Never been one to really get creative in my writing so hopefully the pictures speak a thousand words.

Last week i hit 251lbs lost. Now able to comfortably fit into my goal size jeans (32). Weight is 181lbs. Would like to get to 179lbs then maybe an additional 5lbs to use as a buffer from when i move from OWL to maintenance.
Might as well regurgitate some before pics and current. To inspire and be inspired.

2009-2012 - Not sure on weight as the then-scale was limited to 400lbs which i would get the good ole Error message. So i go with 400+

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Sad when i continue to wear my sad ripped and worned sweat pants in 100 degree weather. I was to embarrassed to have to go to the XL store to get more and maybe move to 7XL. Don't fret as i had a second pair of sweatpants which i considered my going out pants so i made sure it was kept in good condition..lame i know

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Progress Pics -
Feb 28th, 2014. 324lbs (108lbs lost)

At this point i moved to OWL and while i still wanted lost additional weight my focus had shifted towards measurements and implementing more exercise (10k+ steps daily and 30 minutes elliptical). I bought a pair of 32 levis as my goal jeans

ONEDERLAND - December 18th, 2014 - 196lbs (236lbs lost).. First time i have been under 200lbs in my adult life....

GOAL MET March 6th, 2-15 181lbs (251lbs lost) Days on WOE - 1 year, 6 months, 7 days.
Size 32 pants and large shirt.

Want to say thanks to each and every one of you on this forum.

Congratulations on your journey. Neat that you have a plan for continuing.

Nice work. And if you can fix a car, you can sure as heck fix your own body. That's what I say!

You look AMAZING! congrats on your weight loss, that's awesome!

Wow, such a transformation!!!! Thank you for sharing. Congrats!!!

Absolutely amazing! You really are an inspiration. Congratulations on reaching your goal.

You, sir, are awesome! Congrats on your successes!

I hope that all newbie forum members read your story and come to believe that they too can do this. I know I've drawn so much strength from your example. Your courage and perseverance are nothing short of awe inspiring!

Thanks. Looking to but nervous about maintenance but just take it one day at a time.

True... Actually it will now be easy to do my oil changes since i can actually move and bend down easier

Thank you kindly

Thank you kind.y

Thanks. Amazing is that i still continue to be inspired by other members milestones and stories... Continues to motivate me.

Thank you for kind thoughts.

Thank you kindly and no aided WLS.....Followed DANDR 2002. Even though i was moving a lot more and half the time i was bouncing off the walls i did not do any intentional exercise until i got past the 200lbs loss mark.

^^ Thank you kindly for your thoughts.....

This is absolutely phenomenal - what an accomplishment! You must feel amazing!

Sounds like you have a plan for maintenance, and that's great. I've found that all the great habits I formed when I was losing (I lost slowly) have really helped me maintain all these years. I lost the bulk of my weight in 2011 and I'm back up a few pounds this year, but it's because I had total knee replacement in December and my activity levels have been low. I'm already losing it again and since I just turned 44 (GASP!) I decided it was time to hit my ultimate goal this year. I know I'll do it - and I know that you can do this, too. That, in my opinion, is the biggest benefit to losing slowly - you learn good habits that continue when you work on maintaining.

Congratulations!

Incredible! You look great, too. Btw, what is DANDR? It must be a really good plan!

Wow, Truely Inspirational.. you look awesome.. Congrats!!

HOLY! Congratulations! What an accomplishment. You look much happier now!!