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Sakeena lost 62 pounds

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Transformation of the Day: Sakeena lost 62 pounds and lowered her body fat by 12%. This mom of 4 ignored her weight gain until it started to affect her breathing. After a weigh-in wakeup call, she found the strength to commit to lasting lifestyle change. Check out her story.

sakeena before and after

First of all, I want to say that this journey is by far the best thing I’ve done, but it’s also the hardest thing I ever had to do. I started gaining weight after having 4 children. I stayed away from the scale so long that I didn’t realize how bad my situation was until 2016. That’s when I stared having breathing issues and had to sleep with an inhaler in the bed. My diet was terrible. I was drinking alcohol daily and ignoring my weight gain.

I decided I needed a change in January 2017. I joined a local book camp where I had to finally get on the scale and face my fears. I was in tears when I found out that I weighed 321 pounds and had 60.7% body fat. I was so mad at myself. I knew I had to make a change, so I did.

I started to follow a strick diet plan and began working out daily. The weight began to fall off. I simple cut out all processed foods, junk foods and fast foods. I ate a low carb diet instead, with veggies, chicken, fish and low sodium seasoning. I drank lots of water and let go of all the alcohol and wine.

My workouts were intense. I did cardio everyday and weight training classes 2-3 times a week. I walk at the creek and I literally lived in the gym. Working out became my addiction.

I now weigh 259.7 pounds and have 48.1% body fat. My height is 5’1″. I’m so proud of myself for sticking to it and losing the weight. I still have a long way to go, but I am not stopping. This is just the beginning and I know I will reach my goal weight of 130 pounds with consistency and discipline. I can do it.

During this journey, my motivation was my health and my children. I knew I needed to get healthy for them and change my lifestyle so that I can be around for my babies. What inspired me when I wanted to give up was the scale. I knew I didn’t wanna go back to that number… 321lbs. I also didn’t want to go back to the guilt I carried about being overweight. I didn’t want to be unhappy with the way I looked.

Advice: First, get mentally prepared. You have to be fed up and ready to work. Next, make a plan. Throw away all the bad food around you and replace it with a healthy food. Workout daily, even if it’s walking everyday. You have to get up and move. Lastly, never stop. You may get fed up and wanna quit, but don’t. Find friends that motivate you and stay away from people who are not on the same road as you. Always remember why you started and don’t give up.

Maleka and Eric Beal have worked hard to keep 300 lbs off.

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Update: Oh, I hope you are ready for some wisdom. Maleka and Eric Beal of BetterChoices lost over 300 pounds combined. They’ve worked to keep the weight off for more than 10 years. We checked in on them to see how they’ve been able to maintain their success. We also asked them what lessons they’ve learned and what advice they would offer to other people who want to release the weight.

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How have you maintained your weight loss success?
The same things that are required to lose the weight are the same things that are required to maintain it—commitment, consistency, and control.

  1. Commitment: You MUST be committed to the process. Accept the idea that you have to stick with it to get to it. A healthier lifestyle is not something you adhere to Monday-Thursday. It’s an every day commitment to your ultimate goal of better health, overall wellness, and sustainable weight loss.
  2. Consistency: What you do today, you MUST do tomorrow. Your consistency is required in order to activate your change, create a new habit, & achieve the desired results. Remember, if you continue to do the things you’ve always done, you’ll continue to have what you’ve always had.
  3. Control: Control encompasses your commitment & consistency. In most cases, it’s being able to tell the person in the mirror “No.” Control empowers you to choose better. It’s you getting to the point where you no longer accept your excuses.

So, in other words, nothing has changed for us. We still make sure we are eating a variety of vegetables, fruit, lean proteins, whole grains, and nuts. We still drink our cup of coffee every morning and water throughout the day. We are still active, getting in activity at least 5 times a week. Our fitness regimen includes both strength training and cardio activities. Most importantly, we still cook our meals at home. 

What has worked in terms of eating habits and what worked in terms of exercise?
In terms of eating habits, again, those are created based on our lifestyle. Because we are committed to making BetterChoices, our eating habits reflect those priorities. It’s all about creating a nutritional balance. While is sounds cliché, it is really that simple. Eating a variety of fruits and vegetables, getting in the right sources of protein, making sure to include whole grains and nuts are the keys to ensuring you create a nutritional balance that supports your health and wellness goals. What most people miss is if you create the healthier habits, the weight loss and the sustainability of that weight loss will take care of itself.

