Today’s Feature: Christine has lost 77.5 pounds.
She says,
BEFORE: I was Living Large and in Charge.
Standing at 6’2, I have always been a STATUESQUE and confident BBW. My weight sky rocketed from consoling myself with food and eating my grief away when my mom and dad died 5 days apart. AFTER: I’m healthier and happier. Thank you Lord for blessing me with strength, endurance, agility, ability, motivation, an encouraging husband, and a knowledgeable fitness staff to guide me on this journey and do it the NATURAL way!! Total loss thus far 77.5 lbs, a comeback after 2 setbacks: broke my right ankle, tore ligaments and tendons, had ankle surgery and rehab; 2 months after being cleared to return to the gym, I sprained my left ankle. Had to start from scratch and keep it moving. No bariatric surgery, no pills, or gimmicks……pure sweat, discipline, determination, prayer, a few broken bones, lots of cardio, and healthy eating habits. If I can do it, you can too!! Please be encouraged!!
BEFORE: I was Living Large and in Charge.
Standing at 6’2, I have always been a STATUESQUE and confident BBW. My weight sky rocketed from consoling myself with food and eating my grief away when my mom and dad died 5 days apart. AFTER: I’m healthier and happier. Thank you Lord for blessing me with strength, endurance, agility, ability, motivation, an encouraging husband, and a knowledgeable fitness staff to guide me on this journey and do it the NATURAL way!! Total loss thus far 77.5 lbs, a comeback after 2 setbacks: broke my right ankle, tore ligaments and tendons, had ankle surgery and rehab; 2 months after being cleared to return to the gym, I sprained my left ankle. Had to start from scratch and keep it moving. No bariatric surgery, no pills, or gimmicks……pure sweat, discipline, determination, prayer, a few broken bones, lots of cardio, and healthy eating habits. If I can do it, you can too!! Please be encouraged!!
Diamond says
Christine congratualtions on your weight loss, what a blessing reading your story has been for thank you for sharing. I have just starting this week to make that life chage and get my weight on track and your story has truly blessed and encourage my soul.
Stay strong in your endeavers and keep up the good work. Be Blessed!
Diamond
Christine says
Diamond, thank you so much and best wishes for lots of success on your weightloss journey!!!
Cheryl pleasant says
I’m so proud of you. I keep trying but just can’t seem to get started
Donna Shah says
I’m having the same problem. Not so much “getting started” but more like “staying the course”. I am realizing I just have to do it, and expect that I may do it imperfectly, but at least doing it imperfectly is better than NOT doing it perfectly…ya feel me. I am reading Dr. Fuhrman’s book “Eat To Live” and am going to start imperfectly this Monday 10/29….wanna join me. If so, friend me on facebook at Donna Perez Shah…with a small msge so I remember who you are. let’s do this. I believe I can lose the 30-40 lbs I wanna lose and be HEALTHY without drugs, surgeries, pills or shakes (skipping meals)…I so want to prove it, but I too, need help, support and to just freakin get started.
Burgundie says
Hi Donna-
Your story sounds like mine. Although I have about 20 more pounds than you that I want to lose. I also am going to be following Dr. Fuhrmans. Not completely, but a version. Let’s do this. Buuuuut, I can’t friend request you for some reason. Hopefully, you see this.
VeryBonita1 says
I just came from my Dr’s visit and was told I have what is called fatty liver a condition that is caused by being obese, too much fat on the liver that could cause a whole lot of other problems. The good news is that it is reversible with weight loss. I too need all the help and encouragement I can get! I have two children to live for. I need to get this weight off of me for the love of my family.
Jacquin says
VeryBonita1, looks like we’re all in the same boat. Together we can get this thing to shore. I’m on FB under Jacquin Kanona White or jacquin_keith@comcast.net
Jacquin says
Hey Cheryl Pleasant! You sound a lot like me. I desire and dream of losing weight (thank God I’m pretty healthy but I know I can always do better), and I honestly know the things I need to do, but I’m not a self-motivated type of person. I try to think my way into weight loss, but I know that faith without works is dead. Not sure where you’re located but like others have stated, maybe we can start and endure this journey together. I’m also on FB under Jacquin Kanona White or you can reach me at jacquin_keith@comcast.net. Let me know!
