Chroma's Weight Loss Update/Support Thread! [Pics]

So, I start a new exercise regimen tomorrow. I'm so exited! I'm easing my way into my new diet, because it's going to take a lot of getting used to. It's one I plan on adopting for the rest of my life, so I'm slowly eliminating bad habits one by one to keep from relapsing.

Starting Stats:

w: 185 lbs (84kg)
h: 5'4" (64cm)
I don't really believe in BMI, especially since I have a weird body structure any way.

Goals:
40lb -50lb overall weight loss.
I'm not sure how many inches that would be?
Size 6
Be able to run 3 miles in a day.
Stop smoking completely.
Completely adopt new diet/lifestyle.
Work out a minimum of 4 times a week.

And now, the before pictures.
(Ignore the messy room. I'm in the process of getting rid of a lot of DDs things.)




Honestly, I didn't know how badly I looked until I took these...but that's okay! I'm taking proactive steps to a healthier me, and I'm ready to take them head on! Any advice and support will be greatly appreciated. <3 Also, if you want to be work out buddies, PM me!

There's a few members here who have started the myfitnesspal with me. Its good for motivation & support

Quoting Misty Walls:" There's a few members here who have started the myfitnesspal with me. Its good for motivation & support"

I've heard some good things about that. I'll definitely check it out. Is it free?

<blockquote><b>Quoting Chroma Hex [+1]:</b>" I've heard some good things about that. I'll definitely check it out. Is it free?"</blockquote>


Yeah. You can do it online or get the app. Personally I like the app better. My usernames mistywalls82 if you would like to add me

Quoting Misty Walls:" <blockquote><b>Quoting Chroma Hex [+1]:</b>" I've heard some good things about that. ... [snip!] ... You can do it online or get the app. Personally I like the app better. My usernames mistywalls82 if you would like to add me"

I'll look into it more tomorrow and then I'll add you! Thanks!

I meant to post this in Weight Loss and Fitness. =/ Oops.

I just went from 175-147 (I'm 5'3) over several months. Its hard work, but you CAN do it! I'm in a size 6 or 8 depending on brand and feeling good. Getting those first few pounds gone will REALLY motivate you.

I have some before and after pics in my previous threads if you scan through them---I haven't posted any "After" pics since DH came home from deployment last month---been busy   and haven't lost (or gained) any since then. Plus, being pregnant, I've abandoned all ideas of losing and just concentrating on maintaning and staying healthy for The Squish (DS's name for the baby)

Again, GOOOD LUCK xD
LO is supposed to be here in 3 weeks unless he decides to come sooner! Can't wait to get started on my weight loss journey too   and I like how you did this thread/stat post. I think I'll do this too...minus the pictures. I'm too embarassed to post those lol.

Quoting P Pickle Pants:" I just went from 175-147 (I'm 5'3) over several months. Its hard work, but you CAN do it! I'm in a size ... [snip!] ... abandoned all ideas of losing and just concentrating on maintaning and staying healthy for The Squish (DS's name for the baby)"

I love looking at before and after pics! Thanks, I'll definitely check them out!

I heard it gets harder to lose weight as you go on...but I'm hoping to get to my first milestone of 20 lbs. I feel like once I reach that, it'll be on the road to becoming a lifestyle decision for me, and it'll be easier to work out. I get discouraged easily though, so I know I'll need a lot of support. =[

Quoting Kristin B.:" Again, GOOOD LUCK xD LO is supposed to be here in 3 weeks unless he decides to come sooner! Can't wait ... [snip!] ... I like how you did this thread/stat post. I think I'll do this too...minus the pictures. I'm too embarassed to post those lol."

Pfffft hottie. <3 Do it anyway. Even if you don't feel comfortable enough to post them, take some. It'll be important to your motivation to actually see the changes your body is going through.

Quoting Chroma Hex [+1]:" Pfffft hottie. <3 Do it anyway. Even if you don't feel comfortable enough to post them, take some. It'll be important to your motivation to actually see the changes your body is going through. "

I'll definitely take some for reference...but I'd literally die if I posted them here. I'm really over weight   *tear*