I have posted some pics before in my diary. Knowing full well that they weren't "out there" for everyone to comment on.
But I think it is about time that I post in the general picture forum.
Up until yesterday I wouldn't have had the confidence to do this. You see I have been going to a power core class for the last 5 weeks. And in that 5 weeks I have made great progress in my over-all shape. I haven't lost
my weight at a faster rate or anything like that. Just that I think my body is getting toned back up.
Back to yesterday. I have been wearing thses really baggy t-shirts to class because I was too embarassed to be seen in one of those tight workout shirts. Didn't want anyone seeing all my rolls and bulges if ya know what I mean. Well turns out that after 5 weeks of class I really needed to NOT be wearing those big shirts. They were getting in the way of the moves for class. That and everyone could see up/down them when we were doing various positions. Not Cool!
So I bought one of those tight shirts.
Shock of shock.........I look good in it! I mean there are still rolls and bulges but nothing like I was afraid of.
I still have 33 pounds to go to get to my goal of 165. And who knows I may actually go lower but for now that is what I am shooting for.
So anyway here they are:

This is me in Puerto Rico this summer at 230#'s



This is me in early October at 210#'s. Just about the time that I started the PowerCore Class


And this is me today.......literally the pic was taken like 20 minutes ago! LOL
I weigh 198! Thirty-two pounds gone and what a difference it had made! I can't wait to see me in another 30.


So there you have it. I will update as time goes by.

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Great job!!! You can definitely see the difference even in the first pic. A lot in the second. Keep up the good work.

I can see a massive difference. Especially in your mid section.

You should be so proud of yourself! Your hard work is paying off.

Congratulations and keep at it!

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S/C/G: 199/135/125
Height: 5'3

Let me say my dear, that you look FABULOUS!!!
There's such a huge difference in the pictures from PR to now
Can't wait to see more in a few months!
I'm so proud of you
You're amazing miss bell, and don't forget that!
xoxoxox
elle

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PeaEss:
Those big block boxes of legos are awesome! I loved them when I was younger. lol.

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You can certainly tell a huge difference!! Keep up the hardwork!

I also noticed that big shirts are horrible at making me feel better about weight. When I wear something that actually fits and is close to the body, I think "gee...I really made myself look horrible with the baggy clothes!" lol

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You look fantastic, keep up the great work you will be there in no time.

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Thanks for all the nice comments!
It is so amazing to me to see the results. I knew I was losing weight and I knew my clothes were fitting "baggier" but until I put that shirt on I just didn't see it.
Thanks Again!!!!

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Wow Bell
I visit your diary regulary and have seen the second picture and saw a huge difference on it already but the most recent one knocked me on my a$$!!!! WOW girl you look fabulous!!!! I am so happy for you!!!
Can't wait for the "after" picture!!!!
keep up the good work
Hajni

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Motivation is what gets you started. Habit is what keeps you going.

Thanks Hajni~
I was kinda blown away myself! LOL It is funny how we don't even "recognize" our own selves. Guess they were right when they said that clothes make the girl! hahahaha
Last night I kept looking at the pictures trying to imagine what I will look like with another 30 pounds gone. I just couldn't do it. So I can't wait to see that picture myself! LOL
Catch ya later!

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We've had those particular blocks now for 6 years. And let me tell you little T-Man plays with them all the time!

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I know what you mean. After seeing myself in the "new" shirt I am like, "Where can I get more?!" NO MORE BAGGY SHIRTS FOR ME!

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Thanks so much for your kind words.
I love Austraila and want to go there some day. Had 2 chances in school to be an exchange student but alas we never had enough money for me to go.
Thanks again!

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Yes, you've come a LONG way--30 pounds is a lot to lose and takes so much hard work and dedication! Congratulations and we're all eagerly awaiting more weight loss pictures! YAY!

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high: 171 on 10/5/04
CURRENTLY AT GOAL! 143-138
Vacation goal: come back at where I left off or less a pound

Nice job.

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Start weight 217lbs [36"] Feb 07//Current weight 161lbs [32"]
Goal ~17% body fat. Body fat=18.6% / BMI - 24.8