Down from a size 18/20 to a size 8 in 6 months!!!!

lauras777
lauras777 Posts: 237 Member
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So I'm not done yet...still have a ways to go actually, but this was a good weekend for shopping NSV's! I've posted before about lower sizes that I've been able to fit into, but this one was a shocker for me! I have just recently been able to shop in the "regular" section in the stores, not the "women's" which was exciting just for that! But when I go to "try" on a new size and see if it actually might fit, I had no idea that I could fit into a size 8 already!! I'm ecstatic!!! :happy:

I started at 217 last year - started MFP at 205 in January, and today I'm at 176.5, still have some pounds to lose, but as far as clothing sizes I couldn't be happier with my progress so far, and looking forward to see where I'll be when I reach my goal weight!!!!!

Definately incentive to keep on keeping on!! :drinker:
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  • ErinBeth7
    ErinBeth7 Posts: 1,625 Member
    Awesome job!! Keep up the good work. You're a good example.
  • MogwaisGrandma
    MogwaisGrandma Posts: 195 Member
    Are you talking UK or US sizes?
  • love9705
    love9705 Posts: 465 Member
    wooohooo W2G!! Congrats and keep up the great work.
  • lauras777
    lauras777 Posts: 237 Member
    US sizes.
  • juliedozier
    juliedozier Posts: 184 Member
    Amazing! Great job! I recently had my first experience shopping NOT IN THE PLUS SIZE and it's very exciting! I think I could fit into smaller sizes if I could budge the roll off my tummy ... ickkk.
  • rcclcruiser
    rcclcruiser Posts: 98 Member
    Inspiring!
  • Curvimami
    Curvimami Posts: 1,851 Member
    Great NSV!!! Congrats!!!
  • Ilovedrinkingtea
    Ilovedrinkingtea Posts: 597 Member
    How did you do it?
  • DargoMack
    DargoMack Posts: 75 Member
    Congrats! Isn't that a great feeling? Did you do a little dance in the fitting room?
  • lauras777
    lauras777 Posts: 237 Member
    That dang tummy is my problem too! :grumble: Hoping it will disappear soon!!! :wink:
  • FavorKreations
    FavorKreations Posts: 2
    Congratulations!!! That is awesome!!!
  • lauras777
    lauras777 Posts: 237 Member
    How did you do it?

    Just sticking to my calories (I've been set at 1200 since I started) and exercise 6 days a week....nothing crazy, either walking/jogging/ or eliptical. Most of the time I did it for an hour, but sometimes just half an hour.
  • katejkelley
    katejkelley Posts: 839 Member
    Congratulations! There is nothing more fun than going shopping and having to go to the smaller sections!
  • lauras777
    lauras777 Posts: 237 Member
    Congrats! Isn't that a great feeling? Did you do a little dance in the fitting room?

    Why yes, I did!! Were you watching me? :laugh:
  • tmauck4472
    tmauck4472 Posts: 1,785 Member
    Wow, so very awesome. I'm so impressed :)
  • steelersfamily6
    steelersfamily6 Posts: 138 Member
    You must be pretty tall. I started at 212.6 & I am 165 right now, went from a size 18/20 down to a 10 but I am only 5'2...It is totally an amazing feeling. I still have about 29 lbs to go and then I am going to reassess my goals but I also haven't been pushing myself as hard, I have been so lazy. I know what to do, I just got to do it!

    Congrats to you!
  • jennakrysteen
    jennakrysteen Posts: 77
    that is awesome! Keep up the good work!
  • tessaeve
    tessaeve Posts: 75 Member
    Awesome job! You must be feeling on top of the world! Congratulations!
  • s_lucia
    s_lucia Posts: 2 Member
    AWESOME!! Good for you - and definitely an inspiration!! Way to go and keep up the good work!! :D
  • fitnhealthy21
    fitnhealthy21 Posts: 96
    Way to go!! :)
  • nadiawilder
    nadiawilder Posts: 18 Member
    Omigoodness! We are twins! We have lost the exact same amount of weight and are the exact same size! :) Congrats on your progress!! :)
  • dianniejt
    dianniejt Posts: 175 Member
    That is awesome. CONGRATS. Keep up the hard work.
  • faefaith
    faefaith Posts: 433 Member
    Congrats! An inspiration indeed! :happy:
  • ladyluch99
    ladyluch99 Posts: 264 Member
    Congrats!
  • blackdiva60
    blackdiva60 Posts: 4 Member
    FANTASTIC! You are truly motivated !:smile:
  • Colleen118
    Colleen118 Posts: 491 Member
    Congratulations!
    I am 5'4 and started at 217 the 3rd weekend of May. I p[lateaued HARD after 3 weeks and have just finally broken into Onederland. The think I have noticed is the significiant changes in my physique. While I have only lost 17 lbs, I have dropped 2 sizes, went from a 38DD to a 34C, lost 3" from waist, 3.5 from hips, and 2" from my thighs. I am taking a low carb apporach so don't watch calories so much. I also try to keep some of the cholesterol down by choosing some vegetarian meat substitutions from Morningstar.
    I was noticing you mention having trouble with losing the mid section and that your workouts aren't much inclusive of weight lifting... might I suggest changing it up some and adding in some light weights to work those areas you want to tone? It has worked wonders for me and only takes a few extra minutes....
  • kapspecial
    kapspecial Posts: 67 Member
    That's pretty great! It's also motivating. Thanks for sharing!
  • Anna800
    Anna800 Posts: 639 Member
    Congratulations!
  • ColaSoBless
    ColaSoBless Posts: 31
    Congratulations!!!
  • Pinky1147
    Pinky1147 Posts: 105
    Thats great!!! Keep up the awesome work!!

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