Getting close to goal.. Pics
JacksMom12
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I'm on my phone trying to do this, so I have no clue if it will work. Excuse my gross no-make up/post workout self.
I gained 80+ lbs while pregnant so I have quite a few stretch marks. The first one was in July.. 2 months postpartum and 160ish pounds and the second one is last weekend (7.5 months postpartum and 128ish pounds. I eat as clean as possible (very tight budget) . I eat around 115-180 grams of protein a day and usually under 100 grams of carbs (or more sometimes- I'm not a strict carb counter by any means). I started with 30 day shred a few times a week, but had joint problems and it was very hard... Eventually it got easy though. Now I'm doing a hybrid of Ripped in 30 with p90x (on day 30). I need to get some heavier weights when I can afford them. I can't afford any kind of gym membership... So I've made the best out of what I can afford. I borrowed p90x and got the JM DVDs on amazon. I work and have a difficult 7.5 month old. There are times when I want to nap during the 45 mins he goes down for a nap, but I find the time and strength to work out. It's been hard finding time but I make myself a priority and find a way to do it. It's hard with a job and a baby but I do what I can and keep pushing myself further. 5 months ago I couldn't even do one push up. If you read my profile... I have dealt with my fair share of battles and deamons. I am proud to finally be healthy! I want to build more muscle and start lifting heavier in the future. Anyways, thanks for letting me share!
I gained 80+ lbs while pregnant so I have quite a few stretch marks. The first one was in July.. 2 months postpartum and 160ish pounds and the second one is last weekend (7.5 months postpartum and 128ish pounds. I eat as clean as possible (very tight budget) . I eat around 115-180 grams of protein a day and usually under 100 grams of carbs (or more sometimes- I'm not a strict carb counter by any means). I started with 30 day shred a few times a week, but had joint problems and it was very hard... Eventually it got easy though. Now I'm doing a hybrid of Ripped in 30 with p90x (on day 30). I need to get some heavier weights when I can afford them. I can't afford any kind of gym membership... So I've made the best out of what I can afford. I borrowed p90x and got the JM DVDs on amazon. I work and have a difficult 7.5 month old. There are times when I want to nap during the 45 mins he goes down for a nap, but I find the time and strength to work out. It's been hard finding time but I make myself a priority and find a way to do it. It's hard with a job and a baby but I do what I can and keep pushing myself further. 5 months ago I couldn't even do one push up. If you read my profile... I have dealt with my fair share of battles and deamons. I am proud to finally be healthy! I want to build more muscle and start lifting heavier in the future. Anyways, thanks for letting me share!
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amazing!! you look so petite!!! beautiful!!!!!!! and the no make up part?? woman should try that more often,,,,lol had a niece, she had to put make up on to go bnuy a pint of milk,,sad sad sad,,,hahahaha
anyway,,congrads,,,,,,,,,,,,,, very well done! and most of all, very inspring0 -
Wow! you are such an inspiration! Great job on working with what u have and making such great progress! It is amazaing what will power can do! Keep up the great work!0
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You look terrific! Great job on all your hard work!0
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Congrats!!!!0
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Amazing0
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WOW!! That's amazing!0
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Wow, good work on everything really. Life and fitness!!0
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you look amazing! i just started my weight loss journey. i have two small children ages 2 and 5 months and really want to, well, look like you i guess!! i am around 155lbs right now and my goal is 125 right now...that may change once i reach it. i, too, am doing 30 day shred....how long did you do it for??? how many times a week??? looks like we kinda have similar body types and babies and all so just looking to get more details on how you did it! thanks0
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Great Job... You look awsome0
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you look amazing! i just started my weight loss journey. i have two small children ages 2 and 5 months and really want to, well, look like you i guess!! i am around 155lbs right now and my goal is 125 right now...that may change once i reach it. i, too, am doing 30 day shred....how long did you do it for??? how many times a week??? looks like we kinda have similar body types and babies and all so just looking to get more details on how you did it! thanks
I did 30 day shed a few times a week with some brisk walks a couple times a week too for about 4 months, because it was all I had. It took me awhile to master each level. I know that's not the "traditional" way of doing it, but it's all good. You can add me if you want. I have a really good circle of mommy friends on here with babies that were born around the same time.0 -
Wow! You look incredible!
Personally, if I were you, I'd ditch any attempts to lose any more weight and just focus on your fitness. It's obviously working for you!0 -
I'm on my phone trying to do this, so I have no clue if it will work. Excuse my gross no-make up/post workout self.
I gained 80+ lbs while pregnant so I have quite a few stretch marks. The first one was in July.. 2 months postpartum and 160ish pounds and the second one is last weekend (7.5 months postpartum and 128ish pounds. I eat as clean as possible (very tight budget) . I eat around 115-180 grams of protein a day and usually under 100 grams of carbs (or more sometimes- I'm not a strict carb counter by any means). I started with 30 day shred a few times a week, but had joint problems and it was very hard... Eventually it got easy though. Now I'm doing a hybrid of Ripped in 30 with p90x (on day 30). I need to get some heavier weights when I can afford them. I can't afford any kind of gym membership... So I've made the best out of what I can afford. I borrowed p90x and got the JM DVDs on amazon. I work and have a difficult 7.5 month old. There are times when I want to nap during the 45 mins he goes down for a nap, but I find the time and strength to work out. It's been hard finding time but I make myself a priority and find a way to do it. It's hard with a job and a baby but I do what I can and keep pushing myself further. 5 months ago I couldn't even do one push up. If you read my profile... I have dealt with my fair share of battles and deamons. I am proud to finally be healthy! I want to build more muscle and start lifting heavier in the future. Anyways, thanks for letting me share!0 -
OMG!! You look FABULOUS!!!!!! As a friend I have been seeing all the heard work you are doing! Very proud of you!0
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wow, you look amazing!! well done!0
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Awesome.0
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WOW!!! Great job! You look awesome!!!! Dont get too skinny!0
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Let me just say there is nothing at all gross about your post-workout self... you look damn hot! :glasses:0
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for all those people out there who say they don't have time to exercise or can't afford to get fit, they should read your story! anything is possible. good for you. hard work pays off and the acheivement and reward are all yours.0
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You look amazing!!! And your story! OMG! Way to work with what you have girl! good job!0
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It looks like you got rid of your stretchmarks! Did you or how did that work?0
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Thanks everyone! It means a lot to me, and the support here is amazing. I love my MFP family0
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It looks like you got rid of your stretchmarks! Did you or how did that work?
They are still there but have faded a lot with time. I think maybe all the core/ab work has helped everything"snap" back a little. I still have stretch marks on my hips, lower stomach, breasts, and legs but they are getting much much lighter.0 -
Faaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaantastic work! I'm so happy that the internet stars aligned and you saw my post when I first joined MFP - you have really helped me stay motivated and on track, and these pictures keep reinforcing that it will all happen in due time for me as well!
YAYAYAYAYAY!0 -
You look great! Well done.0
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Thank you for sharing! You look great!0
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great job!0
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You look terrific. Congratulations.0
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i wish there was a thumbs up icon...:D0
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Wooow!!! You look amaaazing!!! You are living proof that a successful journey is not about personal trainers, gym memberships or expensive diet plans. It is about how you prioritise you and how badly you want it, even when life and all it's inevitable curve balls are thrown at us. You are an inspiration 0
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