2014 – Weight Loss Story of the Day: Catrina lost 519 pounds! If you think that weight loss is impossible or that you can’t do it, her amazing victory is one more amazing example to us that we CAN do it. Here is what she shared with us about her weight loss journey:
My name is Catrina and I have struggled with my weight all my life. At my heaviest, I weighed nearly half a ton, 955 pounds to be exact. Bed ridden and trapped in my home, I thought my life was over. I was unable to walk, couldn’t clean myself, and was a prisoner in my home. I was certain that I would never be able to drive, go to college, work, or even be able to go outside and breathe fresh air. I suffered from sleep apnea, cellulites, congestive heart failure, and was literally being killed by the fat that surrounded my short 5 feet 2 inch frame.
What was your motivation?
My motivation is watching my body transform. I also wanted to be able to finish college and be able to travel again. I had the gastric bypass weight loss surgery at 655 pounds, BUT I had to lose 300 pounds BEFORE any doctor would do surgery on me. I found a doctor in Ohio, Dr. Dean Mikami, took a chance on me and I thank God for that. This journey is hard but someone has to do it.
How did you change your eating habits?
My eating habits are much better now. No more emotional eating. I’m cooking healthier and leaving that fast food stuff alone. I bake almost everything and eat lots of fish, turkey, protein shakes (whey protein powder).
What did your workout routines look like?
I’m going to the gym and doing water aerobics five days a week. That’s good for my joints. I’m also walking a little bit more and just pushing myself more then I ever have.
What was your starting weight?
955 pounds.
What is your current weight?
436 pounds. I will be meeting with a plastic surgeon soon to talk about getting excessive skin removed.
How long did your transformation take?
It’s been 6 years so far and I’m still working on it. I had to learn how to walk and take care of myself all over again but God is truly good!!
What advice to you have for others who want to lose weight?
If you truly want to lose weight it starts you, because you are the only one who’s stoping you. I use to make so many excuses for myself over and over again I had to stop making excuses for myself and just do it.
Catrina’s Facebook Group: 955lbs I thought my life was over
Periscope: Missallboutme
Instagram: @misstrina911
Update 2015: Catrina is raising money for skin removal surgery (Go Fund Me Link). – “After losing over 500 pounds I have been able to improve my mobility significantly, however, I am extremely limited by the extra skin that enclosed 955 pounds of fat. My walking, bending, standing, and sedentary movement is compromised by the extra skin hanging from my body. The extra skin that is restricting my mobility is also restricting my ability to continue reaching my weight loss goal. I am unable maximize workouts and must limit my movement and mobility. I have received approval from my physician to have the skin removed, but need help obtaining the funds required to undergo the surgical procedure. The cost of the procedure and associated fees is $10,000. Although that amount is not a lot of money, it is more than I can afford to pay. I have overcome heart failure, sleep apnea, and weighing nearly half a ton, there is no way a measly $10,000 is going to prevent me from obtaining my goal. This is the reason I need your help today. Although I may stumble, struggle, and even fall, I REFUSE TO LOSE. And with your help, I won’t.”
Update 2016: Catrina has released 573 pounds. At 955 pounds, she was bed ridden and trapped in her home, but she found the strength to fight and her progress is simply awesome. She recently wrote in to say: “I’m feeling amazing I have 200 more pounds to lose, but with God anything is possible! Thanks for always sharing.”
“My motivation is to one day inspire and motivate people. I know my story needs to be heard. When I was 955lbs laying in the bed I didn’t have anyone to look up to for help. I saw people on Jerry Springer that look like me and people made fun of them. So, I want to be the person who changes the face of obesity. People think we are lazy and not motivated. That’s not true for most we just need help and I know God keep me around to use story and show people anything and everything is possible.”
Rita says
This is WEIGHT LOSS STORY OF THE YEAR, not day.
Lama says
Preach, Rita!
Lisa says
Amen! God bless her!!!!
Sherri Granderson says
WOW… Amazing keep up the good work….
Carmen says
Awesome!! Keep up the good work Catrina!
Lori says
I’m so happy for you. Don’t give up.
Sandy D says
This is so awesome I almost cried. To think you did this without the weighloss surgery is so inspiring. I hope tou reach your ultimate goal :-). You Look Wonderful.
