It's gonna be like a car wreck..

[Porcelain]

I started looking at this board a couple of weeks ago because I am fascinated with before and after pics. There are questions that I have that are not uncommon among many of the women who have quite a bit of weight to lose and that damnable saggy skin. The pictures I am going to take are going to be like a car wreck...you know you shouldn't stare in abject horror but you can't tear your eyes away.

I am going to try to visually chronicle, as best I can, my weight loss and skin changes with pictures. I suppose I should get a bikini (r sumthin) so nothing is left to the imagination.

All I have to say now is...

Sorry to all the guys.

I will have pictures up tonight if I can. *crosses her fingers*

I am familiar with Atkins and I have yet to recently start a clean induction and I hope I can get some help with that. My biggest problem? Drinking the water. I don't have my heart extremely set on 120 pound goal. I just want to look and feel good. Besides, I would hit the century mark if I hit 150 because I started Atkins loosely when I stopped weighing myself around 250.

Well, I am glad I am here and I really need the support!

Stats:
Weight: 220
Height 5'3"
Age: 40
Mini goal: Dress like a porn nurse for Halloween

[Laurenfra]

I am so excited you have joined us. You will find a lot of support here. As for that car wreck, when you total your car you get a new one! I am looking forward to seeing the new you

[Porcelain]

Ahh man...I wish I was 170 again. Don't you wish you were that size when you thought you were fat?

[Laurenfra]

You sure have that right.

[Jace]

Welcome Porcelain!

Glad you've come here for support. This really is, unquestionably, the best place to find it. Just had to say that I love your mini-goal...most unique one I've EVER seen! Stick with plan and I'm sure you'll be able to meet it.

Re: Saggy Skin...that scared me for quite awhile, but from experience I can tell you that there's hope. Even if, after losing a substantial amount of weight, there's a chance that it will tighten up again. I've been noticing over the past couple weeks that mine is finally going back into its factory pre-set position after being at goal since November. Remember to always drink your water, and exercise to keep elasticity at its maximum!

Best of luck and if you need anything feel free to give a shout!

~Far la bella figura!

[Porcelain]

Thanks! When I get my next paycheck, I am going to join this gym that has an indoor saltwater pool. I am in nursing school so the thought of walking on a treadmill and such horrifies me after being at the hospital for clinicals. We are the peons and that translates to us never getting to sit down. I hope swimming will help me firm up. It feels so good to be in the water but I can tell I am getting a workout too. I read last night about the body brushing and I am going to try that too. It is going to be so hard for me to go home and take those pictures but ...ugh. I will do it...for science. lol

[sweetgirl2]

Hi Porcelain and welcome. I know how you feel and you've found your way to the best Board, everyon'e so supportive here.
Ditch the old car, there's a brand spanking new one just waiting for you to ride away in

[JMarsa202]

Hi Porcelain and welcome!

Another poster said it, but I will say it again: this board is great for support and answers.

I wish you success.

[Magdalena]

Yay! Go Mommy!

[Porcelain]

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And for those of you who don't know, that is my daughter. She is my internet watch dog...lol