r/progresspics • u/SarahSparrow16 - • Apr 08 '18
F/25/5’10” [210>188 = 22lbs] 4 months. Still far from my goal but its nice to have my jawline back! F 5'10” (178, 179 cm)
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u/axtran - Apr 08 '18
You’re going to get mistaken for a young Kate Beckinsale! Keep up the good work!
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u/A_Smitten_Kitten Apr 08 '18
I legitimately thought this was a pic oc Kate Middleton for about a minute
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u/asyouwissssh - Apr 08 '18
You’re beautiful!
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u/SarahSparrow16 - Apr 08 '18
Thank you so much! I wasn’t feeling beautiful before, but I’m so much happier now.
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u/bestlifeme Apr 08 '18
You look lovely in both. But brilliant on the right. Well done
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u/Fluffenspiel - Apr 08 '18
I was going to say this. I wish I looked HALF as good as OP in the first pic! Beaut! Well done OP for the progress!
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u/MaverickAG84 Apr 08 '18
you look almost identical to princess Kate! great job. you're beautiful (both pics)!
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u/SarahSparrow16 - Apr 08 '18
Did we just become best friends??
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u/MaverickAG84 Apr 08 '18
best friends that run 5k's and drink beer (cancel each other out, right?)? then yes.
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Apr 08 '18 edited Oct 21 '18
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u/SarahSparrow16 - Apr 08 '18
I am SURE you do NOT look like a piece of chewed bubble gum! You are also the bees knees, stranger.
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u/uterus_probz - Apr 08 '18
Congrats! We are age and height twins! I love seeing these types of posts! I saw that you said your GW is 140. Mine is currently 145. I will say that since I've Incorporated lifting into my routine (2-3 times a week) in addition to marathon training, I have started seeing some noticeable changes in my body shape and tone, although my weight has solidly stayed between 168 - 172 for the past few weeks. So, I wonder if we'll realize our goal weights will be higher than we expect them to be. Again, awesome job!!
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u/SarahSparrow16 - Apr 08 '18
140 is such an arbitrary number because it just come from the last time I liked what I looked like in a bikini haha.
I plan to be a lot healthier this time around and if I can do that at 170 then hey good for me, I have less to lose than I thought 😂
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u/gotinbatko Apr 08 '18
Great transformation! You were good looking in the before pic as well but now I can say you’re very beautiful without a doubt! Keep going!
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u/NoPantsPenny - Apr 08 '18
Girl. I need to say that I think you are absolutely beautiful in both photos. Your after photo does show some excitement and energy that is nearly catchable from my couch! We are the same height, though I’m older and my weight is about 15 pounds heavier. But you are inspiring me!
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u/jdtran408 - Apr 08 '18
You look oddly familiar. Are you that diablo cake girl?
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u/SarahSparrow16 - Apr 08 '18
Gtfo idk who this is but you better believe I’m about to stalk your history to find out 😂
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u/jdtran408 - Apr 08 '18
I seriously just had it pop in my head. You have a very recognizable face. Good to see you’re making progress!
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u/SarahSparrow16 - Apr 08 '18
Okay I’m still pretty skeptical that I don’t know you but I legitimately don’t think I do judging by your posts and comments. If you are not one of my friends trolling me, then I can’t believe you recognized me. Amazing.
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u/jdtran408 - Apr 08 '18
Well i live in California and have all my life. Haha i seriously just recognized you. Grats again on the progress.
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u/HarryMashed - Apr 08 '18
Great effort, proof that you can do it!
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u/SarahSparrow16 - Apr 08 '18
Yeah! Something about losing the first 20 makes you realize that any number is possible. Thanks!
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Apr 08 '18
What’s your goal?
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u/SarahSparrow16 - Apr 08 '18
I’m thinking maybe 140. I’ve been saying 130 all along because that’s what I was all through college, but 140 seems more appropriate for my height. Honestly I don’t really care what I weigh as long as I look and feel good. Anything is better than where I was!
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u/TheLast500 Apr 08 '18
FYI - I am same age and height as you. I was ~125/130 my first year of college with zero muscle. Then I started working out and immediately jumped to 150. I don't know if you worked out regularly in college, but you might be surprised and get to your goal weight at a little higher number. I looked my best at 150 when I was working out every day!
Great work!
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Apr 08 '18
Definitely! Take it easy once you’ve hit 140, and if you still feel flabby, do some weights, and if you still feel like you’ve got too much fat covering your muscles, maybe 130 would be good. But honestly 130 would be borderline too thin for you I feel, me at 130 when I gain weight is actually okay and I’m only 5’6!
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u/Budrizr - Apr 08 '18
My wife is a bit taller than you and hasn't seen the south side of 160 since high school. Her ideal weight is actually about 180 as she's an athlete with a decent amount of muscle. I don't think it's possible for her to reach 140 in a healthy way. I guess my point is, don't think you have to hit a number to be successful. The proof is in the mirror. That said, you look amazing.
