woow this really motivates me thank you for sharing.... :D

amazing !!!!

This is amazing. Seriously an inspiration! I am honestly in shock about your results. They are utterly unbelieveable. COngrats! I hope one day I can have some success like that.

Yea! Congrats...you look amazing!!

You are amazing ! I am totally inspired by your transformation.You look like a different person.
It really makes me want to keep going and not give up once again because my weight hasn't changed in 3 days even though I am following the Ideal Protein diet to a T and everyone else seems to be losing weight so much faster and more successful than me.I am just going to hang in there and not cheat for as long as it takes.I want to be healthier and get off cholesterol medication that I feel I shouldn't be on at my age.
I want to be able to feel comfortable in my own skin and be carefree when it comes to my weight and appearance and most important my health.
I want to set a good example for my son.I want to enjoy life to the fullest like I did growing up as a child.
I refuse to give in to my weaknesses of overindulging in sweets for a momentary "high" followed by lifelong consequences that are doing me harm.

I am really impressed and inspired by your achievement and wish you nothing but the best for your ongoing life of health and freedom of those unnecessary pounds.
Great job !

Unbelievable. Truly an inspiration.

that is so awesome! you look great!

this thread is awesome! and wow you are so lucky to have very minimal (if any) loose skin!

very inspirational!

Wow. I can't believe that... Lol.. Please share your secret, tips here.. Congrats to you LBLAZY

WOW!!!! You are now my new inspiration lol. Well done!!!!!!!!

Oh wow. You sound like you were like I am right now. I am 22. I graduated in December 2010 and I have another graduation coming up in May 2012. My main problem area is my tummy too. I'm about the weight you were when you started and I'm aiming for the same goal. I too put on about 50 lbs after HS.

But, I am also Insulin Resistant, but I don't plan on letting that stop me- I will do what needs to be done.

Thank you so much, you're an inspiration to me, and I'm sure many more people. :D

I have seen many wonderful stories here over the years but I can't think of another that is such an awesome transformation in such a short time.

Your story reminds me of my daughter's hard work over the years to accomplish amazing things in her work and sports when some thought such things were not possible.

I just love your graduation (gown) picture! :D

I am so happy for you! :)

You deserve to feel so proud! :carrot:

Hi there Malamaza, I apologize for the delay in response, but hopefully you're still checking in and I can provide you some answers to the questions you asked!!

When I was losing I was eating three meals/ 2 heavier snacks a day...at the start of my weight loss I was pretty clueless about nutrition and whole foods so I suck with mostly "diet foods" like lean cuisines, 100 calorie snack packs, etc. While I learned more about less processed foods I ended up making simpler foods that would hold me over longer...I definitely because a volume eater. I now LOVE huge "kitchen sink" type salads

But anyway I think a typical example day while I was losing was
Bfast - oatmeal/peanut butter/raisins/cinnamon

apple for snack

Lunch - turkey lettuce mustard on sandwich thin
dannon light & fit (now I wouldn't touch those chemicals, only greek for me now...protein is worth the extra calories)
baby carrots

string cheese or 100 cal snack pack for another snack

Dinner - lean cuisine, low cal soup, or baked chicken breast/broccoli/sweet potato

So yeah, I lost the initial 90 lbs through calorie counting focusing on making smarter choices, choosing more natural and whole foods and avoiding most processed foods, although I didn't completely rule out anything! I found that moderation is key in order to make this a lifestyle change. I also worked out 5-6 days a week and continue to do so, although I was more vigorous in my work outs when I was trying to lose. Best of luck with everything!

You can do it girl! I'm a testament to that! :)

Thank you so so much, I feel like a broken record, but really, you've just got to believe in yourself and find the inner motivation and just keep working towards your goals, you can do it! I believe in you!! :)

Thanks to you all SOOOO much!!! :hug:

You definitely can if I could! Just take it one day at a time, even one meal/decision/bite at a time and overtime it will all pay off! Thank you!!!

I can definitely relate to your words, I've so been there. Don't give up! I promise you that the hard times are worth it all in the end! Overindulging happens, we all make mistakes with eating...I definitely struggle some days to stick to my new lifestyle, but that's realistic and life. As long as the good days out weigh the bad and you're continually making the right choices you will not only be healthier on the outside but inside as well.

Yes, I do consider myself quite blessed considering other transformations with 100+ lbs losses! I think I owe it too good genes, rate of loss, and strength training! Thank you! :)

Wish I had a secret, I just eat a lot healthier, focus on moderation so I don't feel deprived and work out 6x a week at varying intensities! It's the recipe for my success!

:D Thanks!

Thank you for your kind words, I believe you can do it!!!! Feel free to message me for any support! I'm here for you girl! :)

Oh thanks so much EZMONEY! I always continually read your posts and found a lot of inspiration from them as I frequented these forums steadily during my loss. Your kind words and amazing compliments mean a lot to me!!! Congrats on all your daughter's success!!!!

OMG, your transformation is amazing. We're around the same height, and you're ultimately where I'd like to be -- ****, even if I could run <1 mile, I'd be pretty darn happy. Thank you for describing how and when you started running. It makes me feel better that not everyone just gets up one morning and can run a 5k, but gradual steps are necessary and more realistic. =] Did you ever experience bad/sore knees when running? Did you find that the shoe you run with makes a big difference?