From 485- 199.6 with good ole fashion hard work

IMDABEAST
IMDABEAST Posts: 74 Member
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Today I type this with a tear in my eye. I never thought I would be able to reach this milestone.First, I would like to thank my wife for all her support. On jan 2010, we set out to get healthy.Together my wife and I have lost 410 or so pounds. From the start, I could not believe I let myself get to 485 as in 2002 I had lost weight before and was down to 225. At that time, I viewed it as a diet and not as the lifestyle change I see it as now. People ask me "how did u do it"? I am not going to bs you it is HARD WORK and only you have the power to CHOOSE AND LOSE! My best advice is to take it ONE DAY AT A TIME and YOU WILL SUCCEED! Check out my pics on profile if you would like to. Thanks to all the support for my MFP and add me if you think I would be able to help you on your journey! Good luck! YOU ARE WORTH IT!
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  • SimonIsChanging
    SimonIsChanging Posts: 91 Member
    Awesome man!! MFP Inspirational right here.
  • KMSForLife
    KMSForLife Posts: 577 Member
    Yes, you have been an inspiration. I look forward to seeing the progress that both you and your wife have made! Thank you so much for sharing your journey with me - you do make a difference!
  • maryjay51
    maryjay51 Posts: 742
    what a wonderful accomplishment !!!!! you must feel born again . great story and great work. thanks for sharing with us!
  • Sidesteal
    Sidesteal Posts: 5,510 Member
    WOW!

    Dude, post pics so people can get a concept of just how remarkable 485-199 is. That's incredible.

    Congrats!
  • dorkboi
    dorkboi Posts: 87 Member
    What an amazing story!! Congrats on such a huge loss!! Keep up the good work!
  • jennifer52484
    jennifer52484 Posts: 888 Member
    That is amazing!!! Your strength is tremendous!
  • AmyW125
    AmyW125 Posts: 303 Member
    You have been one of my best friends on here and I'm so happy for you and your wife!!! Hard work pays off!!! Thank you for always being here....you are such an inspiration!!!!!! CONGRATS friend!!!!!!:bigsmile: and one for your wife :flowerforyou:
  • LCunkle83
    LCunkle83 Posts: 179
    That is so great!! It motivates everyone to hear a weight loss story like yours! Way to go!!
  • dtpss188
    dtpss188 Posts: 85
    You are so right about the HARD WORK component. What I say to a lot of folks who ask me about the exercise part is "you have to exercise so you sweat." So many people feel like a stroll is enough. Yes, walking is great, but whatever your exercise mode you have to work hard, push yourself, and require a change of clothes when done.

    Great job, 285 lbs lost is INSANE. Enjoy your new health and vitality.
  • Secret_Agent_007
    Secret_Agent_007 Posts: 1,082
    Incredible! I definately know a little about how the morning of 199 makes you feel. Even though I was only 229 or so ... the day there's a 1 in front is a tearful great morning.

    Congrats brother! Smell the roses along the way.
  • KyleB65
    KyleB65 Posts: 1,196 Member
    Dude you ROCK!!!

    A big congrats to you and your wife!!

    Very inspirational and a great motivator to keep it up!

    All the best on your on going journey.
  • Myslissa
    Myslissa Posts: 760 Member
    Congrats to you and the wife. You guys have done so well.
  • tpittsley77
    tpittsley77 Posts: 607 Member
    Congratulations on such hard work and dedication to yourself. What an inspiration you are to so many, for losing out of hard work, blood, sweat, and tears!
  • ariesldsgal
    ariesldsgal Posts: 73 Member
    You are amazing, great work!
  • PrinnyBomb
    PrinnyBomb Posts: 196 Member
    That is amazing. Congratulations. I have nearly 200lbs to lose and its great to see some reach the end of a massive goal. Kudos. I feel especially motivated now!!!!!
  • qballjr13
    qballjr13 Posts: 174 Member
    That is AMAZING! Congratulations to you...and your wife! Such an increadible accomplishment!
  • frosty73
    frosty73 Posts: 424 Member
    You are AWESOME! Love your pics and your attitude. It's easy to feel sorry for yourself sometimes, especially when you've got a large amount to lose, but you just put on your big boy pants and do it. Proud of you and your wife.
  • slimsteelerfan
    slimsteelerfan Posts: 193 Member
    WOW! You are the beast!!!!!! DAMN! You go! Congrats on the Mrs.'s too! You too look amazing. Now, you can guys can spend MORE time together being HEALTHY and in a right size body!
  • jmedavis1
    jmedavis1 Posts: 13
    AMAZING!!!!
  • peanutbutterz
    peanutbutterz Posts: 74 Member
    This is why i joined MFP... I am so inspired...
  • allisonmrn
    allisonmrn Posts: 721 Member
    WOW....
    Total inspiration!! You make me proud to be on MFP!!!!! :-)
  • znm100
    znm100 Posts: 148
    WOW... congrats... that is awesome!
  • redmamacita
    redmamacita Posts: 43 Member
    that is truly inspirational. congratulations to you and your wife!
  • vanessalillian82
    vanessalillian82 Posts: 350 Member
    Wow, well done - what an inspriation! All the best to you and your wife for your long and healthy futures :)
  • sandybeach11
    sandybeach11 Posts: 198 Member
    Congrats and fantastic job to you and your wife. Very inspiring! Thank you for sharing... Very helpful.
  • DixiedoesMFP
    DixiedoesMFP Posts: 935 Member
    I agree - pics please!

    That is awesome work for both of you!
  • Allie_71
    Allie_71 Posts: 1,063 Member
    Just amazing. You're both dedicated and fantastc :) Bravo!
  • iceqieen
    iceqieen Posts: 862 Member
    wow that is quite an achievement. well done!
  • MAJINTA
    MAJINTA Posts: 13
    That is totally amazing!!! BIG CONGRATS!!!!!
  • Flixie00
    Flixie00 Posts: 1,195 Member
    Amazing, and to do this as a couple, double amazing.

    I think you should change your user name :wink:

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