Then and Now
At the beginning of 2005
I weighed at least 252 lbs
My BMI was 47.6. (extremely obese)
I couldn’t cross my legs for more than a minute without them hurting
I couldn’t walk ½ a block without pain in my back
I would eat fast food at least 4 times a week.
I wore a size 24 pant
3 xl top (or more to cover my ugly stomach and fat ass)
My bike collected dust
The only pants I owned had elastic waistbands
I was ashamed to go out in public but not afraid to go to the drive through
My waist probably measured in at 48 inches or more
My hips probably measured 52 or more
I had no energy and would rather sit home than go out
I drank 4+ cans of diet coke a day
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At the end of 2005
I weighed 152. Currently 150.
My current BMI is 28.3. (overweight) That is a difference of 19.3 J
I am able to cross my legs at any give time without pain. It’s quite comfortable J
I walk at least 2 miles a day on the treadmill.
I haven’t eaten fast food in over 365 days. I don’t consider a grilled chicken sandwich from Wendy’s fast food but if you do then I’ve eaten it once in 365 days. LoL
I can fit into pants ranging from size 9 to size 13 depending on the make
I wear a large or medium shirt depending on make and fabric
I am not ashamed of who I am anymore. I do not have to hid behind a fat body, I am me and I like me.
The only drive through I attend anymore is Tim Horton’s for hubbies decaf coffee. I don’t eat at Tim Horton’s either.
My waist is now 32.5
My hips are still big lmao
I have more energy now than I had when I was my daughter’s age. She’s 17. I can outrun her. Go me
I don’t drink soda pop anymore. Water or green tea is my choice of beverage.
These are just a few of good things that are a result of losing 100 lbs. I can not “weight” to be at my ultimate goal of 125. Only 25 more pounds to go. I can’t believe only 25. That seams surreal after being obese all my adult life it seems.
Thank you to ALL my favourites who have left supportive notes. Although they may just seem like notes they are so much more than that. It’s nice to know people care and are genuinely happy for others. I don’t think I would have kept up this diary if it weren’t for the support I’ve received. I really appreciate it.
I’ve been asked a lot lately about posting a pic of before and after. I promise I will. I still feel so fat though and don’t want people to think OMG she is still fat. I KNOW THIS lol. Anyway I will in the near future post a before and after picture on FAVOURITES only. If you’re reading and have me on your favs list I wanna know so I know who will be lurking at the pics. I’m a lil paranoid but not much LOL
Ultimate Goal
Overall progress
Amazing. You are simply amazing. God…having it all written out really makes you notice, eh?
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you’re on my favs! i want to see! I’ve lost about 90lbs and I know exactly where you’re coming from and I weigh 150 so you are definitly not still fat at 150!!! but I know what you mean I sometimes still feel fat and my goal is about 130 and i’m working on it lol I bet you look amazing!
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That is so amazing! Congratulations on it all!!!
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You’re on my favs! but you truly are amazing! that is such a great accomplishment!!! Your are truly my inspirationn!!! <33
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That is soooo awesome!! I’m extremely happy for you and it motivates me too 😀
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You’re on my faves list too! I definitely want to see!!! I absolutely love reading about your progress and my GOSH I’m soooo excited for you!! 25 pounds to go…Woot woot!!
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Oh wow.. look at you! You are such an inspiration. Look at how far you have come. You have accomplished so much in 1 year! You are on my fave’s and I would love to see your before and after pictures!
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Go you! You are truly an awesome inspiration. Do you find yourself being more critical of your body now than you were before? I’ve just lost 70lbs with 8lbs to my goal of 120 (I am 5’2). I weigh 128 but I am WAY more critical of myself than I was at close to 200. I almost feel fatter now than I did then! What gives?
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PS If you want to see who’s favorite you are, go to “Favorites” and click on “Favorite of”. It will show you all the people who have you on their list. You’re definitely on mine!
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Your not fat; your an inspiration
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wow….great job.
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You really inspire me. Thank you.
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You are on my favorites. I must say you are so inspiring. I know I can do this. I’m so proud. I can’t “weight” until I am at goal either. Go you! 🙂 Take care,
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That is so amazing! It makes me ashamed that I haven’t lost mine faster, but wow….congratulations!
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Im really happy for you. You are truly an inspiration. I know ive said this 2u a million times, but youve just shown all of us with this struggle that it IS possible. The before and after the lost is such a change, not just a change in you, but in your habits. Breaking habits is the hardest part to me. Fast food=the devil! Hope you have a great week. Youre so strong minded youll def make ur goals!
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oh yeah and i have you added as a favorite too…it helps motivate me=) thanks!
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Wow…congrats on such a wonderful year. I just came across you while looking for a little motivation in the fitness and weight loss circle. Thank you! You are my motivation for the night!
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wow, you are so inspirational to me!!! your a rockstar! id love to see before and after pics!
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You’ve been a favourite of mine for a long time, so I would love to see before and aftre pictures and see that dreams CAN come true. Im so happy for you, what a difference just 365 days can make, when you make the change hey? I hope I can do it too. Hugs, Laura xxx
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AMAZING! Good work, you have come soooo far!
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You are so awesome! You’ve done an amazing job in one year – I’m so impressed! That took a lot of guts and work – how’s that for a neat name, “Gutsnwork”? lol I have you on fave’s, but two things – you can see who has you on fave’s by going to your favorites and clicking the link on the side – says something like “favorite of…”. Also – when you post on fave’s only, it allows in…
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…*your* fave’s, not whoever has you on favorites. Gives a lot more control, hey? Congratulations – you should be so proud of yourself!
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You’re on my favs lists. But I suck at leaving notes so I’m pretty sure I’ve never left you one before this.
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This is really amazing to read. I love it! Even though I have read you for most of your weight loss, it really puts it into perspective. Thanks for sharing! I can’t wait to see your pics. I definately want to write one of these next January.
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ur on my faves!! and that was a great entry 🙂 Its neat to hear first hand how it feels to finally be ‘thin.’ I’ve been fast my whole life so I have no idea what I’m in for when I reach my goal 🙂 Anyway, I can’t wait to see the pics I bet u look AMAZING!!
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your on my favs!! you give everyone motivation that they can do it also.
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omg. this mage me cry. i started at 260 in april of 2005 and had the same issues. i’m at 200 now … i’m just amazed of what you’ve done over the year. you are awesome!
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Wow! This entry is just… wow!! What a truly inspiring entry. I may just have to print this and stick it on my fridge! 🙂
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i am now in my 8th day of exercising. i try and do 40-an hour worth of cardio, split up and in between ,weights… and i love it. i feel so much better and i cut out sodas also! so, im proud of you! you are my inspiration… i feel that if everyone has will power, so can i. and you certainly do! keep it up. i love hearing wonderful stories about weightloss, makes me want to do it! and i will!
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You are on my favs! 🙂
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i found you randomly, and wow, what an inspiring entry. Congratulations!!!
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please add me to your faves if you decide to post pics–your diary is very inspirational & it’s nice to read about someone whose doing this sensibly
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Congrats!!! That is sooo wonderful!! I do read you, as much as I can…I know the whole going favs thing…I am as well!
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Hey You’re on my fav’s. I would love to see before and after pics and I’m sure that you’ll be able to tell you’re not fat now if you see a pic of you before. It’ll help you a lot. I’m a slacker with my diary.
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Oh my gosh you are so amazing! Gives me hope. I should cut out soda pop. My weakness. lol. But wow you are a whole new person. Beautiful no matter what.
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wow that is awesome ! ! ! !
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