Oh how things have changed… @motiveweight
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Saturday, October 31, 2015
lifeanddeathofafatgirl: That’s me in all 3 pictures the two...
That’s me in all 3 pictures the two left were taken 3 years ago….The one on the right was taken this past Saturday for a costume party (I was rambo) ……don’t give up! I promise it’s worth it. (Yes, my left eye looks weird - too much glue😂😂😂😂😂)
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afoodiepatootie: Bit of a throwback to four Halloweens ago. My...
Bit of a throwback to four Halloweens ago. My first Halloween at a healthy weight. I was at a healthy weight, but I wasn’t “healthy” yet. I think in many cases your body changes a lot faster than your mind does, if that makes sense. I wasn’t used to my body. I was in an awful relationship with someone who was really cruel to me. He said my body was disgusting and no one else would ever want me. And because I wasn’t mentally comfortable with my new body yet, I believed him.
____Fast forward to today, I’m confident enough to know what I deserve and I know who I am. I’m grateful for the body I’ve worked so hard for…flaws, stretch marks, and all. And because of that inner confidence and happiness, I met the love of my life, Brian. I know I could add a million more scars and marks to my body and Brian wouldn’t care. I love him so very much.
___Whether you are at your goal or not, you’re BEAUTIFUL and don’t let anyone else treat you as less than that. Have a fun and safe Halloween 🎃. I’ll post Brian & my costumes later… You guys are going to die 😂. #halloween #halloweencostume #aliceinwonderland #transformation #weightloss #weightlossjourney #extremeweightloss #relationship #love #couple #photooftheday #motivation #fitspo #weightlosstransformation #fitfam #fitness #fitchick #girlswholife #rny #pcos #pcosweightloss
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lovelyblackribbons submitted: Height: 5'4 Weight: On the...
lovelyblackribbons submitted:
Height: 5'4
Weight: On the left my highest 175 and on the left my lowest (in years) 145 this took place this summer I started June 1st 2015 with low carb and I have an intense tennis schedule and I also picked up weightlifting. In all I’ve lost 30 pounds in ¾ months which is a lot and I’ve never thought it would of been possible but I was determined to lose the weight before starting junior year. I’m really proud of myself and motivated to reach my ultimate goal of 135!
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mandasmuffintop: Almost exactly a year apart. 330lbs vs 199lbs....
Almost exactly a year apart. 330lbs vs 199lbs. Now I love taking pictures with Talia, I don’t try to hide my body behind her 💕 #wls #weightlosssurgery #rnyfamily #wlsfamily #weightloss #motiveweight #100poundsdown
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theshrinkingnicole: It’s that time again. From start to now,...
It’s that time again. From start to now, and one year difference. 65 pounds down overall.
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piecesinprogress: Quick Reminder- only you have the power to...
Quick Reminder- only you have the power to choose who and what you will be. Me? Well just to name a few.. I chose to be strong. I chose to be a (certified!) yoga teacher. I chose to be a wife. I chose to be a dedicated cook and to be a vegetarian and to be active and fit despite all the injuries working against me. I chose to be happy and to be positive and to be organized and so many more that make up who I am today. But all of it started with the day I actively chose to be healthy.
How I lost the weight? How I’ve stayed healthy ever since? Read all about it here! ps- while you’re there e-mail subscribe for a FREE copy of my 22 recipe e-book!
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letmeguessimyourdreamgirl: 2011/2015 I need reminders that I’m...
2011/2015
I need reminders that I’m strong and capable of anything…
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fitnesssavi: Three months ago vs this morning. I took this...
Three months ago vs this morning.
I took this picture because I’ve felt like I haven’t made very much progress.
I’m glad I did. Before and after pictures are so important! They show you what the scale can’t!
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Adventures in Fertility
Adventures in Fertility
The ups and downs of the costly, often heartbreaking, sometimes comic world of fertility medicine.
October 31, 2015 at 05:08PM
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270to160: Who doesn’t love a little birthday comparison shot?...
Who doesn’t love a little birthday comparison shot? Some days I feel like I’m just losing way too slowly…but progress pictures help remind me that slow isn’t bad. Slow means a better chance for it to stick. But I’m quite happy I’ve only 35lbs left to lose! Haha.
