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    Before & during...hard to believe I'm 25% of the way there...

    I don't see that big a difference considering I've lost 34lbs and am 25% of the way to goal. I must've been 'hiding' alot of my fat around my vital organs! I've lost 3 inches in my waist, and approx 2 inches from each arm/thigh.

    Left, start @ 285lbs. Right, 12 weeks, 251lbs.


    Left, start @ 285lbs. Right, 12 weeks, 251lbs.
    Last edited by JulieB; July 1, 2009, 12:15 PM. Reason: spacing
    Julie__________________F/37/5'2"__________________Start April 15, 2009


    Milestones:ozers6p4
    240 - University grad weight - Met July 29, 2009
    213 - 50% of the way to goal - Met October 21, 2009
    Onederland - Met December 23rd, 2009
    180 - High School grad weight - Met May 5, 2010
    163 - No longer obese______
    136 - No longer overweight (yes, I know this is lower than my goal weight)



    Left-Apr/09 Right-Dec/09
    Tags: 25%, week 12
  • #2
    Re: Before & during...hard to believe I'm 25% of the way there...

    Congratulations!
    And please believe me when I say that it shows! If nothing else, have you not noticed your clothes are hanging loose? And you're only 11lbs away from your first milestone.

    Keep with the plan and the going gets easier, with a lot more variety down the line. At some point you may wish to start with some moderate exercise - I just walked, to start with - and you will see that that helps keep up the pace of weight loss.
    Born 1967. 6' 1". Male.

    Started Atkins 28th April, at 216 pounds. Met goal weight on 9th July, at 176 pounds. New goal is to become trimmer without losing weight.

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    • #3
      Re: Before & during...hard to believe I'm 25% of the way there...

      Julie, I can see a great difference! Look at your face! It's so skinny! Next, stroll down to your shoulders and chest area. You are taking on more of a pear shape instead of a round shape. And, even though that pear is becoming visible, you ARE still shrinking in the lower half, just look how much more loose your pants look!

      I think you are doing a great job. And 4 months in is a wonderful commitment. Just stick to it and you will continue to notice results. Congrats and good luck.h
      ALL STATS PUT ON HOLD! I AM PREGNANT! AFTER 8 YEARS OF TTC, FAILURE OF FERTILITY TREATMENTS AND MANY OTHER METHODS, I FINALLY CONCEIVED COMPLETELY BY SURPRISE!

      BABY DUE DATE MAY 27, 2010

      Female 5'7"
      Extended Induction
      Restarted 6/13/09
      S/C/G: 254.6/???/150
      Upper Chest: 45.5 in/
      Lower Chest: 44 in/
      Waist: 46 in/
      Hips: 49.5 in/
      Arms: 18 in each/
      Thighs: 28 in each/

      Mini Goal: Make it through first 14 days

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      • #4
        Re: Before & during...hard to believe I'm 25% of the way there...

        I definitely see a change all over - keep up the great work



        Mini goal #1 - 196 - 10% of the old me gone Met 6/30/09!!!
        Mini goal #2 - 185 - BMI - no longer obese Met 12/23/09!!!
        Mini goal #3 - 174 - 20% of the old me gone
        Mini goal #4 - 154 - BMI no longer overweight

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        • #5
          Re: Before & during...hard to believe I'm 25% of the way there...

          I can see it, too. I was going to say, "Look at your face". It seems rounder in the first picture and definitely NOT in the second picture. What an inspiration. Great job. Good for you for moving on to OWL...
          149.8/no weigh/ 119



          1st goal: 139 (earlier weight)
          what the rungs mean to me:
          rung 1 - more veggies
          rung 2 - dairy (some milk in coffee)
          rung 3 - seeds, nuts (mostly sprinkled on salads)
          rung 4 - berries, melon
          rung 5 - wine -
          rung 6 - beans, hummus
          rung 7 - other fruits
          rung 8 - carrots/ potatoes (nah, prolly not)
          rung 9 - whole grains (fresh Dutch breads...)
          Major Goal - 128 lbs/ healthy range
          (on to pre-maintenance)

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          • #6
            Re: Before & during...hard to believe I'm 25% of the way there...

            Great work! You can definitely see the difference in the upper body area.

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            • #7
              Re: Before & during...hard to believe I'm 25% of the way there...

              You're face and your show the difference!!

              Congrats

              Keep up the awesome work!
              ~Lisa~
              F, 37, 5' 7", Medium Frame
              I've been to the edge of 240something and I ain't going back!
              CW: 188
              GW: 165
              1st Goal: 180
              2nd Goal: 175
              3rd Goal: 170
              Final Goal: 165
              "You get what you put into it..."

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              • #8
                Re: Before & during...hard to believe I'm 25% of the way there...

                Congradulations!!!! I really see a difference. And to think you lost 2" from each arm and thigh. Maybe there is hope for mine. I have to find a shirt to fit my arms it would be nice to lose there.

                Keep it up and remember you see yourself everyday so sometimes it is hard to see a difference.

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                • #9
                  Re: Before & during...hard to believe I'm 25% of the way there...

                  Hi Julie...thank you for posting your progress..you look great...such a difference and it really helps me to see how well you are doing...I cannot wait to see a big change in me as well!! Thanks again!!
                  Hugs Dorrie

                  Start-205
                  Current-182
                  Goal-150
                  Mini Goals-185(20lbs off) reached July11!!!!
                  179
                  169
                  159
                  150 GOAL!!

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                  • #10
                    Re: Before & during...hard to believe I'm 25% of the way there...

                    I see a definite difference! Great job!


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                    • #11
                      Re: Before & during...hard to believe I'm 25% of the way there...

                      Julie - it is very visable to those of us who don't see you everyday. From beginning to now there is a big difference around your waist. Good for you!!! I agree with what you said, I don't see a big difference with me either, but the measurements don't lie!!!

                      Keep up the great work
                      Carole
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                      • #12
                        Re: Before & during...hard to believe I'm 25% of the way there...

                        keep it up . god job

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                        • #13
                          Re: Before & during...hard to believe I'm 25% of the way there...

                          Hi Julie I see alot of difference you have slimmed down from all over your body well done to you.

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                          • #14
                            Re: Before & during...hard to believe I'm 25% of the way there...

                            Wow! Great job. You look like 1/3 less person.
                            Name: Forrest
                            Gender: Male
                            Age: 43
                            Height: 5' 11"
                            Girth: 46"

                            Start Date: April 6, 2009

                            200 lbs or less... it's gonna happen

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                            • #15
                              Re: Before & during...hard to believe I'm 25% of the way there...

                              Thanks Guys! I'm feeling fantastic and totally optimistic that I can stick with this WOE for life. I have NEVER felt like this before - I actually believe that I can & will take charge of my weight & fitness level and maintain it, forever! If Dr. Atkins was still around, I'd give him a BIG kiss!
                              Julie__________________F/37/5'2"__________________Start April 15, 2009


                              Milestones:ozers6p4
                              240 - University grad weight - Met July 29, 2009
                              213 - 50% of the way to goal - Met October 21, 2009
                              Onederland - Met December 23rd, 2009
                              180 - High School grad weight - Met May 5, 2010
                              163 - No longer obese______
                              136 - No longer overweight (yes, I know this is lower than my goal weight)



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