finally under 200 pounds and no longer diabetic!

maggiepz
maggiepz Posts: 141 Member
in Success Stories
I know that's it's minimal compared to most of these stories but I was so happy this morning that I couldn't stop crying. I've lost 29 pounds since Jan 28th and I'm finally under 200 pounds, at 198. There's something about that number that REALLY bothered me. There's not much difference between 198 and 200 logically but emotionally for me there's miles of difference. It's been hard since I'm 55yo and I have a lot of health problems and I HATE to sweat. Zumba makes sweating fun and I've been walking a lot. I had eye surgery and can't swim for a month but when I was doing water fitness it really helped my spine issues.

I've cut all starchy and sugary carbs and gone lowcarb making sure what carbs I do eat have high nutritional but low glycemic index values. I cut all processed foods except for limited dairy. I had metabolic syndrome. Now I'm no longer diabetic and I've cut my astronomical triglycerides in half. I had pretty much sub-basement levels of Vit D despite supplementation and now I'm just under low normal. I suffered from CFS and fibromyalgia. Some days I still struggle but they have a minimal effect on my life now.

I have enough enough energy and finally made it under 200 so I'm treating myself to a retro-look Schwinn cruiser style bicycle so that I can now go riding with my grandchildren! Unfortunately it's on back order but I finally earned it darn it!

I still have a ways to go, I'd like to get down to at least 140-150 but since I hit my magic number all things seem possible.
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  • DMRN0125
    DMRN0125 Posts: 87
    Congratulations!!! No achievement is ever minimal...you stuck to it and have reached your first milestone. More importantly, your organs are much happier I am sure =)
  • Briaboo4
    Briaboo4 Posts: 1,080 Member
    That's a huge success!! Great job!!! :)
  • silvergurl518
    silvergurl518 Posts: 4,123 Member
    this makes me really happy. you are amazing! now that's a LIFESTYLE change! that's what i love about MFP. no diets. LIFESTYLE CHANGES, BABY!
  • saugonda1
    saugonda1 Posts: 145 Member
    THAT IS WONDERFUL!!!!:happy:
  • Eleisabelle
    Eleisabelle Posts: 365
    It may not seem like it's as great a story as the others here, but I beg to differ.

    CONGRATULATIONS on your success! Yes, you earned it, and you should be proud!
  • Lefty634
    Lefty634 Posts: 56
    I think that is a great sucess and congrats on the diabieties. Be proud of yourself!
  • hanna6774
    hanna6774 Posts: 225
    Brilliant! 199 is my first goal. I can hardly wait! Keep up the good work!:flowerforyou:
  • micheleboone
    micheleboone Posts: 47
    Amazing! Keep up the good work!
  • Jerseygirl02
    Jerseygirl02 Posts: 50
    Congrat's , that's amazing! Keep it up.
  • sophjakesmom
    sophjakesmom Posts: 904 Member
    That is a great achievement!
  • Serah87
    Serah87 Posts: 5,481 Member
    Congrats to you!!!! :flowerforyou: On Monday I finally hit below 200!!! :wink:
  • terrasetalyn
    terrasetalyn Posts: 1
    Congrates!!! I can't wait for the day i can say that!!
  • Epetrovitch
    Epetrovitch Posts: 67 Member
    FANTASTIC! Keep up the good work!
  • ck1416
    ck1416 Posts: 154 Member
    Congratulations! Thank you for sharing your story. You have obviously worked hard and it has paid off. I hope I can do the same!!!
  • mphlab
    mphlab Posts: 187 Member
    Good for you ! So happy for you and we sound in somewhat similar situations. I am 44 but I cannot exercise much because I had a stroke & am paralyzed on one side. I have lost 23 pounds since January and have 50 + to go. I am 207 now but am really looking forward to the goals of being 1)below 200 as well as 2)going from "obese" to "overweight" at around 179-180 pounds since I am around 5'5". Best of luck & friend me if you want!
    Lynn
  • katejkelley
    katejkelley Posts: 839 Member
    That is so awesome! You've not only lost weight to look and feel better - but you have significantly improved your health! I would not call this a minimal success - I think it's huge! Congratulations and keep up the great work!
  • britexmom
    britexmom Posts: 145
    well done....its a great achievement :) enjoy your new bike and your grandbabies :)
  • Jade17694
    Jade17694 Posts: 584 Member
    You've done amazing. Well bluddy done! :D
  • DIVIN3_B3AUTY
    DIVIN3_B3AUTY Posts: 17
    CONGRATS TO YOU!!! YOU HAVE MORE THAN EARNED IT, YOU ARE A GREAT INSPIRATION!!!! :smile:
  • amanda52488
    amanda52488 Posts: 260 Member
    Congrats! That is an amazing achievment!
  • jenbunboo
    jenbunboo Posts: 90 Member
    Fantastic job! I didn't realize how big a deal getting under 200 was until I did it myself just a couple weeks ago. Having 2 not be the first number on my scale in the morning was great! I smile every day still when I see that. That change and shrinking pants sizes are natural highs that keep me going for weeks.

    Now I can't wait until the second number on the scale isn't a 9!
  • graciemom828
    graciemom828 Posts: 70
    You rock! I am almost 60 and it seems there are fewer of us "older" folks and it is harder once you get older - you should give yourself a huge pat on the back - buy yourself something pretty. Super congrats!!! :smile:
  • shirleycottrell
    shirleycottrell Posts: 21 Member
    Congratulations! I am 67 and just went under 200. I also am diabetic and just dropped my A1c from 9.7 to 6.7. Feels great and I know the work itbtakes. It isn't just a small thing.
  • v_addison
    v_addison Posts: 114 Member
    I remember the first time I saw those magical 100's on the scale and had the very same response as you did. You're right, there are miles of difference from 200 to 198 and you need to celebrate every minute you worked to get there. Way to go girl!
  • j77r68
    j77r68 Posts: 271 Member
    WAY TO GO !!! hope you get to go cruisin' really soon with the grandkids !! :flowerforyou:
  • spudlovie
    spudlovie Posts: 56 Member
    Amazing !! Woohoo for no more Diabetes :)
  • Sunbeam0904
    Sunbeam0904 Posts: 53 Member
    Congrats! Just saw this and I'm so happy for you!!!!!!!!
  • Prahasaurus
    Prahasaurus Posts: 1,381 Member
    Textbook case of what a low carb diet (plus reduced sugar, reduced process foods, etc.) can do to your body. People are spending a fortune on drugs, when many of their issues can be solved - or at least dramatically reduced - by a proper diet and exercise.

    Fantastic story.

    --Prahasaurus
  • glittersoul
    glittersoul Posts: 666 Member
    Congrats on your success! That is fantastic :)
  • imchicbad
    imchicbad Posts: 1,650 Member
    AMEN! and God bless you. Very Good news, and very inspiring.

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