MY WEIGHT LOSS JOURNEY l WHAT IT'S LIKE TO WEIGH ALMOST 500LBS
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 7 ก.ค. 2017
- My name is Lexi and last year I weighed 485lbs. In a year and a half I lost 293lbs naturally with diet and exercise. No personal trainer, diet plan, or anything like that. I fell in love with taking care of myself in the gym. You can find me on instagram, fb, twitter - @fatgirlfedup.
You have me in tears ❤ Yes YES to all of this. Each day you have anxiety about a simplistic task for most people. We had to prepare a head of time anytime we were invited to an event. It was so much easier to just decline the invite, wasn't worth the risk of being humiliated. I am so proud of you, Lexi! Thank you for all the inspiration. You are a blessing to all of us ❤
You are so inspiring! I've lost 57 pounds today and am about to go on a hike with my friend. I still have a ways to go, and some days and weeks the weight loss is slower than others. I found your videos and instagram at the exact right time to convince me and push me to just keep going. THANK YOU!
She is so inspiring!!!!
congratulations well I need to loose 59 pounds im failing again n again how much time did u take to loose 57 pounds and what u eat can u please tell me
Afifa Saeed I'm now down 62 pounds since March 1st this year. I eat way more veggies and lean protein. For breakfast just light yogurt with a piece of fruit, then either a salad or sometimes a light soup or even a lean Cuisine when I'm in a hurry for lunch. Then for dinner just healthier options like turkey chili, shredded chicken salads, a lot of salmon and asparagus.. I started doing 1500 calories a day and am now trying to stay around 1200-1300. I also drinks TONS of water throughout the day and walk at least two miles a day. (Started about half a mile and worked my way up.) Good luck!!
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My belly is fading and that i lost 20 pounds. My body system fat is ending and my self-esteem is growing every single day. The dietary plan I'm following is on this internet site here *TOP2DIET . COM*
I just adore you! You're so sincere and inspirational! I've lost 32lbs after becoming fed up too. Life is so different! I finally realized being tired all the time isn't normal. I've fallen in love with cooking, going to the farmers market and hiking!
You are inspirational to people of all kinds of weights. I've been 100 lbs overweight (at my highest) and I can relate to the issues you endured. But your weight loss accomplishment truly truly truly is utterly phenomenal. You are amazing ✨✨✨✨
Your hard work and consistency inspire me not to take shortcuts!! Love you Lexi!!
Every time i see a new post of yours, i fall more in love. What a genuine person, inspirational. You're so beautiful and you have the personality to match. Humble and modest. Adore you. Whenever i want to make a bad food decision, or think about missing a day working out, i go to your instagram page and it just spurs me on!
I totally feel you on the restaurants and furniture! It's crazy about these little things that turn out to be a huge deal, no pun intended. Make more videos... not enough successful journeys like yours on YT
Keep up the good work! You are inspiring so many people myself included.
Thank you Lexi!! I'm on my own journey and I know exactly how you feel. I'm still there but doing better 41 lbs down and I already feel better but have a long way to go. You are truly an inspiration and I thank you and God Bless!!!
Finding your instagram and channel gave me the motivation to start changing my life. I felt like I had dug such a hole with my weight, that there really was no way out. So much of your life is an exact mirror of my own. Knowing that you have made this journey has given me hope, that if I stay on this healthy life style path, I too can start to live my life and not just exist. So Thank you! Almost 4 weeks into my journey and down 16 lbs!
God, all of this is so true. Everything is HARD. Emotionally, physically, everything. in ALL aspects. It's so much easier to sit at home and waste away. Anyone who has it in them to shove the various discomforts aside, to get out and lose weight so they can live a healthier life, is my HERO! 💐 Please keep making videos, Lexi. Your story is relatable to so many and can continue to provide comfort and inspiration!!!
OMG I love you!! I am currently in a similar place to where you were and its just so very emotional in so many ways!! I am so very inspired by your determination and courage to fight back!!! Can't wait for more of your videos!! They are very helpful and encouraging!!
This video speaks to my souuuuuul. Being overweight is not only physically exhausting, it's mentally exhausting! I'm fed up and I'm sooo ready to change. You are one of my motivators. Keep up the work! You look amazing!