Each photo is from around my birthday, with the most recent being from today! :)
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usednotuseless: In honor of Halloween I wanted to do a 5 year...
In honor of Halloween I wanted to do a 5 year comparison. I’ve changed so much as a person these last 5 years. I honestly love reflecting on the past me especially when I’ve been feeling down about how I look and how I feel.
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saraashleyg: 100+lbs. Tears. Pain. Falling off. Hoping back on....
100+lbs. Tears. Pain. Falling off. Hoping back on. Two a days. Eating. Not eating. Sacrifice. Constant struggle. Mind control. And the list goes on and on. I’ve seen so many before and after photos of men and women all talking about how far they’ve come and how it’s only getting better and all that stuff. Which I totally agree with. But one thing I’ve had yet to read is why they ever got as big as they were. And if they are out there and I missed them then my bad!! But seriously. I was average in elementary school. I got boobs in middle school and even noticed a belly coming. I’ve always been self aware. ALWAYS. In middle school I noticed my body changing but still chose to eat like my friends and well just be a kid. And then came high school. I was thick. I wasn’t huge, but I had some meat on my bones. I had boyfriends and a lot of friends and I never worried that I was “fat” or not pretty. But then I graduated. And I really kept turning my head away from the truth. I was gaining mass weight. I was watching my parents cook food that I KNEW wasn’t good for me. I was allowing myself to eat out and binge on junk food and fast food, which was a favorite at ALL the parties I went to. And then I saw a tagged picture of myself from my aunt. And I realized that was it. I had gained more than 100 lbs my first YEAR out of high school. I was HUGE. I was slipping away. And I couldn’t allow this anymore. I couldn’t be the Fat Funny Friend! I couldn’t. So I got a membership at a gym. I worked out at home and I finally changed my diet. The before picture was from January 2014. And the after is today. This morning around 7am. I have fallen off more than once. I had gotten “comfortable” and just stopped going to the gym and started going out to eat more and partying again and I realized oh $h!* I’m doing this AGAIN. Here I was again, letting my hard work fade away. So I hopped back on the fitness train. I don’t do mass cardio to just lose all the fat really quickly. I hate running. Like I hate running more than I hate anything ever. But lifting?!?! Oh now that’s my stuffff!!! I love lifting weights. I love doing aerobic exercises and I love cooking and eating healthy food!
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desireemerci submitted: Progress from January 2015 to October...
desireemerci submitted:
Progress from January 2015 to October 2015
Before: about 164lbs
After 141lbs
Slowly but surely I’ve been gaining muscle, and losing fat…it’s a process, a hard one, but it’s worth it all of the struggle.
I’m so grateful to the people who helped me in the beginning, so if anyone has any questions you can ask me on any of my social media pages
Instagram: @desiree.merci
Fitblr: desireemerci.tumblr.com
Personal lifestyle blog: desireemerci.com (there is a contact page + many blog posts on healthy living here)
Twitter: @desireemerci
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Friday, October 30, 2015
av0cadoqueen: I must say, I personally am enjoying Halloween a...
I must say, I personally am enjoying Halloween a lot more since losing weight and getting healthy. 🎃
2013 vs. 2015 👻
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distanceandspace: Happy with who I’ve become these past 6...
xdaisyfield: I was thirty pounds down from my highest weight in...
I was thirty pounds down from my highest weight in the picture on the left. This was from Halloween last year at my work (and yes, we were Shark Week lol). I felt great, had just joined a gym and was moving a whole lot more working where I do versus fast food where I had worked previously. This year, I’m down 40 more pounds since then and can’t believe the difference. I went vegan, changed my attitude towards food, and fell in love with moving my body. I still have a few pounds to lose before I’m considered not overweight anymore, and its been a struggle to get those off lately, but it feels so good to be so close to my goal.
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cr0wnedvict0ry: Sometimes I forget to be thankful for how far...
Sometimes I forget to be thankful for how far I’ve come. I’m looking forward to how far I will go!
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amycandostro submitted: Same shirt…. About 50 pounds...
amycandostro submitted:
Same shirt…. About 50 pounds difference here. (-80 total) Feels Like its taking so long but I’m happy about how far I’ve come.
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unique-fit: Hi I just wanted you to know that I basically cried...
