When I look back at old pictures of myself, I sometimes have a really hard time believing that I'm even the same person. Not only have I transformed into a healthier version of myself... but a more responsible and knowledgeable adult. These pictures are from my freshman year of college ranging from November 2010 - January 2011. At my highest weight, I was 195 pounds... When I saw that number on the scale, only 5 pounds from hitting 200, I KNEW something had to change, I had to start taking care of myself. A size 18 pant wasn't going to be the size I stayed in.
As time progressed, I began to walk more, eat a little less and at the right times. I became more self aware... and as soon as I had accomplished putting mind over matter, the weight began to fall off. My original goal was to weigh 160 pounds so I could fit in juniors' clothes again. The 160 mark came so fast that then... there was nothing to get but better.
I'm now somewhere in the realm of 135 pounds. I am a gluten-free, health nut, busy body that loves to learn everything possible about how I can better keep myself healthy. It took time, patience and a SHIT LOAD of hard work, but now I can look myself in the mirror and feel happy because I have earned my body and my piece of mind. It IS possible to drop that weight, whether is 5 pounds or 500... anything is doable when you put your mind and heart in it.
WOW - what a difference!! You should be very proud of yourself!! Thanks for sharing!!
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