Such a great message! Keep fighting for your life Lexi! 🙏💗🌷
loved your videos Lexi you are such a wonderful person inside out💕💕 you are such an inspiration to me I remember the first time I saw your insta page and reading your posts I was very impressed and felt motivated for the first time in years. , that same day i tried to wear my new sandals that had a little buckle, I swear I couldn't do it, I just couldn't buckle up I was holding my breath to bend down and still couldn't do it, so i asked my 6 year old son if he could do it for me, he did but he asked "why mommy" i just didn't know what to tell him i was ashamed to tell him....i realized i needed a changed i needed to make a choice of changing....and i did. Thank Lexi for being who you are 💕💕😘😘
You helped inspire the start of my weight loss journey. I have struggled with my weight my whole life. I too got fed up and was discouraged because most people start losing weight when they are already 30/40/50 pounds lighter than me. I joined a Krav Maga class (self defense) that's an hour long and is followed by a 30 minute group cardio class with my friends. I'm held accountable by them to not only show up to class but to eat right too! I also enjoy the class- it's fun and I'm learning techniques that may be useful in my future. I've been without soda or other caffeinated drinks for 5 weeks now. I only drink lemonade (super low-cal, low sugar, etc) and water. Mainly water. and I started eating more fruits, veggies, and cutting down how much I eat. I've already lost 10+ pounds but I have so much more left to go. I thank you for being one of the people who inspired me to begin and continue. Thank you. :)
I LOVE YOU! I am on a weight loss journey... I have about 70 pounds to goal. You are inspiring and I cannot wait to see more videos! - subscribed
I'm just starting and been already defeating myself with doubts, so I've been watching all your videos to get pumped. I think that you will be my to go to for daily encouragement till I get over this phase.... 👍🏽
Congratulations on your weight loss🙌 SO proud of you!! Everything you just said was SO true!!! I had the same thoughts and problems as you! Especially the part about sitting in a booth. I am currently on a weight loss journey. My journey started at 295lbs this time around and lost almost 75 lbs but then gained back about 25 so im in the process of getting back down to my lowest and starting a new begining. This time around i have my family and boyfriend doing a weight loss challenge The pot is $500 winner take all so its a win, win for everyone and just makes it fun!!! Thank you so much for sharing your story!!!
I applaude you for everything you have accomplished and cheer you on to your goals!!!! If I can make one unsolicited recommendation- TH-camrs are so much more engaging when they don’t look at themselves and actually look in the camera. Rock on Lexi!
You're so inspiring! I've lost a total of 34 pounds. I've got another 167 to go. I'm posting my journey on youtube to hold myself accountable, and so far it's working!! I can't wait till I am at a healthy weight. I'm only 22 and I feel that I was missing out on so much life, especially at such a young age. I can't even go out to amusement parks, and so many other places due to my weight. I am finally ready to live my life on my own terms!!
Thank you so much!
Oh how far you've come. Amazing!!
You're seriously an inspiration!
Thank you, I needed to hear your inspiring message and motivation today. ♥
You have accomplished soooo much! CONGRATS honey!
Speaking to my soul here girl. I am where u began... i can do it. Thanks for sharing xx
You are so inspiring! These things go through my head all the time 😭
Just discovered you... this made me cry. I weigh 275lb and I can't fit on rollercoaster rides or comfortably into most seats... I've now redownloaded MyFitnessPal and hope to start exercising. You've given me a kick up the bum that I needed. I don't want to stay this size - purely for my health. Its so hard as well when health professionals blame every problem you have, even if its not related, on your weight. Life as a big girl is so hard and I've had enough!
Way to go !!!!! You can keep it up! So can I ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Love you and your story💗
I'm happy for you! You have a great attitude!
Your my motivation. Your helping me so much, i have hope because of you!! Thank you!!!
You are so right about how mentally and physically exhausting being overweight is!
Hi Lexi. Can you tell us what your workout regimen was when you started? What is it now? Like day by day etc.
thanks for your sharing your journey!
Great job on your success! Keep on living it up and enjoy your victory! :-)
thank you for sharing this. you are an inspiration.
Your journey is so inspiring.
I weigh 365 lbs my life is miserable. Im also disabled from a car accident I have no idea where to start. I struggle everyday trying to keep up with my kids. I admire you.
