60 pounds in 8 months!?

I've lost weight following that heavily popular Instagram: Fitgirlsguide it seems like oh another one of those diets but its actually super simple to follow the meals are delicious and just like WW the community of girls motivating and helping each other is beyond wonderful!

I have lost about 30 pounds since late July so I know how you feel. I actually used the app MapMyWalk and MyFitnessPal. I honestly think these apps helped me a lot to lose weight because it motivated me each day to go for two walks. My goal is at least 5 miles a day and its great. I do use a pill, which I shouldn't, but its surprisingly worked. Its body lab, from JLo. Its your choice to use something like that or not but I think the apps have more of an impact of how I lost weight because I was able to watch each and everyday how I ate and what kind of activity I did. I still use the app to this day and there are challenges on it.

I am in the same boat December 10th 2016 wedding and I want to lose at least 50 pounds !, I have lost about ten so far with just changing diet and exercise I am hoping to keep the pace I am going and surpass my goal !! good luck to you sister !

My suggestion would be to maybe look at eating habits and see what you can change - if your goal is to be healthier after the wedding, too, start looking for recipes that are better for you (I say this not knowing if you already have salad everyday for lunch or not). I would also suggest looking for classes to join (I go to one at a local church for a $1 donation). It's a lot easier to get someplace to workout by 7 or 7:30 then to work out around 7 or 7:30 on your own at home (in my experience).

I just started my pre-wedding diet. I seen results in a little less than two weeks. I stopped drinking anything other than water and hot green tea without sugar. I cut out all sugar except natural sugar and I have stuck to fruits for breakfast, salads for lunch, and dinner I don't eat anything after 7pm. That alone has worked. I also downloaded an app called My Fitness Pal for calorie counting. I try to stick to 1200 calories and take the stairs when I can, and do plenty of walking. I hope this helps. We are here for each other.

Thank you everyone for the sweet support. Congrats to all you girls who are on the right track! Its working slowly but surely.

I've been using the app, My Fitness Pal. It really helps to be able to enter the food that you're eating in and get a better estimate of what you've been eating through out the day. I recommend this app to anyone who's looking to make a lifestyle change!

Myfitness pal works, I actually have been in facebook groups with some of my old friends from college and some of my other random friends. I've really found this SUPER helpful, as it motivates me as I see their workout pictures, healthy recipes, etc... and I go on facebook more than myfitnesspal.

Look into the Jessie's girl group. Jessie Hilgenberg is a fitness expert who helps ladies lose weight, be healthy, and get into phenomenal shape. There's even a facebook group of ladies who are doing it too, so you can have friends to hold you accountable.

I'd also suggest taking pictures of yourself in a bikini every two weeks or so. That helped me to see progress even when I didn't notice it myself, and kept me from getting discouraged.

I know this is an old post - but if you want to private message me - I could use serious accountability as well I start to do well - and then I fall back!!! My wedding is a few weeks before yours. I could check in with you weekly or a few times a week if you want.

I am new to this ...i just want to say ...im in the same boat as you as i need to loose 50lbs in 9 months ...when i think of it ..its like carrying 6, 7lb babies around when you think about it ...not good...if anyone knows the magic please let me know ...my problem is 4pm i do good all day then forget it...total lean shakes and the pill burn 60 total lean works...its just i get home at 4 and blow it no will power i wish i had a person to do this with maybe id work harder at it. good luck to all

@Susan- Hey Lovey I tried to message you but it wont allow me to click on your profile, feel free to send me a message! thanks!

I sent you a message through an email I found on your wedding website.

I think you have a doable goal, especially with your positive changes you are making. As a trainer, I find that most women have the greatest luck with an endurance strength training program (like Power or BodyPump) in a group format. The endurance strength training bit will help you gain lean muscle (without bulk), and will protect your joints, etc, making any cardio training you do even more effective and healthful! Eat healthfully and be kind to yourself. Always be kind to you.

Hey @Hillary - Thank you so much for the advice! I have an injured foot, would you suggest lap swimming as a good cardio/low impact start? I'm just afraid to cause any more injury to it.

Thanks!

@Susan - I got it dear! I will email you back asap! Thanks so much!

@Marianne - Ouch! Your poor foot! Hopefully nothing serious!

Swimming is a great way to combine cardio with resistance - I always turn to swimming when I really want to kick training into gear. I like this site because it lets you build on your progress - http://100swimmingworkouts.com/ - Swimming is a full body exercise (duh, Hillary), and so of course, you'll be hungry afterwards! Make sure you're refueling properly and not starving yourself!

Building core strength is also a great way to get the most out of your other workouts - and protect your joints and the rest of you. I like the Blogilates series (you can access that on YouTube and on Facebook), because it can be modified for any fitness level.

Hitting the stationary bike is also a good way to build strength and endurance, while protecting that foot. Just make sure you wear proper shoes so you don't hurt yourself further, adjust your bike to a proper height, and crank up that resistance - adding resistance will help you increase your fitness fast!

I hope any of this helps at all. I think that your goals are reasonable, especially if you combine exercise with healthful eating. If you're looking for a diet - you could always go vegan :-P --- yes, I'm THAT person. But seriously, vegan eating changes your body FAST - if that's what you're looking for.

I hope that you enjoy your fitness journey, and that you enjoy the months leading up to your wedding! BE KIND TO YOURSELF.

Hey @HilaryKate!

Thanks for all the tips! My foot is fine, I broke it when I was in high-school playing soccer with some friends (Surprise gopher hole! lol) So it doesn't hurt to bad unless I start doing something resistance heavy on it as it never quite healed right! Your fine the vegan talk! I need to do it (and go gluten free)... The few years I was a vegetarian were the best I have ever felt! Just gotta get on the train and ride it again!

HONESTLY the best thing to do is get a Fitbit. I have done the same thing as you- had the "omg I need to change my body" revelation only to give up a week later when I saw chocolate. The Fitbit has totally changed my lifestyle- I've lost 24 pounds over the past 3 months. It counts all your calories, and all you have to do is set a deficit (I do 500 calories a day) and track what you eat. It's so easy and I honestly don't even feel like I've given anything up but have lost weight so easily. I was so scared/stressed about losing weight for my wedding but I'm only 3 pounds away from my goal now and I still have a little over 8 months to just "maintain" and not even stress about whether I'm continuing to lose! The Fitbit Zip is only $50 at Best Buy and the app is free- best decision I've ever made! Just walking and counting calories has made the weight just fall right off! I also cut out soda. And I allow myself one "cheat meal" every week (usually Saturday night date night)- it really allows me to not feel like I'm sacrificing anything. So, I really recommend the Fitbit

Thanks FutureMrsD! I will have to give that a look! (Christmas present for myself maybe?

Thanks everyone! <3

Hugs and Wishes!