Before & Getting There

Chestnut

Chestnut

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I've been around for a little while but I've decided to finally post some pictures, etc. I'm a little nervous!

A little about me-- I am married with five kids (9, 8, 7, 5 and 3). I've always been chubby (which I thought was much bigger then!) and having kids didn't help but I can't blame it on them. I know it was me. I've lost and gained large chunks of weight before (up to 50 pounds), but usually only to get pregnant again and fall into another rut. So I started out at 242 pounds (I'm only 5 3ish). I've lost 84 pounds.

I started April 2007

I don't have a 242, but here is 229


202.5 (obviously)


183.5


167


158 (ish?) 12/12/07







I've gained 10 pounds (mostly water I'm sure) over the holidays and since because I just lost my running start. I NEED to lose another 30 at least before I'm happy with my body. I have a horrible stomach so I need to get what fat off there that I can.

I've have a lot of inspiration from this board mainly. I look at all the before/during/afters and I am just amazed.

I feel so much better and I smile a lot more. But I want to be able to get dressed in what I WANT to wear, not what I NEED to wear in order to cover up my body.

I'm starting again today and I need any support I can get. I know no one is going to make this happen for me, and I need to be held accountable.

Thanks for reading/looking.
 
you're looking fantastic... Well done on your hard work...

what gorgeous eyes you have as well -as your face slims down -they really pop out now... you're a beauty :)

with great curves :)
 
I'm somewhat down right now, beginning to feel there is "no hope" for me in my weight loss and my motivation isn't at its peak.

Yet, when I see such inspirational changes as yourself it puts a smile back on my face.

What are your methods?
 
Geovicsha said:
I'm somewhat down right now, beginning to feel there is "no hope" for me in my weight loss and my motivation isn't at its peak.

Yet, when I see such inspirational changes as yourself it puts a smile back on my face.

What are your methods?
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I do a calorie shifting thing. I eat more one day, less the next, so that I average 1200 calories. I do it this way because I feel more satisfied if I'm not so restricted. It has worked so far but the holidays really threw me off track.


Thanks everyone for the comments, they really give me a kick.

I've been good today. :)
 
:eek: Wow, you look BEAUTIFUL!!! I cannot believe you have produced so many littles! The difference in your pics is phenomenal - thanks so much for sharing!

From one Mum to another, my hat is off to you, sister! Well done.
ABBA
 
From "just mum" to "yum"!!! You look amazing. Only problem is that now no one is ever going to believe that you could possibly be a mother of five. LOL!!

Awesome is the only word for it!
 
Hey I know you! Your one hot chick, I hate you! LOL.

I love the picture of you in the red shirt, its awesome!

Good job- I'm proud of you and you look awesome! We are going to finish this, THIS YEAR! I was just coming here to get some motivation lol, funny you did too!
We are going to stay on this! Luya!
 
Another wow...wat did you do to shrink til this weight..and boy from one mum to another, you don't look like a mom at all! much less a mom of 5..gosh...big congrats..

Taz
 
Covergirl20 said:
Hey I know you! Your one hot chick, I hate you! LOL.

I love the picture of you in the red shirt, its awesome!

Good job- I'm proud of you and you look awesome! We are going to finish this, THIS YEAR! I was just coming here to get some motivation lol, funny you did too!
We are going to stay on this! Luya!
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I was shocked, I forgot that you posted here. WE will do it!!!!!

Taz said:
Another wow...wat did you do to shrink til this weight..and boy from one mum to another, you don't look like a mom at all! much less a mom of 5..gosh...big congrats..

Taz
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LOL, Thanks, I am working on it.
 
Your eyes didn't shrink! That's a good thing. It's funny how losing weight brings out people highlights. With you it's your eyes definitely. You look amazing! Keep up the good work! :D
 
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