Kiss Midnight Try pool therapy for flexibility and exercise that doesn't hurt☺
Katie Ohara thank you I might try that we do have a y here.
Kiss Midnight Ask your doctor to recommend a heated pool. Good luck ☺♥🌞
Depending on your disability there are lots of low impact and upper body cardio exercises out there.
Kiss Midnight if you are really unable to exercise then you should go for weight loss surgery. I know it's not the cheapest way but it includes in health insurance in some countries. It is best decision a fat person ever could make. My friend tried every exercise he could and lost 20kgs but later on he gained it all back and he was struggling with his life. He found that weight loss surgery and went for it and omg he has changed drastically since one year. You can search stories of any person on TH-cam. I am not here for any promotion but just to make someone's life better. Have a good day.
Thank you for the motivation! Hugs!
You are such an inspiration to so many people!! In one of your previous videos you said you started counting calories ( at the beginning ) how did you determine the amount of calories you should be eating to lose weight?
You are SUCH an inspiration! Can you discuss how your health has improved and challenges that you are dealing with after losing the weight? I'm specifically wondering about thyroid and hormones, energy, skin, etc. thanks!
You are amazing!!
I am on a weight loss journey too I weight 220 pounds right now and wanted to loose as much as I can , your videos really motivated me .
So happy for you! Good job!!! I have 140 lbs. to lose. I get frustrated and fall off the wagon, but I get back on it. How do you stay motivated and how do you avoid temptations?
just found your channel. youre awesome!
I grew up as an athlete. I was always fit and lean. When I got injured in the military, I wasn't able to work out. I got so depressed and became married to food. I went from 170 at 5'7 to 230 in about a year. I couldn't control myself. I stayed at that weight for a while and then a couple years ago some shit happened and last year I weighed 290lbs. I was ashamed and couldn't believe I did this. I started losing weight and was doing really well. In march of this year I was 239! More life happened and I let it stop me. I got back up to 265. I woke up last week and decided I was sick of doing this to myself. I was fed up with how I was treating my body. Tuesday (my work Monday) my new life began. I'm more motivated than I've ever been before and I'm not going to let anything stand in my way. I'm 26 years old, and I'm fed up with being fat. :) thank you for showing me that I'm not alone, and that it can be done the right way. I'm proud of you, a stranger, and I hope to reach my goals.
You are amazing!
Very inspiring. And that much weight loss in a little over a year, very impressive. Everytime I try to lose weight, I give up cause I would feel that it will never happen. That I'll be overweight forever. But you kind of changed my mind about it. If you can do it I can do it.
Your so amazing...I have a journey of 110 lbs to loose. So you have totally inspired me!
You're amazing! Wow, 18 months and you're a totally different person. Did you ever hit plateaus? If so, how did you break them? Thanks.
I'd love to know the workouts you did in the very beginning. I'm obese and a lot of exercises hurt me
What an amazing an inspiring woman you are!
Omg, your speaking my life!
You have encouraged me so much. I need to lose at least 60 lbs. I will do it for good. Thanks.🌹
At any time we win and I really mean truly win, at any time we conquer we become even more powerful and effective as human beings, we enter a brand new phase and after that we are able to improve. This improvement regardless of which it could be and for whatever reason, is really what enables you to be better as a human. Take hold of the modification and therefore let’s all together render 2018 the best year of our lives!
Plz make more videos, ur story is so inspiring and it's going to help many ppl... watching u will help me on my journey, so I know it will help others..
Did you count calories in the beginning? Did you do the same exercises as your doing now? Did you ever allow cheat days?
you are an inspiration, you are beautiful and awesome.
Great story...i want to do it too..how do i know if i am eating the right things and amounts and what exercise i should be doing?
Thank you!!! 💙💜💛💚❤
Thank you
Great videos Lexi!
I'm curious if you counted your calories. And did you exercise daily...
Girl you made my eyes water lol 😭
Could you do a video about how you deal with the skin post weight loss? I have had the exact same journey as you and I'm struggling SO hard with having the skin. It's seriously making me so utterly depressed.
Great video Lexi.. if you were a fat girl again walking into a gym what exercises would you do? Where do you start?
Penny I started going to a gym with a therapy pool. The water is heated and it's not so hard on your joints. Find something that you enjoy that you will stick with. Good luck 🌞♥☺
It doesn't appear that Lexie answers questions but does anyone know how tall she is?