Most valuable nugget we can share is “Home = Control.” Like we stated previously, we still cook our meals at home. Convenience becomes a matter of preparation. No more. No less.

What lessons have you learned on this journey?
Plan and simple, every choice you make matters. You did not get this way overnight, so don’t expect to become high school skinny overnight. Forget the 10-Day Get Lean stuff and the 30-Day Slim & Trim quick diet shenanigans…forget all that stuff. Think nutritional balance. Balance is the key.

What stands out the most?
As far as what stands out the most, we do. People actually think we are strange because of our commitment, consistency, and control. Every day is an opportunity. No matter if it’s a holiday, a birthday bash, or any other day, the commitment to the process remains the same. The mission of better health does not change based on the day of the week.

At this point, would you offer any new or different advice to others who want to lose weight?
No, the advice is not new because the choices are not new. The struggle is not new. It’s the same struggle. It’s the same choices. It’s the same advice.

The only thing new should be your commitment. What are you willing to change? Are you willing to go beyond your comfort zone? Remember, it’s never a matter of can you do it; it’s a matter of will you do it.

At the end of the day, are you sick and tired of being sick and tired?

Check out more information on how they lost the weight in the previous post we shared.

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De’Asha lost 65 pounds

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Transformation of the Day: De’Asha lost 65 pounds. After giving birth to her son, her weight reached over 300 lbs. She made the choice to become a healthy, active mom and avoid a family history of weight related illnesses. Working out at home and going low carb has produced awesome results. Check out her journey. deasha before and after I am a 28 year old mother and I’ve battled with my weight most of my life. After having my son in 2013, I stepped on the scale and it said 320 pounds! I was so upset and I knew I had to do something about it. I worked out hard and got down to 255 pounds, but life hit me hard and I gained the weight back (reaching 280 lbs).  Now, I am back down to 255 lbs at 5’10”, and I’m on a journey to reach 220 lbs. I am so thankful for this fitness journey. I no longer suffer from high blood pressure and I am no longer at risk for diabetes.

What inspired you to keep going when times got tough? What keeps me inspired was remembering that I was doing this for my son. Diabetes, high cholesterol and high blood pressure runs in my family. When my son was born, I made a promise to him that I would change my life around to be healthy for him. He deserves an active and healthy mother. I want to be that for him.

How did you change your eating habits? I tried just about EVERY DIET THERE IS. What I find works best for me is going low carb and eating no more than 150 grams of carbs each day. 3 days a week, I have a “cheat day”, then back to low carbs for 3 more days. That is a more realistic plan for me to follow than other diet methods. I did cut back on un-healthy foods as well. I cook most of my meals. My go-to, guilt free healthy meal is chicken fajitas. They taste awesome and I can eat them all day, minus the tortillas of course. I also love mangos and pineapples.

Do you workout in the gym or take any fitness classes? I workout 5-6 days per week doing various Beachbody workouts at home. My favorite is T25. Sometimes, I mix up my workouts by going to the gym or running outside when its nice.

When did you start your journey?  I originally started in January 2014, but fell off and gained the weight back. I recommitted in September 2016.

What advice do you have for other people who want to lose weight? The advice I would give to others is to never give up on yourself. Take lots of pictures of yourself, even if you don’t see a difference. Don’t allow the scale to make you upset. Try on an old pair of jeans and use that as a method of tracking your progress. Follow me on this journey to 100 pounds down! Instagram @BigFineandFit

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Earlier this year, I stated I wanted to be the same size I was in High School. I graduated in 2007 and I was a size 16 pants & XL shirt. Well I met that goal 🤗 It feels so good to be the same size I was 10 years ago, what’s even more rewarding is I did it by myself. Proper nutrition & killer workouts 🏋🏾‍♀️ You can do whatever you set your mind to. It was a struggle to get here, but I’m here & I’m not giving up until I reach 100 pounds lost 💪🏾 #Letsgetit #Byefupa #weightlossjourney #throwbackThursday #tbt #goals #fitnessjourney #thickfit #plussizefitness #plussizefit #beforeandafter #blackfitnesswomen #blackgirlsworkouttoo #blackgirlsworkout #blackfitness #fitfam #blackwomen #blackgirlmagic #share

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Shacora lost 145 pounds

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Update 2018: Shacora lost 18 more pounds for a total of 167 lbs gone.

