Today’s weight loss success story: Joy lost 38 pounds with working out and building muscle. She is focused on non-scale victories.
Hi! My name is Joy! I have been working out (consistently) for little over a year and a half now and just took a before and after picture of myself. I had no idea of the difference! I am even more surprised that I was able to lose the weight in a very healthy fashion! I cut back my portions, found a way to make healthy snacks opposed to the sugary ones.
I also started working out 5 days a week. I initially began with “Walk Away the Pounds” but since then I have incorporated weights into my workout, building muscle and getting a better cardio workout. I’m currently not sure how many pounds I have actually lost since I stopped weighing myself a while ago. Basically, I started out around 295 and am currently around 257. I found throughout my weight loss journey that I was getting too caught up on numbers and found the scale was causing me more discouragement then motivation. As a result, I was looking pass all the success I was having off the scale (I had more energy, was eating healthy and losing inches!). I have always been bigger and though this did not hinder my personality as a person, I do feel better about myself and feel great when I workout (something I never thought I would say, lol!).
I just wanted to share my story as so many of the stories I see on here have inspired me and caused me to be excited for others! Still I mush on! It is like my body programmed to this new way of living and that feels good! I had to really find what worked for me on this journey and everyday I am pushing myself to do a little more! God Bless!
Denise says
Thank you you are an encouragement.Continue success
Iman says
I have been doing WAlk Away the Pounds for years and it’s a great dvd and motivator!!! Great job girl and I wish you even more success in your weight loss journey! 🙂
Danielle says
Youre doing a great job
Shalinda says
Great joy! I think I’ll stay of that scale also.
Randy says
I am so happy for you. Keep up the good work.
Josie says
First of all, let me say I love that dress! You look great. Thanks for sharing your story. I have been battling with the scale since I begin exercising 12 weeks ago. Yes, battling because it does not appear that my hard work and dedication is present when I weigh myself. I have had to stay motivated and resilient because in spite of the scale I am more energetic, I am sleeping better, and I just feel good the person I am becoming just for taking more control of life and my health. Kudos to you and I wish you continued success on your journey.
Stacy G says
Thank you Joy, for the inspiration! I, too, am not looking at a scale for the same reasons as you! I can tell my body is transforming because I feel better and have more energy!
Tracey says
Thank you for the encouragement. This website is Awesome!
cherron says
you look great keep up the good work
Amy says
Wow! You look great. Thank you so much for posting your story. It is truly inspiring. Keep on doing what you do!
Latoya says
You look great good job, and you are right about the scale it throw you off balance ..
Liz says
You look Fantastic!!! It actually looks like you lost much more than 38lbs. because of increased fitness. Thanks for the inspiration, I needed encouragement today because I have been working my butt off, but the scale will not budge.
joofsquare says
Waw u look awesome n d difference s really amazin.Am also on d journey n cnt wait to reach my target which am very close to by Allah’s grace. Keep it up Joy.
jacky b says
congrats…you look great…..keep up the good work…
Danielle says
AMAZING JOB! KEEP IT UP!
carolynJoanne says
Looking Good, Joy.. Thanks for the inspiration!
Shellie says
Great Job…You have motivated me so much!!
Joy Cox says
Thanks for the feedback everybody!! I really appreciate it! Best wishes on your journeys as well!