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SIZE WHAT TO SIZE WHAT?  

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  1. 1. SIZE WHAT TO SIZE WHAT?

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Hello fellow Bandsters,

I don't so much count my success with the numbers on the scale, as I do my clothes. The scale may not always move, but the way my clothes fit or don't(OMG! can you imagine now having clothes that are too big for you..it blows my mind). I am a work in progress, so that's why I put current size, not goal size. For the first time in ages, I am actually in jeans that are in style and it makes me feel amazing(and amazing beats depressed anyday)!!!!!!!!!!!

Let's Celebrate our progress!!!!!!!!!!!!

STARTING SIZE... a tight 18/20

CURRENT SIZE..... 10

I FEEL......sexy and modern, did I mention sexy? lol

NEED TO WORK ON....exercising, toning and confidence

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Starting size 18/20

Current size 12

I still have about 18 lbs to goal and I need work on toning and building muscle. I'm starting to look deflated!!!

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This is a Great thread to start.. Congrats on your continued success!

Starting at size 22.

Current size...16!

I feel ...... pretty again!

Need to work on....... my elliptical trainer an get some cardio in!

I am wearing regular large shirts..instead of 3X.

None of my clothes fit me any more. I had to go out and buy 2pairs of jeans, to get me by for the next couple of months.

I am so happy... Love my band!

Edited by Starting-overin-AZ

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Starting at size 22-24.

Current size...14

I feel .... so great about myself!!!

I need to work on: Exercising more!

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Size 28 at my highest to currently a size 12-14. Still a work in progress. I'd be thrilled to get to a 10...in a plateau right now!

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Starting at size 24

Current size...14

I feel ...... sexy, pretty and proud

Need to work on....... I think I'm doing pretty darn good. I try not to snack, or if I do it's something decent, I don't deprive myself so I don't really get cravings, and I exercise 4-5 days a week. I'm losing slower, but still losing, and I'm feeling better than I have since college. I'm active with my kids, have tons of energy and a much more positive attitude--boy I sound really conceited! :thumbup:

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STARTING SIZE: 30-32

CURRENT SIZE: 12

I FEEL: Accomplished

Need to work on: How to get rid of the last 25-30 pounds, and how to NOT look at all the extra skin and still see 315 pounds.

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Great thread!

Starting sizes: Pants 24/26 Tops 3/4X

Current sizes: Pants 16/18 Tops XL/1X

I feel: almost normal...LOL

I need to work on: exercise

On a side note, I've been trying to walk with a group of friends, but every time I do, I get HUGE blisters (like larger than a silver dollar) on the balls of my feet. Does anyone have suggestions?

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Starting Size: 22 pants 3x tops

Current size: 16 pants XL tops

I feel: So happy to be able to shop in a normal store.

I nned to work on: Getting my Protein in and fighting the chocolate monster.

Hi my name is Tracie and i'm a "Chocoholic" :biggrin: I allow myself a bite size piece of candy each day. And if it's that time of the month i may have more. If' i could just stay away. :thumbup: lol

My goal is to be a size 12.

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Starting at size 24

Current size...some 14's and some 16's

I feel .... proud of my success, healthier, sexier, prettier, like a NORMAL person!

I need to work on: continuing my exercise goals and saving money for plastic surgery.

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Start size 24/26 and 3X some 2X

Now in 20 some 22 and 18/20 shirts or 1X

Need to work on drinking too soon after eating

I have lost only about 15 pounds was down 20. I have hit a wall. I had 2nd fill and I still feel no restriction. I have not been stuck, or feel like I need to stop eating. I do get full but on more than I think I need to be eating. I get my next fill on the 25th, I hope this will give more restriction.

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Great Post... I buy all my clothes at Dressbarn so these are their clothing sizes...

Pants Starting size: Very tight 16s and comfy 18s

Shirts Starting size: 1x (Not to be confused with just XL as 1X is slightly larger) or 18/20

Current Pants size: baggy 14s or snug 12s

Current Shirt size: XL or 16/18

First goal by Memorial Day

Pants size: 9

Shirt size: Large

Goal Pants size: 5

Goal Shirt size: Medium or small if I save enough $$ for arm surgery...

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I am glad you like the thread. I am enjoying reading about everybody's progress & stats.

I was just thinking that in the past I have never willingly shared my real size. How empowering to be able to do it for the first time and in such esteemed company. Thank you!

Samantha

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Starting at size 16/18

Current size 4/6

I feel .... lol boney!

I need to work on: more muscle....less bone

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