Shacora before and after

I wanted to update my progress. Since last being featured on your page, I’ve brought my weight loss total to 167 pounds. I am fully vegan now and I’ve become an online coach (along with preparing meal preps/plans). In July, I will celebrate 4 years on this journey.

How have you continued to make progress?
I have to lost weight by incorporating intermittent fasting and increasing my weight training. Changing to a vegan lifestyle increased my energy and helped me to sleep better.

What new advice would you like to share with us?
Always change up your routine periodocally. Our bodies get bored, just like our minds. Shock your system with new exercises and new food regularly.

Transformation of the Day: Shacora lost 145 pounds. Three years ago, she was suffocating, mentally and physically. Thankfully, anxiety, depression and arthritis did not defeat her. She did her research, gradually became a vegetarian and fell in love with fitness. Check out her story.

shacora before and after

I started my weight loss journey three years ago (July 2014) at 355 pounds. My current weight is 210 pounds and my height is 5’5″. I hit many walls during my journey. There were times when I wanted to give up and stop exercising for a few months, but reflecting on the past would remind me why I was doing this.

What was your motivation?
I was motivated by my son and my doctor. I was also motivated by the simple fact that I was suffocating, both mentally and physically, due to obesity. I was battling anxiety, depression and arthritis.

I love amusement parks, but I was to big to fit on the rides. I also couldn’t walk long distances without feeling like I would pass out. My knees and ankles would swell if I stood on them to long. Finally enough was enough.

How did you change your eating habits?
I figured out what worked for me in terms of nutrition. I started researching meal plans and healthy foods. In the beginning, I cut out pork, beef, fried foods, sweets, chips, soda, juice, white rice, bread and pasta. I would have occasional cheat days. After a year, I cut out chicken and turkey, only eating seafood for protein. A year after that, I gave up meat altogether and adopted a vegetarian diet.

How was exercise a part of your transformation?
I simply started by walking, as this was the easiest form of exercise for me. After a few months, I increased the intensity and used workout videos, such as Hip Hop Abs, Black Girls
Workout Too and Fitness Blender videos on YouTube. In September 2016, I started going to the gym for the first time and instantly fell in love. Now, I attend my gym’s boot camp and Zumba classes. I’ve met wonderful friends and trainers there. We set goals for our group, lift weights together and push each other. I workout 5-6 days a week on average.

What advice would you share with people who want to lose weight?
My advice to others is to find out what works best for YOU. Listen to your body, do your research and never doubt yourself. This journey is more mental than physical. Of course, I have setbacks but this is my lifestyle now and I love it.

Carletta 153 pounds

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Transformation of the Day: Carletta 153 pounds. After having a complete left knee replacement, she knew that her right knee would also have to be replaced if nothing changed. She decided that it was time to make her health a priority. Eating low carb brought her success in the past, so she decided to give it a try again. Check out her story.

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My weight has affected most of my adult life. The highest weight I can remember reaching is 373 pounds (height: 5’8″). Even at that exact moment, I did not decide to take charge and take the necessary steps to improve my health. However, a few years later I tried low-carb dieting, began going to the gym and lost 100 pounds. I did not reach my ideal weight, and slowly but surely the majority of the weight returned. Before long, I weighed close to 300 pounds.

In November of 2015, I had to get a total knee replacement in my left knee. I knew it would be just a matter of time for my right knee, because I have no cartilage there. I also have arthritis in both my knees. The knee replacement surgery changed my life! Once the surgery was over, I knew that ultimately I had to decide how serious I was going to take my health.

I began this journey at 300 pounds. Today, I’ve gotten down to 220 pounds by following a low carb lifestyle. I have tried many diets in the past, but none worked for me except going low carb… and that only works when I stay in first stage, eating 0-20 carbs a day. I reduced the amount of red meat I eat, as well as caffeine. I dont drink carbonated drinks, but I drink lemon water every morning. Also, I recently quit smoking. My goal weight is 190 pounds.