Theresa Williams says
To God be the glory Catrina! Your future is so bright! I see you the way that God created you to be and you will accomplish His purpose in the earth with your life. So when you feel like giving up, remember that you are accountable to God Himself, because He has need of you. So as you lay aside the sinful eating and the weight that is besetting you, you WILL BE ABLE TO RUN with patience the race that is set before you looking to Jesus the author an finisher of your faith. Be strong in the Lord my sister – and keep in touch! We’re all cheering you on as another set of your great cloud of witnesses!
Jacqueline says
I want to thank you for your encouraging story. Keep up the good work. Pray god continues to give you the opportunity of your hearts desire. Cause he is able….. God bless you k
shaunta says
You have just motivated me to take the first step
kim wright says
AWESOME! Keep up the good work, my aunt passed away last yearshe couldn’t lose weight and it was hard for her to go any where I wish she was here to read your story.
Tesha says
AWESOME STORY, AWESOME JOB!!!!!!!!!!! This is truly the weight loss story of the year. To know that you actually lost weight the old-fashioned way by dieting and exercise is amazing. The strength it took just to start moving and courage to enter into a gym shows the kind of woman you are. I pray that you continue on this lifelong journey and wish you nothing but the best. It just takes will power and baby you got!!
Margaret says
Praise God!! Keep up the great work!!
Kim says
Your story is Amazing! Congrats on your success this far and may you continue to have more victories!
Danette says
AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME and such and inspiration!!!!!!!
tomieka says
Amazing Trina, you have came a long ways bit nothing keeps you down since we was lil girls you always kept a smile on your face .much blessings to you n keep striving for the best.Love you lots.
Sincerely, T.P:-)
EARLINE BENTLEY says
Hang in there!!!the end results will be awesome!!!!You’re amazing!!!!
lorie says
Amazing job! You are living proof that God is not finished with you yet.
sharonda says
WOW I am in shock, I’ve been reading this with my mouth wide open. Your transformation is amazing,you are amazing, god has great things planned for you.
Kisha says
Praise God! What an amazing testimony. Your story is very encouraging. Thank you for sharing. Keep up the great work!
LaJeune says
Great Job Catrina! What an inspiring story!
Sharonda says
Amazing Catrina!
Stacie Thomas says
You are truly the reality and living testimony of “I can do ALL things through Christ who strengthens me!” I know yo couldn’t havent done this without the power that our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ has already invested in us! I thank God for you journey, your endeavor, your struggle and most of all, your TRIUMPHANT! You are truly medicine for someone else! Love you and God bless and KEEP ON KEEPING ON MY SISTA!
Lucinda Cox says
Congratulations!! That is a Awesome accomplishment!! Be blessed!!!
Bridzette says
Wow, Congrats Catrina!!! Keep up the great work.
Kathy says
May God continue to bless you on this beautiful journey to being the very best you can be. By having the courage to share your story you will save countless lives of people who needed to know it is possible.
EJ says
Screaming Amazing…Girlie! keep going; you look good DIVA!!
Denise says
With God all things are possible ….. GO HEAD ,GO HEAD my sister !!!!
Pria Dawkins says
God is good u r beautiful…an I want u to know this story is a inspiration an motivation story to me an I want to thk god an u for encouraging me as a big woman that I can an I will loss weight…for my myself my health an my 3 babies. thanks alot an if there is anything that is helpful to me will u please email me Mrs.Catrina…thanks again
tlane says
What a mighty GOD we serve!!!.I simply have no excuse!! I don’t have the words to express the level of awe that I feel. You are truly an encouragement to me and so many others.
Anita warren says
Wow. I need to do this
Natalie says
You are looking so good! Your story has really encouraged me!! I’vebeen struggling with my weight all my adult life and now I see with hard work and commitment I can do it! Thanks for sharing your story!
E. Harris says
Simply Awesome !!!!!
vera3625 says
I applaud you on your weight loss journey and my GOD bless you!
Susan says
Praise God! I’m encouraged and God Bless you!
Lesa Rollison says
To God be the glory! Congratulations! I pray that you reach your goal!
reuna says
I’m glad that you were able to use gastric bypass as a tool to lose the weight, it’s unfortunate insurance won’t cover the skin removal, keep on fighting to reach your goals! GOD bless
MsVer says
God is truly amazing!! I am your story just a few sizes smaller!! So inspiring!! Let’s continue to reach our goals!!
Jean says
Glory be to god we give him praise congratulations on your journey may god continue to shine upon you.
Saudatu says
This is great. I pray I can make it!
Nadege says
I wanna try