Comments on: My Weight Loss Story . . . Before & After Photos

By: Tina

Tina — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 04:17:35 +0000

I just happened across this site while stumbling around on the net. This is also my first time ever posting on someones blog.
This is some really good advice. All it takes is you wanting to change things for yourself. Once you get past the “I can’t do it” to the “I want to do it” it is easier to make healthier lifestyle choices.
I had gallstones and had to go on a diet. Only greens, legumes, no fat, no spicy/acidic, only poultry/fish type of diet and I lost 20 lbs in 3 months. It’s amazing how fast the weight comes off when you give your body only what it needs. The walking helped too.
Thanks for sharing your story and helping to inspire and encourage others that it can be done. :)

By: kathie webb

kathie webb — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 03:39:39 +0000

Amanda!
I loved reading your story! You have inspired me to try the 1200 and do it! I do have one question? Are you still doing 1200 per day, and are you still losing or has your body adjusted now?
I love your page, your recipes, especially CupCakes!
Sincerely,
Kathie~

By: Jennifer

Jennifer — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 21:35:12 +0000

Hi Amanada,
I’m sure you’ve heard this before, but what you’ve said here sounds like it came straight from my brain and out through your fingers! I’m just wondering what you did when you went out to eat. I find when I’m socializing it becomes the most difficult because so much is centered around food and drink. Do you think a night out at a restaurant could be corrected by exercise the next day? Any tips would be helpful! Thanks!

By: Jen

Jen — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:24:44 +0000

This is SO inspirational. I found you on Pinterest by your cookie, oreo, brownie extravaganza and ran into this post. I am really glad you posted this. YOu never know who you are going to help! (like me!)
Keep up the good work!!!
PS I just noticed your copyright at the bottom of your page…Is your last name Bottoms??? My last name is Bottom!!! If so, crazy and cool! We should talk!

By: Paula

Paula — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 17:53:43 +0000

Hi Amanda, did you enter any new recipes that i can look up and follow on CalorieCount.com?

By: Heather

Heather — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 01:11:14 +0000

You inspire me. I lost all the baby weight after#2 then gained it back–ugh. Diet is your key. Thx for explaining–and what exercise are you doing now?

By: Esther

Esther — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:24:03 +0000

This is so great to know! Thanks a lot for posting. I never knew there was a recipe analyzer out there and all you have to do is copy and paste the recipe to know the calories per serving. It’s just amazing. I’m trying to lose weight too, and yes, counting calories is the only way to go. You look amazing, by the way: younger, happier, prettier. All I can say is, I want to be a size 6 too!

By: Jess D.

Jess D. — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 05:22:43 +0000

I’m so glad that I stumbled upon this post! I feel like I’m much like you and always thought that I couldn’t do it. I’ve wanted to make some changes for at least a year, but it’d last only a day or so. For some reason, this post inspired me to quit making excuses and go for it! Your suggestions are so practical, and with so many apps and websites to help you out – there’s no excuse for anyone! I just wanted to write and say thanks for posting your story. I’ve been at it for exactly a week today and have lost 3.4 pounds. Yay! Thanks again from the bottom of my heart! Also – you and your hubby look great. Way to go :)

By: Jennifer

Jennifer — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 18:58:32 +0000

So, I came over here because I am redoing my blog and needed a font…and now I am sitting here almost in tears and so unbelievably encouraged because of this. I just clicked on the little picture of this post on the sidebar because it caught my eye. I have gained almost 25 pounds in the last 8 months. I feel like a whale…and not like myself anymore. None of my clothes fit, I hate the new fat I have, and I especially don’t feel pretty anymore. It’s happy weight…I got married 8 months ago and hubby and I both have put on weight. I went from a 6/8…sometimes 10 to a 12 and now the 12 pants are starting to feel tight. I will not buy anymore “fat” clothes. I have been trying since the new year and feel so defeated. I am only going up and then I feel bad, give up, eat junk, and then try again. I just had to comment and tell you that you REALLY helped me today. This is just what I needed! I am bookmarking this page bc I might have to read it everyday for encouragement…but I know I can do this! Thank you!

By: Jenn

Jenn — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 05:40:28 +0000

Thank you for your story and helpful tips. You remind me a little of me. Not super overweight, but could definitely drop a few pounds. I, too, have been trying out the Weight Watchers Smart Ones and love them. Delish and filling. I’m also signed up with SparkPeople and love their nutrition tracker. Just curious about what exercise you did along the way…how much time spent every day, what programs you used (ie did you get a dvd, go to the gym, go for a walk, etc)??? Again, thank you. I hope to follow in your footsteps. And congratulations!!!