I still struggle with traditional workouts, but I do try to stay active throughout the day by
walking my dog, counting my steps and doing specific exercises for my trouble areas. Most importantly, I try my best to stay in good spirits and surround myself with great people.

The best advice I could give is that weight loss is a lifetime commitment, a lifestyle change. It begins and ends internally. If you dont address/correct the reasons you continue to overeat and yo-yo diet, you will stay in the same vicious cycle. Take care of yourself, both physically and mentally.

Shakima lost more than 140 pounds

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Update: Shakima has maintained her weight loss for more than a year.

shakima before and after

My weight loss journey was featured by BWLW a year ago. I am back with an new update on my progress, I’m currently working on tuning up my body because I have loose skin on certain areas of my body. I stopped weighing myself a while ago, but the last time I checked I weighed about 156 pounds. My starting weight was 300 pounds. I’m a mother of five who suffered from depression and anxiety. I had to change my life around for my children. I hope my story helps someone out there.

Transformation of the Day: Shakima lost 140+ pounds. This single mom of five was battling depression and bad eating habits. Her wakeup call came at the hospital where she was caring for her son after his 5th brain surgery. She decided that she had to become the healthy mom that her children deserved, and began taking steps in the right direction.

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My name is Shakima. I’m a 34 year old single mom of 5 from Paterson, NJ. My wake up call came a year ago while sitting next to my oldest son, who was having seizures and going through brain surgery for the 5th time. I was sitting there, in the hospital, thinking about how I would be able to take care him if I was unhealthy.

At the time, I weighed over 300 pounds at 5’4″. I was always depressed and stayed in my house, on the bed, eating fried, greasy food and junk food. Food was my comfort. In January 2016, I decided that I had enough.

I called around looking for affordable gym, because I’d never joined one before. On January 28,2016, I walked into Club Metro Gym and decided to change my life around. From the first step into the gym, I felt loved and comfortable. I didn’t sign up for a trainer. I worked out on my own instead, doing a lot of cardio and strength training to tone my body. I learned everything on my own or by watching other people workout. Now, I workout 5-6 times a week.

I changed my eating habits. I prepped all of my healthy meals in advance and I drink a lot of water. No soda, juice or greasy junk food. The healthy foods I choose now include lean meat, eggs (which I never ate before because of the taste, but now I eat a lot) and nuts as snacks. I also eat weight control oatmeal and a lot of vegetables, like broccoli, carrots, celery, etc. My favorite food is fruit.

One year later, I’ve lost over 140 pounds. My current weight is 161 pounds. I’m not depressed at all and I have a new outlook on life. I offen go to the park with my kids and I’m much more active now. I feel and look great.

The  biggest lesson I learned while on this journey is never to depend on the scale for proof of results at the beginning of your journey. It’s just gonna make you feel down if you don’t see the numbers change.

My advice to others who want to lose weight: Never give up. Find your motivation to change; your kids, a desire to be healthy again, etc. Also, even though you may not see results at first, soon you will be able to do things that you haven’t done in a long time. That’s a victory in terms of getting results. Just keep going. Keep pushing yourself harder each day. No matter if you are sore, just keep on going. The pain will only last a little while, but the results at the end will be fantastic.

Hope lost 134 pounds

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Transformation of the Day: Hope lost 134 pounds. At 26 years old, she was suffering with chronic back pain, shortness of breath and pre-diabetes. She knew that she truly wanted to be healthy and happy as she moved on to major life milestones, like getting married or having children. Check out how she took action to change her life.

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Highest recorded weight: 342.8 pounds
Current weight: 208.4 pounds
Start date: 12/21/2015

My lowest point was when I realized that I was approaching 26 years old and was suffering from chronic lower back pain and shortness of breath due to my obesity. It was painful to walk down the block or stand for a few minutes at a time. I barely had enough energy to do anything. I was also pre-diabetic and was told by a doctor that I would be fully diabetic before I turned 30 years old if I didn’t do something as soon as possible. I asked myself, “Is this how I’m going to live for the rest of my life?” The answer to that question scared me to death and that was when I decided to take my health seriously and start this journey.

My motivation was constantly reminding myself that I had to do this to get my life back. I still have my future ahead of me, including getting married, having kids and living a long life. I wanted to make the most of it. That is what pushed me everyday to maintain my healthy eating habits and consistently exercise.

