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Old 05-12-2008, 07:16 PM   #1
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Here's some advice....take pictures!!

Since Aug I have lost 27 to 29 lbs ....that comes out to about 3 lbs a month. I'm still losing, not gaining, so I'm ok with it. So tonight as I was getting ready to go to bed I started looking at some pictures from my brothers wedding last Aug. I then compared them to some recent pictures of me.

WOW, what a difference!

Yes I may not be losing as quickly as I'd like and with the rate I'm losing I don't see a difference in myself day in day out but there is no denying the impact that (approx) 3 lbs a month for the last 9 months has made!
Never thought I'd say this but compared to last Aug, I look pretty good now!

Please, please, please take pictures of your journey!! They'll let you see just how far you've come even though the scale doesn't always reflect it.
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Old 05-12-2008, 07:47 PM   #2
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I totally agree! When i first started that was the last thing I wanted to do was take a picture of me!! But after I lost , I was diggin and searching trying to find a pic so that I could comapare. Take them and hide them do what ever you have to but take them you will be glad that you did!!!
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Old 05-12-2008, 07:54 PM   #3
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I tried that. But for some reason in my new pics all I see is my giant head. I'm down 53 lbs and you would think I could see it. I was whining about this the other day to someone and she responded with something about someone else having a big head. Basically I took that to mean I DO have a giant head.

Oh well, I'll try again this weekend. Maybe my outlook will be different.
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Old 05-12-2008, 08:52 PM   #4
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for me, it was the opposite, my kids got digital cameras for christmas, of course had to let them take pics of me, WOW, i couldnt beleive how big, and unhealthy i looked, skin looked bad, oily and circles under eyes......face looked bloated
Thats what got me to start this way of life, started Feb........only about 10 lbs down, but i feel alot better..........
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Old 05-12-2008, 09:34 PM   #5
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I let my sister take a full length pic of me on Mothers day for just thsi reason. I have a partial full body shot from last July at my brothers wedding and I want to compare them.

GREAT advice. And slow sure as HELL beats gaining.

good job!
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Old 05-12-2008, 09:43 PM   #6
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Thanks, I have only lost twenty something pounds, and I recently let my daughter take my pic on her camera phone, It was actually very depressing , but its motivation to stay on plan. I still have over 100 pounds to lose, and I AM going to take a better picture than that one day, just have to keep hanging in there. Great Job you all..we really can do this.
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Old 05-13-2008, 05:23 AM   #7
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Holly,

Thanks for posting this. I am encouraged by all the wonderful, personal journeys. Yours and others' hard earned insight is why I LOVE LCF.

Peace my dear
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Old 05-13-2008, 05:27 AM   #8
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if the tape measure and clothes arent getting any smaller for me, im sure not going to take pictures of myself....

Glad it has helped in your situation
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Old 05-13-2008, 06:56 AM   #9
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I recently looked at before and after pics of me and I really love the difference. I had a really hard time finding one of me at 219 since I always hid from the camera but now I enjoy seeing the progress. I will be sure to take some every time I lose 5lbs so I can see the progress. Great Advice
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Old 05-13-2008, 07:03 AM   #10
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I agree, taking pictures really helps you see how far you've come. I took these along my weight loss journey, and I'm still amazed at the changes. Sometimes when I'm having a bad day, looking at these really makes me feel better

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Old 05-13-2008, 08:28 AM   #11
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Julia your pics are amazing! I have 6 pics over my treadmil that are inspiring as well as an old bathing suit on a hanger!
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Old 05-13-2008, 08:31 AM   #12
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WOW WOW WOW Julia way to go!!!! you should be VERY proud, NO way you look 48!!!!
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Old 05-13-2008, 08:48 AM   #13
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ITA!!!! I took pictures the night before I started losing weight. I was amazed at how truly big I was. I really didn't grasp it. And secondly, looking at them now, I am amazed at how sad my face was.

I took a full-body shot and an up-close face shot. I really saw my weight loss in my face first. It's amazing.
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Old 05-13-2008, 09:11 AM   #14
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Holly I so totally agree!!! Pictures say a thousand words. My befores are so terrible I never looked happy at all! I still have a ways to go but I can look back and and see for myself how far I have come!
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Old 05-13-2008, 11:42 AM   #15
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I agree completely.

I'm learning to play guitar, and it's valuable to record yourself. You don't realize how much progress you're making until you go back to a year-old recording.

Your photo suggestion is the same idea.
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Old 05-13-2008, 11:48 AM   #16
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Agreed! A picture says it all. We can be awfully critical of ourselves, and a picture provides a more objective portrait of our success than looking in the mirror.

I weigh 110 pounds, and I still sometimes see a fat girl. Then I'll see pictures of me someone has taken, and I can hardly believe it's me. We simply don't see what others see, and pictures can help with that.
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Old 05-13-2008, 12:05 PM   #17
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Great post Holly and you're absolutely right.
Pictures speak for themselves and consistency pays off!

Thank you Julia, that is a prime example of photo history!

What you may not see for yourself, others can truly see and just when you think you're not seeing results from the outside it really is the inside that makes all the difference in the outer transformation.

Your journey has been fun to watch Holly and you are a stellar example of consistent behavior with fantastic results....while I know you have stated they have been slow, you have learned so much about yourself on this personal journey....and now look at you!
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Old 05-13-2008, 03:48 PM   #18
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I use to take pictures every month. For some reason I haven't done it for a few months. I need to get back into the habit.. thanks for the reminder.
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Old 05-13-2008, 05:39 PM   #19
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Gracegirl...

One word for you...AMAZING!!!

I looked at your blog and I saw that you were on WW...if you don't mind me asking...why did you change from WW to atkins?

You are truly an inspiration to me!!!
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Old 05-13-2008, 06:14 PM   #20
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Originally Posted by dointhis4me View Post
Since Aug I have lost 27 to 29 lbs ....that comes out to about 3 lbs a month. I'm still losing, not gaining, so I'm ok with it. So tonight as I was getting ready to go to bed I started looking at some pictures from my brothers wedding last Aug. I then compared them to some recent pictures of me.

WOW, what a difference!

Yes I may not be losing as quickly as I'd like and with the rate I'm losing I don't see a difference in myself day in day out but there is no denying the impact that (approx) 3 lbs a month for the last 9 months has made!
Never thought I'd say this but compared to last Aug, I look pretty good now!

Please, please, please take pictures of your journey!! They'll let you see just how far you've come even though the scale doesn't always reflect it.
Yay! You said something nice about how you look!!! I bet the pics look great.
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