Christine says
Cheryl thank you!! Don’t give up, be encouraged and keep trying. This month’s challenge is a great way to jump start your way to a healthier you. Please feel free to contact me through the Facebook link attached to our group and I can try and suggest some things that may help.
Christine says
Cheryl thank you!! Don’t give up, be encouraged and keep trying. This month’s challenge is a great way to jump start your way to a healthier you. Please feel free to contact me through the Facebook link attached to our group and I can try and suggest some things that may help.
Debra Ann says
Can I say, WAY TO GOOOO !! So Proud of YOU – SO Proud FOR U !! So freakin’ encouraged. YEP! So encouraged. I see that God has given you double for your trouble! You Loook Like A SUPER STAR ROCK STAR ! AWesome !!
Christine says
DebraAnn, I so appreciate your kind and complimentary words!!
candi smith says
Way to go!
Christine says
Thanks Candi!!
Shelley says
Awesome job! Stay encouraged! You are an inspiration to many!
Christine says
Hi Shelley! There are some days that I do get a little discouraged or feel guilty for indulging in food items I know aren’t the healthiest choices!! It’s definitely a daily struggle but I regain focus and challenge myself to do better. If I know I’m going to have ice cream or sugar, I put forth extra effort to burn the calories, fat, and sugar off with additional time on my workouts;)
Roxanne Vigne says
Congratulations on your achievement, your story touch my heart because I am 6 2 1/2 and it is nice to see tall women my size doing it and bein healthy. Most of the times you see women our height they are stick thin models. Exicted and happy for you!!!!!!KUDOS
Christine says
Hey Roxanne! I’ve been “big and tall” pretty much my entire life. I’ve use my stature to my advantage in sports and also try to set an example to the world that “big girls” are also, beautiful, chic, and have it goin’ on!! Big and tall, I can still do it all;)
Relisca says
I am so proud of you keep up the good work. You absolutely beautiful!!!!
Christine says
Relicsa, thank you for the positivity!!!
Renita says
Your weight loss is the best I’m encouraged. I will try praying about it also. Thanks
Christine says
Renita, please be encouraged. I pray that the good Lord continues to bless me with the discipline to stay the course with healthy eating habits and daily exercise; to do away with any self-doubt and be successful when challenging myself; and to not succumb to any distractions of sneering onlookers, and to keep moving forward o a healthier me. I will pray the same for you!! Lets do this!!
Jackie says
I am encouraged Christine, We can do all things through Christ who strengthens us!! Thank you God! God is truly amazing and so are you!
Christine says
Jackie, yes! Yes! Yes!! I luv me some Jesus!! I couldn’t be successful without him in my life!!
staffy b says
Oh my goodness! Your story is positively incredible! I an totally encouraged! I will never complain again. You are a true success story. After all you’ve been through you still managed to better yourself.You are going on my refrigerator as a reminder That I can do it! Stay encouraged!
Christine says
Staffy B, wow!! Your words are very touching! I’m flattered and honored. Thank you and “YES YOU CAN!!”
ANGIE says
GOOD JOB!! looking good! keep up the hard work!
Christine says
Thanks Angie!! I’m trying my best!
Shelmira says
Christine, im so glad I came across your story,i used to say I was large and in charge, now im just LARGE!!. I’m 5’11 and I wear size 28. Your success has inspired me. I want to do so much and this weight is holding me back. As of today, its a new me!!! HATS OFF TO YOU!!! Uuuuu go girl!!!
Christine says
Shelmira, get revved up because YOU ARE IN CHARGE;) Make healthier food choices, get in some physically activity, and puh yourself!! FOCUS, FOCUS, FOCUS…..you’ll get there!
Johnny Bynum says
Christine:
Read your story!!!!!’ Way to go! That’s quite an accomplishment and it makes me proud. Keep up the great work. (Looking great and I’m sure feeling great!) -JohnnyBynum