I decided to start my weight loss journey around this time last year. I didn’t have a photo of myself from the beginning but the one on the left is from the end of February when I had already been being healthier for about 8 weeks. The photo on the right is on Xmas day when Santa had given me some new clothes that fit 😁
It was the first time I could see a real difference in myself and a number of my friends and family barely recognised me.
Still a long journey ahead but I’m feeling confident as having been doing this for a year it really feels like a lifestyle change that has now stuck and not just a diet.
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Wow what an amazing transformation. A huge pat on the back from me for your achievement and best wishes for the rest of your journey. Lifestyle changes are so much better than diets 😁 xx
Gosh what a difference. You are such an inspiration . People do think physical but the difference for me is also my mental health . Like you - looking good in clothes I want to wear . No baggy shirts or the opposite where the buttons are hard to fasten . Nice to wear T shirt and jeans with ease . When I see photos like this it helps me to maintain . Thanks for this .
All my clothes were at least 5xl, I’m still 3xl as I don’t quite feel comfortable in a 2xl yet but it is close and I know it won’t be long until I can buy clothes in most shops which will be a big change for me
I am only 5ft 1 so there isn't much room for any of the weight to go .I weigh myself and I am still in the obese range although I wear Size 12 jeans . I do feel a lot better though .I am 63kg .
Amazing Boltbrain , what an amazing achievement and inspiration! You should be super proud of yourself, especially choosing this year of all years 😂 massive condos to you! You planning on applying to the avengers now hahaha 🤣!! X
It’s been a tough year but in all honesty it’s actually helped me being at home and the desire to get my bmi under the 40 number that was listed as a big factor to your recovery if you got the virus
A big well done Boltbrain. I’ve literally just found this website and am now going to join ;hoping to have a much slimmer photo of myself this time next year in 2021 !
I think if I had to put a name to the plan I’m following it’s the Corona Virus/redundancy/calorie counting/saving money/my fitness pal plan 😁In all seriousness it’s basically just monitoring what I eat but it was made easier by required changes to my lifestyle due to redundancy, being at home more and now working from home. In my previous job due to shifts etc it wasn’t unusual for me to have 2 or 3 takeaways per day.
Thanks for the honesty. I agree the home cooking & regular sleep pattern help. You have totally motivated me and many others. Thanks for posting on this forum.I wish you a great 2021.
I see you've joined the Tuesday weigh-in team and they will be a great support for you throughout your journey. I recommend using the Daily Diary as sharing your meal plans can really help you make your plans more concrete (and it's a great place for chat about food choices )
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Wow you look amazing do you have any meal ideas my hubby only eats meat veg and potatoes, he can’t stand rice pasta spaghetti or fish so it’s really hard for me to think of things to give him .Congratulations on your weight loss well done
I’ll be honest, I have hardly eaten rice/spaghetti/pasta. Most of my main meals have been meat, vegetables and a few potatoes with a bit sauce. I just have loads of different frozen veg and different meat options and just mix it up. I carefully monitor the weight of the meat and potatoes and keep it to set amounts but then pile in the veg. Occasionally I will use baked beans as they are a good healthy substitute.I also have my favourite “cheat meals” I found some great pizzas that I can fit in to my daily allowance easily for example.
I think it’s important to find healthy meals you actually like as you are more likely to stick to them. I found pasta while a great cheap meal actually didn’t work as well for me an I felt more bloated.
Sounds like you're doing the feel-good things you need for you. Well done. If I were you, I'd start calling it a healthy lifestyle change and leave off the word 'diet'. This is your new life, doing what feels-good for head, body and heart! Now, help others by spreading the word.
What an incredible change, amazing progress. Well done you!!
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