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Halfway through my 126 pound loss goal ! (pics or it didn't happen)

KayMacJac
KayMacJac Posts: 17 Member
edited November 2024 in Success Stories
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The picture on the left is a year and a half ago, 296 pounds. My goal weight is 170 (my high school weight and a healthy BMI for my height of 5'10"). I'm halfway to my goal with a current weight of 233. Still obese, but feeling so much better!

I know that this second half of my weight loss journey will be much more challenging. No matter if you are starting, in the middle of, or maintaining your goal, I could sure use your help. Please add me so we can support each other. My diary is open and I frequently like/comment :)

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  • LTB1234
    LTB1234 Posts: 38 Member
    edited October 2017
    Amazing progress! Your hard work definitely shows.
  • dietonthego
    dietonthego Posts: 87 Member
    Great job you look amazing!
  • MoonriverDreamer
    MoonriverDreamer Posts: 24 Member
    What a difference already! Congratulations on sticking to it -- it is definitely worth it.
  • amyqatar123
    amyqatar123 Posts: 2 Member
    You look great, I hope you feel the same way too. Thank you for the inspiration!
  • carterbrent
    carterbrent Posts: 91 Member
    Great job. Keep at it no matter what and don't ever stop taking care of yourself.
  • kkein73
    kkein73 Posts: 3 Member
    Great job!
  • michael1976_ca
    michael1976_ca Posts: 3,488 Member
    congrats that is amazing keep it up
  • FatimaStartsAllOver
    FatimaStartsAllOver Posts: 301 Member
    Great progress hi5
  • Jancandoit7
    Jancandoit7 Posts: 356 Member
    It did happen! YOU made it happen! And yep- pictures don't lie- you're doing great-congrats :)
  • keodell1966
    keodell1966 Posts: 141 Member
    Great job!
  • starfruit132
    starfruit132 Posts: 291 Member
    Outstanding progress! Stay strong - you look so healthy!
  • nowine4me
    nowine4me Posts: 3,985 Member
    Great job!
  • 1PoisonIvy
    1PoisonIvy Posts: 933 Member
    Wonderfully done!
  • juanitarochelle2014
    juanitarochelle2014 Posts: 58 Member
    Awesome JOB congrats feel free to add me ;)
  • elly_bean83
    elly_bean83 Posts: 48 Member
    Awesome!! Let's be pals, I am currently around 233lbs also. Maybe we can help motivate each other!!
  • Navallez
    Navallez Posts: 433 Member
    Wow! I want to be able to post something like this..nice job
  • yoshiboshy
    yoshiboshy Posts: 35 Member
    Nice job, inspired
  • LEdmonds2016
    LEdmonds2016 Posts: 139 Member
    That's fantastic! Keep up the momentum!
  • RunStart34
    RunStart34 Posts: 164 Member
    You Got this!! Great job! Any tips?
  • drrndn1
    drrndn1 Posts: 3 Member
    You look great well done!
  • PinkCaribou
    PinkCaribou Posts: 4 Member
    AMAZING journey! Congratulations! :D I've just added you. I'm down to 229 pounds from about 300, and my goal is 150. We can do this! :D
  • Cynthia1066
    Cynthia1066 Posts: 21 Member
    Thanks for sharing your inspiring pictures.
  • KayMacJac
    KayMacJac Posts: 17 Member
    xhuerax wrote: »
    You Got this!! Great job! Any tips?

    I'm certainly no expert, but these few things have helped me:

    -overestimate calories if you are unsure
    -Adjust workout calories to about 75% of what MFP or the exercise machine says
    -to motivate yourself to go to the gym, pick a binge-worthy show and make an ironclad promise to yourself that you can only watch the episodes at the gym

  • hydechildcare
    hydechildcare Posts: 142 Member
    KayMacJac wrote: »
    xhuerax wrote: »
    You Got this!! Great job! Any tips?

    I'm certainly no expert, but these few things have helped me:

    -overestimate calories if you are unsure
    -Adjust workout calories to about 75% of what MFP or the exercise machine says
    -to motivate yourself to go to the gym, pick a binge-worthy show and make an ironclad promise to yourself that you can only watch the episodes at the gym

    I put a treadmill in the living room to watch my shows. Walk/Jog at an incline. Usually with weights. I also have weights in the basement and I have a tv there so I watch a movie while working out. It make me go longer because I want to finish my show.
  • cupiddog321
    cupiddog321 Posts: 3 Member
    Great job
  • SbetaK
    SbetaK Posts: 401 Member
    Wonderful progress! You can do it.

  • Figuredat
    Figuredat Posts: 22 Member
    edited October 2017
    Great job on your journey! Your dedication is paying off. Your health is your wealth and I'm sure you're reaping those benefits. You look awesome.
  • KayMacJac
    KayMacJac Posts: 17 Member
    vimtha8n8pja.jpg

    The side by side shows more progress I think, and it's only a 25 pound difference between these 2 pics
  • Dmunyan2693
    Dmunyan2693 Posts: 31 Member
    You look great, keep up the great work!
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