My eating routine consisted of protein meal replacement bars and shakes, along with other low calorie fluids throughout the day. I ate one or two low calorie, high protein, low fat meals per day. I stopped eating fast food, eating concentrated sweets, drinking soda and eating unhealthy carbohydrates. I eat healthy carbs sparingly, 1-2 times per week. I also eat every 2-3 hours to support my metabolism.

My workout routines are mostly cardio. I do 1-2 hours on the elliptical. I am now starting to incorporate weight training and strength training into my routine to start firming up and toning. I work out 3-5 times a week.

My starting weight was 342.8 pounds. My current weight is 208.4 pounds. I am 5 feet, 5 inches tall. I started my journey on December 21, 2015. My transformation took a year and two months, but it’s currently still going on. I have another 40-50 pounds to lose.

My advice to others is to make a decision today to change your life. I spent years putting off my health. I was telling myself that I was still young and still had time to get my weight under control. However, as the years went by I slipped further and further into the hole I was digging myself into. Make the decision today to dig yourself out of the hole. Take the time to write out your goals, put a date to that list and put it up in your room so you are constantly are reminded of what you want to accomplish. Create healthy, daily habits and be consistent and persistent with those habits. Positive habits performed persistently and consistently over a period of time leads to compounded positive results.

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Shaun lost 115 pounds

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Transformation of the Day: Shaun lost 115 pounds. This mom of 3 wanted to move faster, breathe better and be proud that she’s accomplished her goals. She did the work and found a passion for fitness. Now, she’s an indoor cycle instructor. Check out her journey.

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Being an active mom and wife was my motivation for weight loss. At times, I wanted give up but I was determined to move faster, breathe better, and have something that I could own to be proud of. My starting weight was 312 pounds and my current weight is 197 pounds. My height is 5’1″.

My eating habits were slow to change, but I started working out six days a week. I walked four miles a day and drank as much water as I could stand. When my body started to change, that’s when my eating habits changed. I let go of soda and red meats. After cutting out the junk, I added dark green vegetables, like collard greens, turnip greens, broccoli, and spinach into my meals.

I started my journey in 2008, shortly after my third child was born (featured in the before photo). After the first year, I’d dropped 60 pounds. After that, I fell victim to quick fixes for weight loss, because I was impatient with myself and got bored with my journey.

In 2013, I decided to take back control the natural way, no pills, no teas, no surgeries. I found a love for road cycling and became a indoor cycle instructor to keep myself motivated and to help others. In 2015, I found a love for power lifting, running, and any workout that challenges me. Once I started lifting, heavy and safely, I lost another 55 pounds. Currently, I work with people in with private, in-home personal training sessions.

My advice to others who want to lose weight: Find what works for you and stay consistent. Make realistic goals and enjoy your journey. If you need workout ideas follow my Instagram, @raleighrider2013.

 

 

Sheena lost 30 pounds

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Update: Sheena lost 10 more pounds. “Progress day. I must say, I’m pleased. #40Down”

Transformation of the Day: Sheena lost 30 pounds. At 320 pounds, this mom decided that it was time for a major lifestyle change. She is still on her journey, but she is taking the time to celebrate her results. Check out how she’s taken action to shed the pounds.

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What was your motivation?
Two years ago, I had twins. After pregnancy, I hit rock bottom emotionally and physically. That’s when I decided it was time for a change.

How did you change your eating habits?
I began to eat 5-6 times a day to speed up my metabolism. I stopped eating sweets, chips and fried foods. I also stopped drinking juice and soda. I don’t follow a specific diet plan. I just try to eat as lean and clean as I can. Things like lean meats and fresh produce. I eat high protein meals and complex carbs. The biggest lesson I’ve learned is that nutrition is EVERYTHING. You cannot put train a bad diet.

What did your workout routines look like? How often did you workout?
I do HIIT workouts (High Intensity Interval Training) 4-5 days a week for 1 hour.

Starting weight/Current weight
My starting weight was 320 pounds. My current weight is 290 pounds. My height is 5’3″.

When did you start your journey?
I started this journey in August of 2016. So far, it’s been about 4 months. This is only the beginning.

