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Weight Loss Story of the Day: Angela lost 66 pounds

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Weight Loss Story of the Day: Angela lost 66 pounds.  This proud mom of two was motivated to lose weight after trying to enlist. She set a goal to get healthy and there was no stopping her.  Here is what she shared about her weight loss journey:

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My name is Angela and I’m a single mother of 2. A couple of years ago I decided I want to try enlisting in the Army, when I walked in the recruiters office and stepped on the scale weighing in at 260 pounds I became very driven. At that moment, I decided to take my life back. I began my journey back in 2012. It took me about 6 months. Once I set my mind on a goal, there is no stopping. I’ve always been so solid that I never realized exactly how big I had gotten over the years. I totally changed everything about my eating and began walking in the beginning. It was a slow walk that changed to a brisk walk and now it’s a jog/run. By the time I knew it, I had gotten down to 194 lbs.  Once I really got serious, I started baking not frying and staying away from too many sweets. I drink nothing but water now and eat lots of fruits & veggies. I actually don’t like many veggies so to make things a little easier on me I juice them lol.

Now I’m working towards my personal training certification, hosting fit camps, and even train a few clients. I’ve gone from this really thick stallion to a fit stallion.  My goal is 170 pounds and I will reach my goal. My advice would be to set a small goal/challenge first something like no bread or sweets for 2 weeks or even a gallon of water a day… After that goal is met set new ones push yourself to the limit if you have someone like a teammate that’ll help to encourage you both.  Patience is everything. JUST KEEP GOING…

Instagram: @richcutfitness

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Weight Loss Story of the Day: Danni lost 77 pounds

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Weight Loss Story of the Day: Danni lost 77 pounds.  She set a goal for herself to lose weight over the course of a year and she succeeded.  Interestingly enough, her food allergies that had been limiting for her ended up helping her to lose the weight quickly.  It’s amazing what the body will do when we listen to it and give it the foods that it needs and remove the foods that can hurt us. Read her story to find out more:

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I started the Insanity program last year on April 8, 2013 and promised to share my success the following year. From April 2013 to April 2014, I went from 230 lbs to 160 lbs (height: 5’7″). My goal from April to now was 7 lbs and I have succeeded and went beyond the 7 lbs. I am now below what they call the overweight line for my age and height. I am now toning my body to the desired look I want.

My routine for the year was based on Insanity (modified to the fullest) every few months and a lot of workouts I did on my own.  I did T25 (modified as well) and gym gym gym.  In the gym, I did some cardio and lots of weight training to build fat to eat away at the fat even at rest.  I ate more protein, no processed foods, and only natural sugars like from fruit. With that, I was able to drop 70 lbs in the year.  With all the encouragement, motivation and an allergy to corn, ground nuts, wheat (causing me to cut out a lot of foods), I lost the weight very fast. I had  an accident that messed up my knees, but I didn’t let that deter me.  I decided to work on the body parts I could move without further injuring myself. That’s dedication.

Mind you, I do have over 10 food allergies.  A lot of these foods I still eat, even with the side affects, but my severe anaphylactic reaction comes from corn.  Unfortunately, you’ll find that almost everything you eat and drink/alcohol has corn syrup, corn starch, corn meal, maltodextrin, dextrose and the million other food ingredient names no one knows but scientists that is basically corn based.  My allergies actually are what helped me to shed the pounds even faster. NO, I counted no calories because I am limited as it is. I didn’t want more on me then I can bear, especially with my passion for food.

Instagram: @theworldami

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Marvienne lost 44 pounds

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Today’s featured weight loss before & after story: Marvienne lost 44 pounds by becoming a pescatarian, watching calories and working out.  She is one of our International BWLW members from Netherlands Antilles in the Caribbean.  Here is what she shared with us:

I’m 25 year old and I’ve lost 44 pounds.  My start weight was 85 kilos (187 pounds) and my current weight now is 65 kilos (143 pounds).  I wanted a healthier life and choose to become a pescetarian (vegetarian who eats seafood). I start eating less than I was normally, watching my calories intake and replacing every beverage with water.  I also exercise everyday for 30 minutes or more. For exercise I mostly do Cardio exercises and Jumping jacks. It took me about 1 and a half year, so 18 months.

I am more than happy and feel more confident. This is what I wanted a long time ago! I hope this is an inspiration for you. Thank you.

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Lindsey lost 140 pounds

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Update: Lindsey has lost a total of 140 pounds and her loose skin removal surgery is being chronicled on a new show, Skin Tight, on the TLC network. (Jan 27th at 10pm EST). More info on the show.

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July 2013: Today’s weight loss before and after story: Vlogger Lindsey M. Adams lost 126 pounds.  She realized God’s healthy plan for her life, left an abusive relationship and learned to eat right and exercise with programs like Weight Watchers.  Here is what she shared bout her weight loss journey…

Lindsey weight loss storyLuke 1:37 “ For with God nothing shall be impossible “ That is the foundation that transformed a 5’5″, 307 pound women into a healthy, whole and fit 181 pound woman today. After 126 lbs. lost and still losing; God has been my number one source, provider, intercessor, healer and motivator. I started my Journey in July 2011, after the Lord spoke to my spiritual accountability partner about the enemy’s plan to kill me with morbid obesity. I wore a size 22/24 and weighed over 300 pounds. Most importantly I had low self- value and esteem and was in abusive relationships for over 8 years. I found myself being the “other woman” or the “side-line” piece because I tried replacing my feelings of rejection with male attention. Between July 2011 and October 2011, I lost 26 pounds by walking 1 hour on my local track for 3 days a week. In October 2011, I joined Weight Watchers and a nutritional program called “Body Breakthru”. As a member of these programs, I learned lifestyle changes and ways to face my weight loss challenges. I also joined LA Fitness and became an avid group fitness participant. Over a total of 15 months, I lost my first 100 lbs. Today, I am a size 10/12 and 181 pounds. I am excited to reach my goal and I continue to add variety and intensity to my workouts. I also work diligently to stop over eating and emotional eating, as well as to practice better portion control and honest calories tracking. I have been a motivational speaker for the Weight Watchers’ Jennifer Hudson Center in Chicago.  I am also an online personality creating videos about my weight loss journey on LindseymAdams.com.

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Samentha lost 40 pounds

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Let’s show Samentha some love for achieving a loss of 40 pounds by changing her eating habits with Weight Watchers and working out regularly.  Here is what she shared with us:

My decision to lose weight was the best thing I could’ve made for myself. I gained self confidence, self respect, and learned to love and embrace myself all over again.

I have 2 children with Autism.  Accommodating my life and dedicating all of my time to them caused me to neglect myself. What I finally came to realize was, neglecting myself was just as bad as neglecting the kids. My son and daughter needed me at my best. So, I joined Weight Watchers in July 2012. I lost 30 pounds in the first 3 months. In July 2012, I was 204 lbs. Today, I am proud to say that I am 164 pounds and still losing!

I workout outdoors at least 4 times a week. My routine is mostly running and using weighted jump ropes. I also use free weights at home to tone my arms and squats to work my lower body; especially my buns

It was hard sometimes sticking to my regimen and sometimes I’ve lacked motivation and became discouraged. My friends and family are my backbone. I told EVERYONE I could about my goal. They all helped keep me accountable for my choices and actions concerning my health and lifestyle. I have learned that it does take a village.

I finally feel beautiful and liberated. Hopefully my story can help liberate others. Be happy and be healthy.

Samentha weight loss story