How Things Are Measuring Up, So far
With Friday's setback, I thought it might be time to do a sanity check on my measurements to reinforce the big picture, and how ultimately successful this weight loss program really is.
The "before" stats are actually from when I first started the program back on January 2, 2008. I also posted some Pre-Round 2 stats when I started this blog early on, but to get the full effect of the success, you (and I!) need to see how far I've really come:
Height: 5'10"
Weight: was 258.8 lbs, now 218.2
BMI: was 36.9, now 31.3!
Neck: was 14", now 14"
Upper Chest: was 39", now 36"
Bust: was 45.5", now 41.5"
Ribs: was 40", now 35.5"
Waist: was 43.25", now 38"
Hips: was 51.5", now 45.5"
Upper Thigh (R): was 25.75", now 25"
Above Knee (R): was 19.75", now 19.25"
Above Elbow (R): was 12.25", now 11"
It's interesting to see that the fat is coming off from where I need it most, and it's mostly in the upper body. My thighs are still really big, but I have a feeling that they'll be the last to go. I'm not complaining, because the rib, bust, waist and hip measurements are shrinking down enough where I'm less of an "apple" shape, and more proportionate.
Friday, I was actually able to buy one of those cute little 3/4 length sleeve woven stretch shirts that are fitted and cut to the mid hip area, in an XL (rather than the usual 2X or 3X). This is a huge victory, because I haven't been able to wear those types of shirts in the past because my stomach was too big.
The "before" stats are actually from when I first started the program back on January 2, 2008. I also posted some Pre-Round 2 stats when I started this blog early on, but to get the full effect of the success, you (and I!) need to see how far I've really come:
Height: 5'10"
Weight: was 258.8 lbs, now 218.2
BMI: was 36.9, now 31.3!
Neck: was 14", now 14"
Upper Chest: was 39", now 36"
Bust: was 45.5", now 41.5"
Ribs: was 40", now 35.5"
Waist: was 43.25", now 38"
Hips: was 51.5", now 45.5"
Upper Thigh (R): was 25.75", now 25"
Above Knee (R): was 19.75", now 19.25"
Above Elbow (R): was 12.25", now 11"
It's interesting to see that the fat is coming off from where I need it most, and it's mostly in the upper body. My thighs are still really big, but I have a feeling that they'll be the last to go. I'm not complaining, because the rib, bust, waist and hip measurements are shrinking down enough where I'm less of an "apple" shape, and more proportionate.
Friday, I was actually able to buy one of those cute little 3/4 length sleeve woven stretch shirts that are fitted and cut to the mid hip area, in an XL (rather than the usual 2X or 3X). This is a huge victory, because I haven't been able to wear those types of shirts in the past because my stomach was too big.
Labels: measurements
posted by Susan at
8:22 AM
4 Comments:
YEAH! I'm so proud of you Susan!!! You are doing GREAT! Keep up the good work...
Susan,
You are doing a great job of being honest with yourself, and have been giving yourself good self talk. The only thing I suggest is strong visualization - where you are feeling happy, healthy, and excited about being at your goal weight. This visualization time for me, has become almost addictive, because it feels so good. This might help you through those hard times too. And thanks for the encouragement you've given me! :) Tootles!
Wow! You've REALLY lost some inches where it counts!!!! Keep up the great work!
David
hi susan, you are really progressing and im so much happy for you... wish was i was the same as but anyways dont worry about the tighs as when the fats are going, you will see the tigh shaping up so take it easy. wish i could see you in your 3/4 shirts and see how you look, but im pretty sure that you will be looking great in it. take care
Post a Comment
Subscribe to Post Comments [Atom]
<< Home