What advice do you have for others who want to lose weight?
Stay consistent, don’t give up. If you fall off, it’s ok. Just pick up where you left off. Be in a constant state of prayer.

 

Naubby lost 70 pounds

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This year I decided I wouldn’t pass up any opportunities&pursue anything I desired, no matter how much anxiety it gives me or how uncomfortable I become. Because #comfortzones will never allow anyone to progress. Let me tell you, during this process of taking risk I’ve experienced a lot of failure just 23 days into 2018. Lol And being told NO has gotten to me more than I wanted it to. But I have heard good news too. 😊Either way I am accepting all of it today. New Day. More Opportunity. GET UNCOMFORTABLE! ▪ ▪ ▪ Side note: Lifting weights have been paying off & it feels sooo good to never dread a workout like I did in my before pic.💪💪 Shout out to @bowflex for giving me the best 14 mins of hell workouts at the start of my journey. lol Results dont lie! Consistency is key! Just keep going! #transformationtuesday #lafitness #dfw #dallas #dallasblogger #fitness #bowflex #bowflexmaxtrainer  #sweatcoin #lifting

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Update Sept 2017: Naubby lost 53 more pounds for a total of 122 pounds gone. We asked her to share how she’s kept the weight off and continued to get results.

naubby before and after

Staring weight: 365 pounds
Current weight: 243 pounds

How have you maintained your success?
I’ve changed the way I think. I truly believe that I can achieve my goals if I put the effort in. I set new goals for myself every month. Whether it’s a goal weight, inches to lose, etc. Also, I stopped comparing myself to me at my heaviest. Instead, I compare myself to more recent points on my transformation journey. To make sure I’m reaching my goals, I take lots of pictures.

What has worked for you in terms of eating habits and exercise?
Counting calories before eating each meal and eating healthy, properly portioned meals works for me. I try not to eat after 8pm and I work out 4-5 days a week. I do at least 30-45 mins of cardio, along with a few core workouts and weight lifting.

What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned?
I am my own motivation. Every time I over eat, skip a workout or binge eat sweets, I see the negative results and it teaches me a lesson. I stay encouraged going through life’s ups and down because I know that I’m in control. My body will do exactly what I allow it to do.

At this point, would you offer any new or different advice to people who want to lose weight?
1) Control your mind. Weight loss is a mind game.
2) There will never be a good time to start. In fact, I recommend starting at a challenging time in your life. No matter what resposibilties we have, life is happening all around us and time waits for no one.
3) Put yourself first. I’ve learned that I will never be happy unless I am the best version of me.

Transformation of the Day: Naubby lost 70 pounds. She was tired of feeling that low feeling that comes with giving up on something you really want. Since Summer 2016, she’s been working hard to change her lifestyle and release the weight. Check out how she took action.

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I was feeling really low this morning until I looked back on my journey. I’m feeling motivated again, so I’ve decided to share my story for anyone is feeling like me today.

What was your motivation?
The feeling that I felt after giving up so many times keeps me going. I’ve never feel more low in my life than when I give up on something. I’ve been trying to reach my weight loss goal since 2010. My inspiration is seeing other people’s transformations and thinking about a life with no limitations for once. It’s ridiculous how hard we are on ourselves when we’re overweight. It’s as if we can’t fulfill any other goal or achieve anything else being overweight. I don’t think I will ever be truly happy until I finally accomplish this goal first.

How did you change your eating habits?
I counted calories and added more protein, veggies and fruit. I only drink 0-5 calorie drinks. I cut out high calorie food that left my stomach empty. I also stopped snacking when I really wanted a meal. When I’m craving something sweet..I eat it. If I want a beer or bloody mary…I drink it. Balance is Key.

What did your workout routines look like? How often did you workout?
I work out 5-6 days a week for about 35-60 minutes. I do cardio on the elliptical and stair master.

Starting Weight/Current Weight
My starting weight was 365 pounds. My current weight is 295 pounds. My height is 5’4″.

How long did your transformation take?
I started in June 2016, so it’s been 6 months so far.

What advice do you have for others who want to lose weight?
Keep going. When you give into temptation, miss a few workouts, don’t see results or feel left behind, Go harder. Set new goals and keep going! Also, take before pics… even when you hate doing it!

BWLW, Thanks for keeping me motivated with your transformations!

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