Hi I just wanted you to know that I basically cried when I saw this. Ever since I started school and stopped working out on a regular basis, I have FELT my body basically turning to mush. My diet isn’t where it should be and I haven’t been running at all, maybe twice in September. Is there any way you could give me some solid advice on beginning to shed some weight and begin to tone up after. Possibly a diet and exercise regime? I know I’m not fat but I’m definitely getting there and I really just want to start feeling better overall healthwise. Lastly, your progress is admirable, you’re an inspiration, thank you
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Why are most hazardous food recalls voluntary?
Why are most hazardous food recalls voluntary?
FDA product recalls seem to be almost ordinary, with fears of Salmonella poisoning and undeclared allergens making regular appearances on primetime news. But up until recently, these recalls were merely suggestions made by the FDA.
October 30, 2015 at 09:14PM
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How McDonald’s gets to kids while they’re at school
How McDonald’s gets to kids while they’re at school
When you market McDonald's as healthy to children, you really leave them no choice.
October 30, 2015 at 07:03PM
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newsensati0n submitted: January 2015 // September 2015 This...
newsensati0n submitted:
January 2015 // September 2015
This is probably one of the most embarrassing things for me to look at. The first photo I was just over 11 stone (154lbs), which was overweight for my height. Now I sit comfortably at around 10 stone (140lbs). I still have a bit to go yet until I hit my target weight which is 9 stone 4lbs (130lbs) but looking at this reminds me to keep going. I want to get back in to the gym at least 3 times a week and stick to eating healthy, wholesome meals and having a treat in moderation.
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o-irl: If you ever doubt yourself regarding your weight loss...
If you ever doubt yourself regarding your weight loss journey take a look at these pictures here. The first two were taken at my brother in laws wedding in New York in 2011. I wasn’t happy and was very nervous for these wedding pictures to be taken. This last two were taken at another brother (in laws) wedding on October 11th, 2015.
Three years in the making and I’m still striving to work on the last stretch of weight and toning I’d like to lose and gain. I start with my personal trainer on Friday for another 6 month intensive 2 day a week session and I couldn’t be any more excited.
Never give up on what you want to achieve. I oftentimes look at myself in the mirror and feel like nothing has changed but seeing the differences in these pictures makes me feel like the work I’ve done throughout the years was worth it. Having an excellent support group (that being my husband and friends) makes it all the more fun and motivating!
You got this
It’s rough now and during but the results will make it all worth it.
Never give up
Don’t slip
Push yourself with every new day.
You’re only cheating yourself if you go easy,
It’s called a WORKout not an EASYout.
<3 <3
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The Weekly Health Quiz: The Ambivalent Marriage, Sugar and Grass-Fed Beef
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mybodyisinprogress: Year over year comparison pics. December...
Year over year comparison pics.
December 2013 -> October 2014 -> October 2015
255lbs -> 185lbs -> 160lbsTracking calories and some light exercising for the first year and a half. The past 3 months I’ve been doing StrongLifts trying to work on my strength and maybe build some muscle.
It was an interesting feeling when I first squatted the weight I had lost from my highest (170 lbs), and feeling how heavy it must have been to carry it around 24/7.
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A Growing Disenchantment With October ‘Pinkification’
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isischantae submitted: I’ve posted my story before! Just thought...
isischantae submitted:
I’ve posted my story before! Just thought Ive give an update.
any questions, just message me!
SW:325 CW:220 GW:170
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Thursday, October 29, 2015
dream-delicate: I wanted to share this with all my fitness...
I wanted to share this with all my fitness ladies and gents. This is about a 30lb difference. The picture on the left was taken in August of 2014. I was at that same weight when I started my fitness challenge in July of this year. The picture on the right was taken at the beginning of October. No wraps, pills, supplements, teas, fad diets or any other weight loss gimmick, just tried and true healthy eating and exercise, plus a shit ton of water everyday. Three months of super hard work and I finally feel proud of myself so I just wanted to share!
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queenuterus: Been so excited to post some before and after...
Been so excited to post some before and after shots of my weight loss, I’ve worked so hard this past 9months to lose the weight. When I started losing weight I was about 13st 10lbs and now I’m 11st 2lbs. While I’m not at my goal just yet I’m very proud of how far I’ve come. It’s amazing what healthy eating and exercise can do. Thanks to Sandy and Gary at Forward Fitness for their amazing classes and encouragement!!!
