ohfaithful - don't worry about being half of what I am - focus on being more, better, stronger than YOU are today. You'll get there!

Ilia - thank you.

Danni - thank you, also. Sensible isn't flashy, but it works over time (and you can keep doing it for the long-term).

Wow you are amazing! I read tat whole story and love it!

Minya - thank you! :wel3fc:

oh wow amanda. What an inspiring story! I know you worked hard for it! congratulations!

Texas - Thank you so much. It still, to this day, blows my mind that I can be an inspiration like that to ANYONE. Still, I'm so glad if I can help just one person out there!

Jendiet - it IS hard work, and I did work hard (and work even harder to maintain almost 2 years!). But it's totally, totally worth it.

Wow!!! Your story is amazing. Thank you for sharing you are an inspiration to me and many others. Awesome!!

Vivian...thank you!

Thank You so much for posting this. I am so pumped up right now after reading your story. You are truly an inspiration and my new motivation. When I feel I can't do this anymore I will come here and say, "YES I CAN". I have struggled long enough. I weigh around the same as when you started and my final goal is the same. You are beautiful!!!

Natoshial - Yes, you can! :cheer:

Thank you so much for sharing your story with us. You truly are an inspiration to me and many others here :hug:

Chunkychic - Thanks! You're no slouch either...so close to the 150 lb mark!

Wow! What an amazing, inspiring story! Thanks for taking the time to share it with us! It's people like you that keep me going on my own journey!! Bravo and congratulations on your new life!! :)

You're very welcome, Amanda and thank you so much :hug:

Crazymama - thanks! And THREE pounds from goal? You go! :bravo:

Truly amazing!@!@! Great work. It really is inspirational listening to stories such as yours. I can't believe what a transformation your dieting, exercise, and hard work has caused. My story is just beginning but I feel like I am somewhat of an expert with regards to weight loss. I hope that through my plan I can keep losing the way you did Amanda! Congrats once again!!!

Love your wedding pic, you both look fab!
Don't you hate how we're always referred to as 'a friend'? ;)

Weightloss - thanks!

Kristin - LOL on the "friend" thing. We're officially legally married, so we pretty much correct that now, when it comes up...

Good for you honey, your story and the stories here are what keep me motivated.

Tracy - thanks!

I'm new to this website and am SO HAPPY to have come across your story. Seriously, it made me cry because it was just the encouragement I needed to hear today. CONGRATULATIONS, and I'm happy for you!!

good for you
 

I am so happy happy for you!! Congrats and best of wishes as you continue your journey!! may god bless

OMG that is AWESOME!!!
 

Congrats on reaching your goal....That is almost what my goal will be....thank you so much for that added motivation. :)

Lizzi - thank you so much!

Manderz - LOL - one of my best friends calls me "Manders". You will FIND that skinny girl...she's not lost, just hidden!

Cleobaby - Thank you! :bravo: on your 10 lbs lost!

I have realized that I didn't believe "it" would ever work. I'm starting to now!

Amanda, congratulations!

Question for you. This sounds silly, but can you remember your first day or two of the diet? How did you get through them? how long did it take to "get going"? This is my problem. It seems so easy to surmount, but every evening I get tired and sabotage myself. Any tips appreciated!

You look fab!

Lizcar - it definitely CAN work. I'm proof of that, as are so many others here at 3FC. Keep going!

Cleo...All I can say is that you have to make a COMMITMENT to doing this. Pick a time period. Decide that, for two weeks, you're going to do X, Y, and Z healthy behaviors. I actually made myself a sticker chart - stickers for each behavior I did (stayed under calorie goal, cardio, strength training, etc) leading up to a reward when I got so many in a week. After a week or so, it gets a LOT easier...then you just make the commitment to keep going!

I can't believe I didn't get around to checking out this and your photo thread until today. What an amazing and wonderful story; you seem so happy, confident, and simply gorgeous from the inside out. :hug: You've also got me feeling giddy here at my own possibilities of the future. :dizzy: I've barely restarted on my weight-loss journey and seeing those that have done so well makes for a great push!

Oh, and I just love the wedding photo on your profile, you two make such a cute couple!!!

Congrats!!!!

Sirenity - aww, thanks! We're pretty happy :D And look at you go, almost 100 lbs down! You go! :cheer:

Pinupqueen - thanks!

Congrats and thank you for sharing your inspirational story :)

Vy - thanks! :wel3fc:

Didn't read it in full, but started following the guide as soon as I read it! Thanks amanda for the wonderful tips

Well done, well done, well done - you're an inspiration! Makes me want to get out there and do it. Thanks.

Fatkatie - I'm definitely not the only person around with tips! Post, read, and keep going.

Bridietogo - Thanks! You CAN (and SHOULD) jump in and go for it!

Just loved reading your story. A big congrats to you on never giving up and achieving your goals! You are awesome!:D

Your story
 

Congratulations. I feel so insprired. It is such an amazing help hearing from people who have been through it and succeeded. Thank you

Dear Amanda --

Thank you for being such an inspiration! I am close to tears because your story has really made me feel that THIS TIME I can really make the permanent changes to live the long and energetic life that I am always dreaming about. Thank you for showing the way!

Kellost - thank you!

MsShiraz - you can definitely do this! Just stick to your plan and keep going. Can't wait to get to know you better!

Nicolle - soon enough, you'll be one of those people who has done this and moved onto the (no less challenging, but still awesome) world of weight maintenance.

Presence - you ABOLUTELY can! Get going! You're on your way!