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    I don't want to post this, but I feel I must... it ain't pretty.

    This is me, TODAY, January 15th, 2009. Day 13 of induction, and down 10 pounds. The beard is TEMPORARY.... It is a "playoff beard", in support of my Philadelphia Eagles, who are hopefully headed to the Super Bowl. I'll shave it as soon as they lose, or after they win the Super Bowl, whichever comes first.

    I really don't want to post this but I feel like I must "keep it real". Notice, if you can, the big red vertical scar on my chest.... a 6 Tuple Bypass scar.

    sigh... here it is:

    I'm a father of twin daughters, whose main goal in life is to set a positive example for them.

    SW 315 1.02.08
    CW 294 on 3.18.09
    1st Goal.... 299... Met on Feb. 3rd, 2009
    2nd goal... hopefully 275 by May 15th, 2009
    Ultimate goal 180 by sometime in 2010.

    My Before Picture.... My "During" picture will be posted when I get to 280 pounds:

    http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...nt-pretty.html


    Nothing can stop the man with the right mental attitude from achieving his goal; nothing on earth can help the man with the wrong mental attitude.
    Thomas Jefferson

    BTW, if you prefer, my name is Chuck.


    Tags: ain't, don't, pretty.
  • #2
    Re: I don't want to post this, but I feel I must... it ain't pretty.

    Way to step up to the plate! Posting pictures helps people not only to feel more accountable, which forces you to stick with it, but also it's a great feeling of release.

    I wish you success on your journey and can't wait to see your after pics.
    27/f/5'4"--sw:191/rsw:179/rrsw: 175/cw:175/gw:130
    • 170--
    • 165--
    • 163--
    • 160--
    • 158--
    • 155--
    • 153
    • 152
    • 149
    • 129--final goal--changed from 130 just so i can say "I weigh 120-something"
    !



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    • #3
      Re: I don't want to post this, but I feel I must... it ain't pretty.

      Yep, good for motivation and to see where you started this journey.

      Congrats for being 10lbs down

      My Journal :rollerska :bouncy: 27 Female 5'7 :redsnoopy

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      • #4
        Re: I don't want to post this, but I feel I must... it ain't pretty.

        I think its great what you are doing not only for your daughters but for yourself. You set a good example of someone who seems dedicated to making this work and that is very encouraging to me and probably many others!

        I am eager to see the after!!!!

        Best wishes!
        "Desire is the key to motivation, but it's determination and commitment to an unrelenting pursuit of your goal — a commitment to excellence — that will enable you to attain the success you seek."

        - MarioAndretti

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        • #5
          Re: I don't want to post this, but I feel I must... it ain't pretty.

          Thanks.... posting the picture is way harder than staying on plan. Looking at the photo is ing.
          I'm a father of twin daughters, whose main goal in life is to set a positive example for them.

          SW 315 1.02.08
          CW 294 on 3.18.09
          1st Goal.... 299... Met on Feb. 3rd, 2009
          2nd goal... hopefully 275 by May 15th, 2009
          Ultimate goal 180 by sometime in 2010.

          My Before Picture.... My "During" picture will be posted when I get to 280 pounds:

          http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...nt-pretty.html


          Nothing can stop the man with the right mental attitude from achieving his goal; nothing on earth can help the man with the wrong mental attitude.
          Thomas Jefferson

          BTW, if you prefer, my name is Chuck.


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          • #6
            Re: I don't want to post this, but I feel I must... it ain't pretty.

            Now you've 'come out' I am sure you'll be much more motivated to stick to your induction and continue to shed those unwanted pounds. I think you have been really brave, I whimped out of putting my face in my photos! hehe

            I'd recommend doing something similar to me and setting goals in divisions of 10 pounds and taking photos, chest and waist measurements when you reach each goal. It is quite motivating that way I find.

            Keep up the good work, 10lbs lost is a great start!

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            • #7
              Re: I don't want to post this, but I feel I must... it ain't pretty.

              GO GET 'EM, DUECE!!

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              • #8
                Re: I don't want to post this, but I feel I must... it ain't pretty.

