lauralou852

I'm 5'8" and started at 190 lbs - I'm currently around 145 lbs and maintaining. I have before/during/and after pictures in my profile!

Thanks so much! It's from Victoria's Secret and was a reward for reaching 30 lbs down! :)

Hi! Yes, I usually ate out at least once/week - That's my husband's and my quality alone time together. My major things were avoiding sodium and other bloat causing foods, and if I did eat them (especially things like tortilla chips and pasta) I'd up my water intake even more (I usually drink 10-13 glasses/day) to try and…

Thank you!! It's always nice to meet people with similar body types - I've always had an athletic shape, so I'm told I weigh more than I look like I do. Feel free to add me! :)

Not sure if this was to me? If so, I did 1200 calories/day and ate back about half of my exercise calories. No real program, but I tried to stay away from sodium and completely cut out fast food and pop. I still allow myself dessert when I want it and have calories for it (usually frozen yogurt, skinny cow, or weight…

I'm 5'8" and started as a tight size 12 weighing 190 lbs. Over the last 7.5 months, I've lost 45 lbs and am now a comfortable size 6. Basically I tracked EVERYTHING I ate, learned to eat cleaner, cut out pop and fast food, and now enjoy my favorite foods (which happen to be not so great for you) in moderation instead of…

You look fantastic!! Great job!! Where is your swimsuit in the last few pictures from? I LOVE it!

I started my journey the end of November (2011) after seeing pictures of me from our cruise and being way too close to 200 lbs. My starting weight was 190ish, and I'm now at 150. I was down to 147, but our anniversary vacation got the best of me. :) Hoping to get to 145, but as long as I feel strong and confident, I'll be…

You look absolutely fabulous, and you worked your butt off for those results!! Congratulations!!

@ski0721 - Thank you!! @kemccarty - Thanks so much! And Rock Chalk! Can't wait for the game tonight! @markjenna - Thanks!

@mickeygirlieg - You can do it! Feel free to friend me if you'd like support! @barenaud13 - That is so sweet of you. Thank you! @angie_sample - Thank you! Congratulations on your success so far!

@lu136mickey - Thank you!

@Lisaacquafred - Thanks so much! I never would've thought I'd be an inspiration to others! @msliu7911 - Ha, slender! That's such a compliment! :) I'm very long waisted and have pretty long legs, so I think I look taller than I am in pictures! (And the picture with another girl is my very short best friend.) And I just…

@kc31wa - You can do it, girl! It takes dedication, but as long as you're motivated and determined, you can do anything!! Thanks to everyone for the kind words and encouragement! :)

@Eyerin - I love finding people with similar stats/stories! That's amazing that you've had so much success! I'd love to be between 150-155 eventually, but as long as I'm healthy and feel fit, I'll be happy! I'm going to friend you, hope that's ok! :)

@LWriter - Rock Chalk!! So excited for Saturday!

@jphilli23 - Thank you! My advice is just to make a total change. For so long I kept telling myself I should do something about my weight and I'd 'watch what I ate' for a few weeks. This time I told myself I WOULD stick with it. I've logged in and tracked my food every day since I've started. I know that's not for…

@helpmelose201 - Thanks so much! It's intimidating to post swim suit pictures online, and you just made me feel so much better about it!

@Flyer615 - Thank you!!

Ahhhh, I'll resize them! Just a second. :)

Hi! I'm 5'8" and started at 190 lbs. I totally know what you mean by the weight crept up on you! My goal was originally 160, but I'm almost there now and plan to start P90X, so I'm hoping to end up closer to 150 by the end of the program. We'll see, though! I definitely feel better about myself already after losing the…

Yum!! Definitely trying these!

You look fantastic!! Awesome job!!

I was drinking at LEAST 32 oz of Dr. Pepper a day and I decided to quit cold turkey after Thanksgiving. I haven't had one since, and I feel so much better! I drink a lot more water and drink the Great Value calorie free drink mixes (like Crystal Light) when I want something sweet. I didn't want to get started on diet pop…