How have you avoided or minimized loose skin?
You are so beautiful inside and outside and motivating me to change
my problem is i eat until im so sick like i want to puke. every. single. day. like im missing part of my brain that says STOP your good. and i dont know how to overcome that. my highest weight was 301... currently 268... but when i do diet i feel like im starving all the time. almost like im empty. idk... cant seem to get last 268 though...
Mantha1006 Watch the carbs. Try not to eat them for a few months. They bloat, but Don't fill you up. Eat your protein first so if you get full, you've had the important part of your meal and the protein will fill you up. Find an exercise that you enjoy. I enjoy swimming, working out at the pool.Good luck ☺♥ 🎆
Mantha1006 - you might be dehydrated. Sometimes our brains confuse hungry with thirsty. Good luck Sweet Pea ❤
Honestly, sometimes you have to be “hungry.” When your body is used to a certain amount of food and you don’t give it that amount, it’s going to be hungry. But that will change after some time eating less.
Hi Lexi...
Your journey is so amazing!
I am a mother of 2.. In my early 30's.. I am close to 200 pounds..
I don't look at myself in the mirror anymore.. I have negative morale..
My obesity has affected me mentally..
My kids have now started to pray that I lose weight and stay healthy..
Please help me!!
How do I start?
Can relate to so many of these and I think I was only around 250. Especially putting shoes on, or trying to reach down to get anything. Trying to shave or even put in a tanpon
🐖This is how I feel today. Tomorrow I will start to feel like this 💖 I am going to watch all your videos and hope for a miracle. Thank you 🌹
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good video 🤓
Hi I'm Sanju I'm totally worried of my weight . And i got delivered on Jan by c section. How to reduce plz plz help me out..... plz
I am in awe.
I get it. I was 400lbs once couldn't see my junk ,I always felt like a monster,I still suffer from body dysmorphia though. I try to stay positive 😀
Oh my gosh Lexy, you are so cute, and I understand what things you went through. I have been over weight most of my life and was always miserable because of it. Now I am 75 years old and just had weight loss surgery. Hoping and praying I can lose now. I started videoing also. Would love to have you come and subscribe and comment. Thanks Lexy.
I've had to go through all of this too.
When did other people start noticing your weight loss?
How did you lose your bust size. Plz reply
wht about loose skin
I`m sorry, maybe I missed it, you didn`t get any sort of gastric bypass or anything, it was all on your own, right?
yes honey I have those same worries I'm almost 400 pounds , I'm 44(45 soon) and I know exactly how you feel it's hard but can be done like you said we just have to make our little changes , please stop by my channel and hear a little about my story also thanks for sharing 😊
You're such a sweet Person
Bowling is hard no matter your size.
Hey Sweet Lexi, you are very close to the bottom of the ladder now. I don't know how tall you are, but if you are 5-3" or 5-4" you should only need to lose about 50-60 pounds more , max........Start posting almost everyday; getting up, cooking, working out, your (success) thoughts, going clothes shopping, etc. Share your daily life. (I don't know if you work---most all of us do work----, but you can show us, visually, how you are getting there.....Your TH-cam channel will truly explode.....Let us know when you start so we can rid ourselves of the excess weight right along with you (I so wish you would have started this 295 pounds ago). Onward and forward
I am not overweight, but I kind of relate to this video as a disabled person. I also have to think about a lot of things other people don't have to think about, and live with daily struggles. So much respect for what you have accomplished!
wow! so amazing how far you've come! thanks for inspiring me and others by sharing your journey. i started sharing mine as well in hopes of helping others. if i can inspire at least one person that would be awesome! 😁 (follow me on Instagram @ Feli_getsfit_ i already follow you on there lol)
Lexi i only got up to 330 lbs but living in NYC it was HARD stairs subways climbing the 3 steep stairs to even get on the bus, broken sidewalks, And we have Elevated subways 3 or 4 flights of stairs just to get up there then the same going down coming home...
I noticed its easier to really be obese in middle america where things are flat and you have room to get the car close to you destination and dont have to walk or climb a lot.
ur new photo send me
and she did it without surgery folks
You are so pretty , I can see your videos on mute
Thank you