I portion out and freeze them so it's easy to grab and go.
    One thing we need to start doing is to get moving. I think we've just needed to adopt this new way of living and then add another step that will aid in weight loss. Slow and steady is my motto and like you we didn't gain all of this weight in a year it's not going to come off that quickly. I hope this helps you and I look forward to seeing more of your great progress! Cheers!
  • clandrum84
    clandrum84 Posts: 71 Member
    NancyCaz61 wrote: »
    You are truly an inspiration and you look FABULOUS!! I actually love that you haven't given up the foods you love...I think it's unrealistic to think that we'll never have another soda or a slice of pizza ever again! You are doing amazing things for yourself and your beautiful family! Keep up the great work! :):):)

    Thank you! One thing I have consistently said to myself was "if you think you are going to eliminate something, ask yourself if you can honestly spend the rest of your life not eating that one thing". If I can't say yes to that question then I won't eliminate it! Like pop, tea, pizza, chips... whatever it is.. I can't honestly say that I will go the rest of my life and NOT eat those things, so I have continued to eat what I want but just watch portion sizes and eat in moderation!
  • solieco1
    solieco1 Posts: 1,559 Member
    Congratulations on all your hard work! Every good choice is really showing - you look beautiful.
  • clandrum84
    clandrum84 Posts: 71 Member
    solieco1 wrote: »
    Congratulations on all your hard work! Every good choice is really showing - you look beautiful.

    :blush: thank you!
  • clandrum84
    clandrum84 Posts: 71 Member
    MFP has been super supportive and helpful in my mission. Just finished 3 miles with my best friend.
  • Kassi81
    Kassi81 Posts: 11 Member
    You look amazing, and I bet you feel even better! Do you mind if I ask how tall you are?
  • clandrum84
    clandrum84 Posts: 71 Member
    Kassi81 wrote: »
    You look amazing, and I bet you feel even better! Do you mind if I ask how tall you are?

    Hey! Thank you and yes I feel a ton better! More energy most of the time! I am 5'9".
  • DanerTee
    DanerTee Posts: 263 Member
    I can't believe the difference that 60lbs made! Keep at it, I can't wait to see you at the end of your journey!
  • Syneea
    Syneea Posts: 451 Member
    Awww one of those, SO PROUD OF HER, moments, even though I don't know you! lol The change is just remarkable already..sounds like outside AND inside. :-)
  • armywifenmomof3
    armywifenmomof3 Posts: 5 Member
    Amazing
  • melissaandemma
    melissaandemma Posts: 9 Member
    Unbelievable! It's amazing when you see that's the process is so simple and we just never did it. I'm down about 12 lbs and have no desire to stop. Congrats to you. I'm going to do what you've done!!!!
  • flowerhouse
    flowerhouse Posts: 140 Member
    clandrum84 wrote: »
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    Face picture from a recent wedding. Need to find something to compare it with.

    You look amazing , well done - you look so much younger - as a Scots woman - I love love your red hair

  • pigelet
    pigelet Posts: 37 Member
    Kudos on beginning!
  • clandrum84
    clandrum84 Posts: 71 Member
    DanerTee wrote: »
    I can't believe the difference that 60lbs made! Keep at it, I can't wait to see you at the end of your journey!

    Thank you so much. Definitely going to keep at it. Been feeling a little lack of motivation but have to pick myself up and move! Thank you for the encouragement.
  • clandrum84
    clandrum84 Posts: 71 Member
    Syneea wrote: »
    Awww one of those, SO PROUD OF HER, moments, even though I don't know you! lol The change is just remarkable already..sounds like outside AND inside. :-)

    Wow thank you! It's amazing how someone's remark like yours can boost someone's self confidence. I'm hit a plateau and am struggling to fight my way through it. I will get back at it though. These comments are helping fuel me again!!!
  • clandrum84
    clandrum84 Posts: 71 Member
    melissaandemma wrote: »
    Unbelievable! It's amazing when you see that's the process is so simple and we just never did it. I'm down about 12 lbs and have no desire to stop. Congrats to you. I'm going to do what you've done!!!!

    Thank you. Feel free to add me if you'd like. Im always looking for encouragement and friends to motivate and keep me motivated.
  • clandrum84
    clandrum84 Posts: 71 Member
    flowerhouse wrote: »
    clandrum84 wrote: »
    ei5a9saib3xn.jpeg

    Face picture from a recent wedding. Need to find something to compare it with.

    You look amazing , well done - you look so much younger - as a Scots woman - I love love your red hair

    Thank you. I was blessed with two red headed babies. My 5 year old and 2 year old both have red hair!!!
  • Nightmare_Queen88
    Nightmare_Queen88 Posts: 304 Member
    Congratulations! You look amazing. :)
  • clandrum84
    clandrum84 Posts: 71 Member
    Nightmare_Queen88 wrote: »
    Congratulations! You look amazing. :)

    Thanks!!!
  • clandrum84
    clandrum84 Posts: 71 Member
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    My daughter and I just finished 7 miles on the bike!
  • clandrum84
    clandrum84 Posts: 71 Member
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  • kjurassic
    kjurassic Posts: 571 Member
    Great job! You are learning a lot about what works for you. I feel the same way...It's unrealistic to see myself eliminating a food/foods forever and for me, that kind of deprivation spurs binges. Luckily, I'm the type that can stop at 10 chips or be happy with 1/4 bar of chocolate. Congratulations. You look amazing! If you have a chance, try to participate in the "Color Run" 5K if it is in your area - it's really fun and kid/pet friendly. (You can also walk it.)
  • clandrum84
    clandrum84 Posts: 71 Member
    kjurassic wrote: »
    Great job! You are learning a lot about what works for you. I feel the same way...It's unrealistic to see myself eliminating a food/foods forever and for me, that kind of deprivation spurs binges. Luckily, I'm the type that can stop at 10 chips or be happy with 1/4 bar of chocolate. Congratulations. You look amazing! If you have a chance, try to participate in the "Color Run" 5K if it is in your area - it's really fun and kid/pet friendly. (You can also walk it.)

    Thank you. I DEFINITELY want to find a color run! And a bubble run! Even if I walk!
  • katielynn107
    katielynn107 Posts: 58 Member
    What an amazing job- can't wait to see the pics from the rest of your journey! Super motivational.
  • Laurie6578
    Laurie6578 Posts: 154 Member
    You go girl!!! Enjoy your life and your kids. You will never regret the effort it takes to make yourself healthier for them!!!

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