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sharonspell: On Brains And Being UndeadI quit drinking in...
On Brains And Being Undead
I quit drinking in February 2014 so I could get my brain back. A side effect was losing 50 pounds without trying. This weight loss was notable and rapid, and it’s taken some time for my reclaimed brain to catch up with my external appearance. I’m still not up to speed most days, so I made this side-by-side.The first photo is a sweet snapshot my brother took during Thanksgiving 2004. Full photo is of my dad and me at our dining room table in Hattiesburg, MS. My brother recently posted it on Facebook in a private family album. Except, I saw it at work and my coworker saw it over my shoulder. When I told her they were family photos she quipped, “Who’s that, your aunt?”
More notable than the weight difference, a decade ago I looked a decade older than I was. I see the emotional heaviness. I know what that girl was going through.
At the time I lived in Pittsburgh with a man who had turbulent anger and depression issues. That marriage wasn’t all bad, but the bad things were pretty awful. So many things I did in that house were wrong: my housework was never enough, my comedy career was an expensive hobby and waste of time, even getting into bed with him was discouraged. He did as much in his power to stand in the way of my career and my happiness. And I couldn’t tell anyone. I made the best of it, but living with that hopelessness aged me. And I drank to escape. Looking at this picture, I see a profoundly Sad Sharon.
Four years after this photo was taken I finally got the courage to ask him, “What great thing are you doing with your life that means I can’t be in New York?” He didn’t have an answer.
I had an answer. His time was up and I wouldn’t let him hinder me anymore. It took a few more years to realize my drinking was a leftover coping mechanism not serving me well today. It was not only time to reclaim my brain, but take control of my happiness. The weight loss was an accidental outcome.
The second photo was taken this year by Mindy Tucker immediately after I woke up. Maybe it was a few hours after I woke up, I didn’t write it down. But it’s an accurate depiction of my appearance: I appear confident and …happy.
And I am happy. I live in a city I adore making art I am proud of with people I love and who love me. I’m still getting used to this new, old body. The outside changed pretty dramatically, but on the inside I’m still packing away the past. Many days Sad Sharon thoughts run through my head, even though it’s less often and no longer relevant. These changes didn’t happen overnight, but they happened. So I made this side-by-side as my phone’s wallpaper to remind me of this every time I click on my phone. I look at Sad Sharon now and say, “Look where you are today! I got you, girl.“
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isischantae submitted: I’ve posted my story before! Just...
isischantae submitted:
I’ve posted my story before! Just thought Ive give an update.
any questions, just message me!
SW:325 CW:220 GW:170
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withouttheweight: I can’t believe I get to live this life. I’m...
I can’t believe I get to live this life. I’m so grateful that I found my strength. It’s strength that I KNOW lies in every single one of you. MS or not, this journey is tough, but then you catch a side view and it all feels worth it! 😏
Happy #transformationtuesday! ❤️ #beforeandafter #beforeandduring #weightloss #weightlossjourney #weightlosstransformation #150poundsdown #loveyourself #withouttheweight #multiplesclerosis #ms #healthylifestyle #healthy #fit #fitfam #fitlife #fitness #fitchick #girlsthatlift #beastmode #eatcleantraindirty #eatclean #diet #workout #motivation #inspiration #noexcuses #balance #healing #happy
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Think you don’t have herpes? Think again
Think you don’t have herpes? Think again
Two-thirds of the world’s population under 50 have the highly infectious herpes virus that causes cold sores around the mouth, the World Health Organization said on Wednesday, in its first estimate of global prevalence of the disease.
October 29, 2015 at 04:41PM
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VW emissions cheat estimated to cause 59 premature US deaths
VW emissions cheat estimated to cause 59 premature US deaths
Nearly 60 people will die prematurely from the excess air pollution caused by Volkswagen cheating emissions tests in the US, according to a new study.
October 29, 2015 at 03:40PM
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Everything You Know About Addiction Is Wrong
Everything You Know About Addiction Is Wrong
"The opposite of addiction isn't sobriety, it's connection."
October 29, 2015 at 03:27PM
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A Grim Breast Cancer Milestone for Black Women
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