                The first step is the hardest right!! Its only going to get better from here, keep up the good work!!!
                Sabrina
                HW-204//SW-200//CW-155//M-150//GW-130
                2-2-09 190
                2-9-09 186
                fell off the wagon
                7-6-09 178
                7-29-09 175
                9-15-09 166
                1-11-2010: 156
                2-4 155

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                • #9
                  Re: I don't want to post this, but I feel I must... it ain't pretty.

                  Get determined and stay there. When I found determination (and it wasn't a big revelation I just realized one day that nothing was going to stop me) I was set free. It isn't hard work and I don't feel left out, it is a gift. I am so excited for you and the choice you have made for those sweet girls.
                  31- F- 5'2"
                  SW 275
                  GW 180
                  Start date: 9.18.2008
                  Lost the first 30 pounds in 39 days!



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                  • #10
                    Re: I don't want to post this, but I feel I must... it ain't pretty.

                    Good for you! Now that that's out of the way, on the bigger, errr i mean smaller, and better things!!!

                    28/F
                    5'8"
                    Start Date: 7/25/06
                    1st Mini Goal: 199 Goal met Nov, 10, 2006!
                    2nd Mini Goal: 180 Goal met March 15, 2007!
                    3rd Mini Goal: 160 Goal Met October 8, 2007!
                    GOAL: 150 GOAL MET!!!

                    You've got to say, I think that if I keep working at this and want it badly enough I can have it. It's called perseverance. -Lee Iacocca
                    April Strength Challenge: 390/390
                    March Strength Challenge: 360/360 minutes
                    October Video Challenge: 15/15






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                    • #11
                      Re: I don't want to post this, but I feel I must... it ain't pretty.

                      Way to go! I think we all understand how hard that was for you, but you have taken a major step. Now stick with this WOE & work it for all it’s worth! 10 lbs down! Next stop. A happy and healthy life! Yee Haw!
                      sigpicGerben Says What?




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                      • #12
                        Re: I don't want to post this, but I feel I must... it ain't pretty.

                        Admire your bravery Papa! When you are tempted look at your picture, look at your scar & then look at your girls!

                        I think it will be an Eagles/Steeler Superbowl. On the fence on who to cheer for. Yep I'm from New England thus a Pats fan!
                        "You always had it. You always had the power."~~ Glinda the Good Witch

                        Glenda
                        F/5'10/47
                        261/xxx/???
                        "Happiness is a habit~cultivate it." Elbert Hubbard
                        "Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again, but expecting different results." Albert Einstein

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                        • #13
                          Re: I don't want to post this, but I feel I must... it ain't pretty.

                          The good news is, you are no longer that person. I am right there with you brother.

                          Al
                          If God didn't want us to eat animals, he wouldn't have made them out of meat.

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                          • #14
                            Re: I don't want to post this, but I feel I must... it ain't pretty.

                            I'd rather have that as my before picture than my after!

                            Just think how awesome it's going to look when you have your after pic side by side! I have a feeling that's going to be one everyone talks about...
                            Eric

                            Age: 38
                            Height: 6' 1"
                            Round 1: 6/08 - 11/08 (SW 270 / LW 223)
                            Round 2: July 19, 2009
                             SW 254.5 / CW 242 / GW 210

                            Keep your eyes focused on the prize!

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                            • #15
                              Re: I don't want to post this, but I feel I must... it ain't pretty.

                              Originally posted by barbecuer View Post
                              The good news is, you are no longer that person. I am right there with you brother.

                              Al

                              MAybe even more than you know... I'm a BBQ junkie.
                              I'm a father of twin daughters, whose main goal in life is to set a positive example for them.

                              SW 315 1.02.08
                              CW 294 on 3.18.09
                              1st Goal.... 299... Met on Feb. 3rd, 2009
                              2nd goal... hopefully 275 by May 15th, 2009
                              Ultimate goal 180 by sometime in 2010.

                              My Before Picture.... My "During" picture will be posted when I get to 280 pounds:

                              http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...nt-pretty.html


                              Nothing can stop the man with the right mental attitude from achieving his goal; nothing on earth can help the man with the wrong mental attitude.
                              Thomas Jefferson

                              BTW, if you prefer, my name is Chuck.


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