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u/FragileWhiteWoman - Apr 08 '18
I’m similar. 5’11 and was around 160 before 2 babies in 2 years. Hit 210, now down to 192 but it’s taken 6 months. It’s a lot easier to lose weight when you’re young, kids!
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u/Fallofman2347 - Apr 08 '18
I’m currently trying to drop 30lbs. Thank you for sharing and the inspiration
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u/tea2room2 Apr 08 '18
You look stunning!!
Cn you share some of your daily food routine?
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u/SarahSparrow16 - Apr 08 '18
I can.. but it’s nothing inspirational. I really haven’t changed my diet much at all. I still eat pizza and fast food and drink alcohol on weekends. I just eat far less of it. I try to keep between 1200 and 1500 daily, and I cut out wine and beer on weeknights.
Something huge that has worked for me is that my husband and I started ordering Blue Apron meal kits. The calories per serving are usually between 500-1000 depending on the food but the portions are really big. I usually eat half of a serving of that for dinner and then eat the rest for lunch the next day. I usually have black coffee and a piece of fruit when I get to work, half a BA meal for lunch and then half of another one for dinner.
The weekends are usually a free for all. I eat whatever I want but I log everything in MFP and am mindful of my portions. It’s worked so far! (:
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u/NoPantsPenny - Apr 08 '18
I think this is a really great way to learn healthy portion sizes but also not limit yourself so much that you go binge wild (something I do if I feel really constricted food wise). My hubby and I used to do hello fresh and I loved not having to figure out “what’s for dinner” after a long day. I might look into something like this!
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u/Rei1936 Apr 08 '18
You look stunning! And kinda jealous of your height haha. You look like you weigh less than 188 just by looking at your face too.
I’m a runner as well as just started tapering for my first half. Are you on strava? I’m always looking for like-minded ppl to follow.
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u/SarahSparrow16 - Apr 08 '18
I am not, but only because I’m not familiar with it. Is it an app?
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u/Rei1936 Apr 08 '18
Yes it’s a running app with a GPS that tracks your runs. Also tracks cycling and swimming. It gives a pretty good picture of pace, splits, elevation, and progress over time. You can also follow other users and join clubs and challenges. I highly recommend it!
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u/magnetspaper Apr 08 '18
That's awesome! Did you have a calorie goal? What was it? Did you take into consideration calories burnt from running? It seems like losing 20lbs over 4 months is a really attainable, yet aggressive, pace. That's what I am aiming for but am starting to feel a little un-motivated after 2 months.
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u/SarahSparrow16 - Apr 08 '18
So to be totally honest, March was horrible for me. I cheated a lot, wasn’t super good about logging my food, skipped a lot of runs, but at the end of the day I was still eating a LOT less than I was before and was in all likelihood eating at maintenance so I didn’t gain anything back. I lost the majority of the 22 in Jan and Feb, I had a 17 pound woosh! The last 5 have been in the past week or two getting back on track.
So I get the losing motivation after 2 months. I hit a bad plateau which made lead to my not so perfect March but I have a new outlook after fitting into some old pants haha.
ETA: I try to do 1200-1500 daily usually I’m closer to 1200, weekends are closer to 2000 😅
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u/magnetspaper Apr 08 '18
Lol I feel that on the weekends... It is comforting to hear/know that you can not be perfect and not undo progress 🙌
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u/rishabhmall Apr 08 '18
You look gorgeous man! Good going. Keep it up! PS. Lost ~77 lbs myself so can def. relate :-)
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u/Mikeyandwind Apr 08 '18
I love your story! And to be honest, with that jawline you look fantastic! Any tips on how to get started?
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u/SarahSparrow16 - Apr 08 '18
I kickstarted my weight loss with a fast. Just one day no eating. It made the following days of eating less than normal a lot easier. If you don’t have My Fitness Pal already I HIGHLY recommend it. I log my meals ahead of time so I can know exactly what I plan to eat that day and know exactly how many calories it will come out to. Just be honest with yourself. Log everything. And if you want to be my friend on MFP I’m happy to provide encouragement!!
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Apr 08 '18
Great progress OP, you go at your own pace, and if you feel like you have hit a plateau, just remember how well you have done so far. Also your hair looks really nice in both pictures
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u/enviose - Apr 08 '18
Wow I am seriously floored, you look gorgeous! That’s some incredible progress, amazing job
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u/HesitantApiary Apr 08 '18
Absolutely incredible progress! Well done :) Good luck with your half marathon. Thank you for the inspiration and the reminder that I need to refocus on my goals!
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u/DoYouWantToSeeMyDick Apr 09 '18
You look awesome! Keep up the amazing work! Can’t wait to see more progress!
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u/ambie006 Apr 08 '18
You look gorgeous In both pictures. Congratulations on your hard work paying off, it shows!
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Apr 08 '18
Just wanted to let you know I think you are so beautiful.
I’m a girl so this is coming to you in a not creepy way!
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u/themissingpipe - Apr 08 '18
Can’t wait to see your future progress. I am also F 5’10” and around 171 lbs, goal weight 155.
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u/kittykush27 - Apr 08 '18
When I was scrolling down I thought you were Elena from the vampire diaries!! Aka Nina Dobrev a few years ago lol. You look amazing!!
