Yay! I'm Severely Obese!
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OnceAndFutureAthlete
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Meaning my BMI is now <40 (39.9!) and so I'm no longer "morbidly obese" (Class III) and just "severely obese" (Class II).
27 pounds down, [not going to say just yet] pounds to go.
Next stop: just plain Obese! I can't WAIT to be just plain "overweight".
27 pounds down, [not going to say just yet] pounds to go.
Next stop: just plain Obese! I can't WAIT to be just plain "overweight".
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That is awesome!! Keep the course, you are doing fantastic!4
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Congrats on your success I know how it feels I have gone from a 41.5 down to 38!!
I also can't WAIT to be just plain "overweight".8 -
Fantastic! Great outlook, too. I remember when I crossed from obese to overweight, and I'd started out as severely obese - pretty nice milestones. I'll bet your body is thanking you.
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Great job, however I hate those charts!! I have seen times they calculate a toned / fit person as obese... I take it a few pounds to a time. Seems to work best for me, won't give up even if I fall off the wagon for a meal or two. Keep going and do you!3
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Awesome!!! That’s a MAJOR accomplishment!!!5
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lacylucy1935 wrote: »Great job, however I hate those charts!! I have seen times they calculate a toned / fit person as obese... I take it a few pounds to a time. Seems to work best for me, won't give up even if I fall off the wagon for a meal or two. Keep going and do you!
Yeah, agreed. I know there are a lot of shortcomings to BMI calculations and they're not hard-and-fast categories, but they make nice milestones along the road. At least when you're headed DOWN!13 -
For a little more boost, track your BF% w/tape measure. You may be pleasantly surprised. Sometimes BMI doesn't reflect as much change in certain people depending on body shape. BF% can be a great motivator - as little as 3-4 lbs can make a big difference4
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Congratulations! That is great news, keep on doing what you are doing!3
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Fantastic progress! Well done!2
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Congratulations on reaching your milestone!2
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You can do it. I’ve been where you are. I officially crossed from obese to overweight this past weekend. I’m looking at staying overweight and be happy when I hit my mark. About 15 more lbs. Dr actually said not to loose more when I was 30 lbs from the mark. No meds, normal A1C, resting rate in the 40s, size 34 jeans. Keep at it and the benefits will keep on coming in.9
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What a win! ,😃 Way to go!3
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Thanks for the encouragement, everyone. Been below it for a week now, so it wasn't a fluke.
I'll let you know when I'm "obese".7 -
Brilliant! Hot on your heels BMI 40.7 after 15 lb loss! We can do this!6
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I know EXACTLY what you mean! I am down 24.5 pounds and am 2 pounds away from being only "obese class II" instead of morbidly obese. Congratulations--every move in the right direction is progress!10
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Fantastic work! The dedication pays off in the end. Remember these days and keep going strong!3
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Remember you can do it if you want it bad enough1
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Thanks MFP pals.
As of today I'm 32 pounds down and that's 25% to GOAL!!!!
I'm going to stay focused on how far I've come and not how far I have to go.12 -
Little by little, you are saving your own life.
And YOU ARE WORTH IT! We're cheering for you!10 -
I love your goals! What a great way to motivate yourself. Best wishes!!
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