Stats: 32y(F), 5'4", SW: 217, CW: 152, GW: 145
I started my journey Jan 10, 2020 at 217lbs. I had back pain, joint pain, and my feet hurt just from standing for long periods of time. (I work on my feet for 12hrs at my job in the healthcare field). I felt horrible about myself. I had very negative self-talk & feelings of shame regarding food. And no matter what I wore, or how I did my makeup, I always felt like the fat girl at the party.
My brother (certified personal trainer, body builder, & military guy) is my accountability person. I send him photos of my food/LoseIt! App calorie tracking every day, even now, and we check in at least once a week about plans/progress. He gave me workout plans, and helps me decide calorie ranges/how often to have a cheat day. I currently eat at 1400cal, whole foods with low amounts of processed stuff except for a weekly cheat meal, and drink black coffee or water. I lift weights 6x/week for about 30min, and walk 1-2x a week for about a mile due to an over-use hamstring injury from running. (I LOVE to run & am rehabbing now to get back to it soon!)
Today, a little after 1½ yrs & a LOT of work, I'm 65lbs down. I weighed in this morning at 152lbs. I wear size small in scrubs, sports bras, and shirts. I wear size 8 jeans as of this week. With NO stretch!! I feel proud of who I am, confident in myself, and capable. I feel hotter now without makeup in a messy bun than I did with 3hrs of effort at 217lbs. My husband can pick me up without effort, and I often sit in his lap just because I fit now. I actually LIKE to exercise, and have found a deep love of jogging.
My whole outlook is different, and I am just so blown away that this is my life now. I am smaller and more muscular/fit at 32yrs old than I was in high school at the same weight because I've been running/weight-lifting for a full 1½ yrs for the first time in my life. And I know I can keep it going for the rest of my life because I did it in such slow steps that every step stuck before I added to it. Slow and steady feels hard, but it is so much better.
The feeling of pride and accomplishment is almost overwhelming. Keep pushing guys, it's so so worth it. And I still eat things I want, just with actual moderation in a sustainable way. I am so proud of myself!!
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