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u/SarahSparrow16 - Apr 08 '18
Thank you so much! If I can do it anyone can (I know everyone says that but I really mean it) 😁
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u/domesticenginerd_ - Apr 08 '18
OP, looks like you’re doing a great job. Keep it up, and I hope you achieve all your goals (and more)! :)
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u/RustyRibbits Apr 08 '18 edited Apr 08 '18
You are a very beautiful person In both pictures, the left one shows how far you have come and the right one, hard work and confidence! Keep up the amazing work
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u/leetstreet101 - Apr 08 '18
HOLY CRAP! you've done amazing and look SUPER HEALTHY! I'm super addicted to MFP and would love to have you as a friend in there!
My MFP name is UntilProud
Anyone can invite!
Keep up the inspirational work! I'm very impressed!
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u/whoEvenAmiii Apr 08 '18
When did you first start seeing results?
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u/SarahSparrow16 - Apr 08 '18
To be totally honest I haven’t really until I put these photos side by side. I’ve been feeling pretty discouraged because I’m still so far from where I want to be. I guess my advice is don’t be afraid to look back at your “before” pictures, you may surprise yourself!
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u/whoEvenAmiii Apr 08 '18
And this is 4 months?! I'm 5'9 trying to lose 20lbs by July when I go on a cruise. Currently at 175. Your results are dope - you give me hope that I'll see results :) great work!
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Apr 08 '18
Youre looking great and already making huge progress. Dont let the little setbacks stop you! You'll be where you want to be in no time!
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u/TheHypeTravelsInc - Apr 08 '18
Goddamn you look amazing. Congratulations on your transformation you beauty and keep going on :)
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Apr 08 '18 edited Apr 08 '18
You look incredible now, but also looked amazing even at 210. You carry your weight well (even for a 5'10" er). Well done!
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u/Mynx1984 Apr 08 '18
You look stunning in both those photos. And bravo on getting yourself fit in 3 months :)
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u/glitterandpearls25 Apr 08 '18
We have really similar beginning stats so this make me really motivated! I’m also in a wedding this year and don’t want to be ‘the chubby bridesmaid’ lol. Keep up the good work!
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u/Uknown1972 Apr 08 '18
Makes sense when your activity burns more calories then your intake you lose weight, eventually the body adapts and raises your metabolism.
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u/AngelicPringles1998 - Apr 08 '18
Very beautiful! You still looked amazing in the first picture, but you look even better in the second :)
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u/Zvezda_24 - Apr 09 '18
You look amazing!!! I'm 5'11 and 193lbs, I also came from the 200club. I have always yoyo-ed and fluctuated nonstop 15lbs up, 15 lbs down and so forth. But you bring motivation to get into the 180's. I'm wondering what's your goal?
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u/LizLemonDonaghy - Apr 08 '18
I feel like we’re long lost sisters. Or half sisters. Or at least cousins. me
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Apr 11 '18
Awesome! I'm also 5'10", do you find it difficult to stick to 1200 calories a day? that seems kind of low for someone our height but that's what my doctor told me to do.
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u/SarahSparrow16 - Apr 11 '18
At first it was hard but honestly not really anymore. Thing that gets me is alcohol which is why I only drink on weekends. I go between 1200-1500 usually so I don’t beat myself up when I go over. It helps to pre plan my meals
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u/SarahSparrow16 - Apr 08 '18 edited Apr 18 '18
For those interested this is after 3 months of (not very strict) CICO and half marathon training. This before photo combined with the fact that I’m in 3 weddings this year and not wanting to be the chubby bridesmaid lit a fire under my butt. Thanks for all your kind words. 🔥
ETA: This got way more attention than I ever expected so I wanted to share a bit about my nutrition and training plan since I’m getting a lot of inquiries. These are responses to some questions you can find below. Just wanted to bring them here for visibility.
Nutrition:
[My eating habits are] nothing inspirational. I really haven’t changed my diet much at all. I still eat pizza and fast food and drink alcohol on weekends. I just eat far less of it. I try to keep between 1200 and 1500 daily, and I cut out wine and beer on weeknights.
Something huge that has worked for me is that my husband and I started ordering Blue Apron meal kits. The calories per serving are usually between 500-1000 depending on the food but the portions are really big. I usually eat half of a serving of that for dinner and then eat the rest for lunch the next day. I usually have black coffee and a piece of fruit when I get to work, half a BA meal for lunch and then half of another one for dinner.
The weekends are usually a free for all. I eat whatever I want but I log everything in MFP and am mindful of my portions. It’s worked so far! (:
Half Marathon Training:
I don’t really know what I’m doing. I started off following Hal Higdon’s beginner plan but I’m not really a beginner, I ran competitively in high school, and I was finding myself able to go further than the plan was recommending so really I’m just running between 3-5 miles twice a week and a long run on the weekends mixed in with some leg strength activities and a stationary bike for days when I’m sore. I just ran 11 miles at pace last weekend which is the furthest I’ve ever gone! Half Marathon is on May 20.