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Getting in Shape
40 lbs and Progress Pics
So I just had my first dress fitting a week ago and it was amazing! When I ordered my dress in early December I had already lost a little over 20 pounds. I've lost just over 40 pounds now. I just had to share the december photo and last weeks. I can't wait to wear the dress again and so glad I made the decision to order a size smaller back in December knowing my training would pay off 
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I love seeing progress pics too- it helps to envision change!! Thanks for sharing
For me diet, I don't even consider it a diet. Its just a lifestyle change. I eat about 1200-1300 calories a day, focusing on lean protien, fruits and veggies, whole grains, and healthy fats. I was doing about 40% protien, 30% fat, 30% carb. Its also been a huge help that my fiance likes to eat healthy and is on board for cooking healthy meals. We make a meal plan for the week on Sundays and go grocery shopping together, being sure to avoid unhealthy extras. We even had a lady in line behind us say "Man, I thought I was eating healthy until I saw what they were buying!"... too funny!
One word of wisdom for you ladies is to measure yourself once a month. Nothing is more motivating than to see those inches lost. When I hit a rough spot or feel like I've lost motivation, when its time to measure again, I get such a lift from those results! Even if its 1/4" from my upper arm or 1/2" from my thigh it pushes me to keep going.
Good luck to all of you in your fitness efforts! You can definitely achieve your goals, just stick with it!
October 2012 Siggy: The Dress