The Healthy Train is over! If you haven’t been following along since the beginning, read the intro post here, and the halfway post here.
I am not where I wanted to be at this point (I’m still 20lbs away from my goal) but I’ve made some great progress and it’s been very encouraging to look at these photos. I chose to wear a shirt that’s a lot tighter than I would every walk around in at my current weight but I wanted to be able to really show where I’m at right now.
Though I”m still frustrated by the size of my stomach on a daily basis, it is looking a lot better. I just want it to be flat! (Or really, really close to it) I’ve never really had a flat stomach before and that is my goal before getting knocked up again.
I see the biggest difference from behind! All of that running has really changed the shape of my bum and thighs.
I’ve been stuck waffling between 154-156 lbs for months now and I’m SO SICK of seeing those numbers each time I get on the scale. The last few weeks I’ve been exercising 4-6 days per week. Running 3x/week, yoga, lifting 1x/week, and some elliptical on my parent’s machine as well. I do think my black pants fit a tiny bit better, so it’s possible I’m losing inches and not pounds, but I have so much left to lose that there is no way I can stay at this weight while meeting my goal. The number needs to move down eventually!
Bobbi should have the results up on her blog soon. It looks like I may have finished in 2nd place, but the winner killed it and I didn’t even come close to losing what she did. I really hope she sends in before/after pictures so we can see the results!
Two more months until the end of That Weight Loss Challenge. I really hope to be showing you some drastic results in my after pictures! On a side note, I did The Biggest Loser: Weight Loss Yoga this week and it was actually my favorite yoga workout so far! Less emphasis on om and centering and stretching, more on strength building and fat burning. Another thing I loved about this workout? Bob has regular (aka, belly fat and flabby arms and such) people doing the workout along with him, so I didn’t feel like a loser unable to keep up with absolutely everyone else.
July 7th, 2011 on 8:53 am
I’m so happy to hear that you are giving yoga another chance! In my experience, doing the right style with the right instructor for you makes a whole world of difference. I, too, enjoy yoga the most when it is very physically challenging. I take a vinyasa flow class with an amazing instructor and it’s one of my favorite parts of my week. I always sweat a lot during class (and it’s not a hot yoga class) and some days I feel like I can barely walk out of class because my body has worked so hard. One of the things I love the most about these challenging yoga classes is that it is so beautiful to see how much the body can do, and it is also so amazing to really feel every pose and asana from head to toe.
Anyway. Enough about yoga. Your progress is great so far! I feel your frustration, however. I’m participating in TWLC and I’ve plateaued the past month and a half. I lost 15 lbs and I want to lose another 20, but that number hasn’t budged for a while! But if I’m being honest with myself, I realize that in the last month and a half, I’ve gone on vacation, had a birthday and an anniversary, as well as numerous family get-togethers. So. There’s a distinct reason why my weight loss has slowed, but I enjoyed myself and now I’m ready to start seeing lower numbers again!
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July 7th, 2011 on 8:54 am
Congrats!! I have been following along with your journey, and have been very inspired, thanks for taking us along! I’m very impressed, and you should really give yourself credit for a GREAT accomplishment. Have fun shopping at Nordys!
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July 7th, 2011 on 8:56 am
Jenna, you look amazing! You’ve always been incredibly beautiful, but you’ve made some huge progress in your weight loss, and I’m so happy for you!
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July 7th, 2011 on 8:57 am
You look fabulous!! You can see major differences everywhere–face, arms, back, stomach, bum, legs! Seriously your hard work is really paying off even if it’s slower going than you’d like.
Have you thought about adding more strength training to your routine? I am far from any sort of expert, but I do a bunch of workout DVDs at home (LOVE) and Jillian Michaels always says that the quickest way to get weight off is to do a combination of strength and cardio training, which is to say to do strength training about three times a week. I don’t know what kind of science she backs this up with, but it seems like you might be open to something new to try to get over the plateau you’re on. I have really enjoyed “Bikini Ready Fast” with Ellen Barrett–the title is STUPID but it’s a really wonderful strength video that focuses primarily on the upper body, but not to the exclusion of your core and lower body. Ellen Barrett is an excellent instructor. You can check out workout DVD previews at collagevideo.com, and I get all of my DVDs from my local library. I have a set of 3, 4 and 5 pound weights (that I owned previously and were given by a friend) and a yoga mat and that’s all I’ve needed (and a sports bra). Keep up the great work! You will get over this hump!
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July 7th, 2011 on 8:58 am
You look amazing!!!!
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July 7th, 2011 on 9:04 am
Your after pictures look really terrific. I know you’ve worked hard and I don’t mean to detract from that at all. However…I think a lot of the “improvement” is also how happy you look and the fact that you are wearing attractive, well-fitting clothes in your after pictures. I think it goes along with the comments that you received about the Nordstrom’s sale…dress attractively for your size & shape instead of the one you hope to be. Good advice for all of us who think we’d look a lot better when this part or that one is smaller, more toned, etc.
I love the jeans that you’re wearing…what kind are they?? They fit you well and the shirt is a cute cut even thought it’s a “plain” white t.
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Sophia Reply:
July 7th, 2011 at 9:44 am
I agree with your point, but I went back and read the first post just for a reminder and in it Jenna is saying she took this before shot right after a workout, and she wanted to look like this in her before- no makeup, no smile, tighter/lighter clothes to show her true shape, etc.- so that she could see a huge difference in the after.
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Jenna Reply:
July 8th, 2011 at 1:54 am
They are thrifted Levis brand (only $10!). I have no idea where you could find them or if they even make them anymore. The shirt is from here: http://www.downeastbasics.com/wondertee.aspx
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July 7th, 2011 on 9:18 am
You look wonderful! Good luck with the rest of your weight loss journey.
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July 7th, 2011 on 9:19 am
Wow Jenna, you are looking fabulous! I can really tell a difference. Don’t be too hard on yourself though. You are beautiful!
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July 7th, 2011 on 9:19 am
I actually said “holy, freaking crap!” out loud. You look fabulous! Those plateaus can be frustrating. Kudos to you for not giving up. Perhaps your body has grown accustomed to running? Maybe try some running speed work and lifting more days per week? I’m not an expert but I have noticed that switching things up keeps the results coming, at least for me
Good luck! You look stunning! I look forward to the finale pictures!
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July 7th, 2011 on 9:29 am
Jenna, you look absolutely gorgeous! It’s been so fun following your journey and seeing how much your hard work has paid off. Keep at it girl!
On a sidenote, even though I had to drop out of your weightloss challenge (due to pregnancy), I’m so happy I participated when I could. I lost about 15 pounds before finding out I was pregnant. Those 15 pounds made a world of difference for me. I’m even happy to report that at 23 weeks pregnant, I’m still at a weight that is less than I was at the beginning of the year
. Your eating choices inspire me to stay healthy while pregnant and not use the “cravings” and “eating for two” excuses.
Best of luck to you shedding those final pounds!
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July 7th, 2011 on 9:31 am
First, a huge CONGRATULATIONS!!!, for not only looking amazing, but for creating some incredible habits that will benefit you (and your family) for a lifetime. In a very short amount of time you created healthy habits that people have been resolving to create for decades. You should be very, very proud of yourself – and I for one am incredibly in awe of how hard you continuously work in all aspects of your life to be the best Jenna you can be. Bravo!!
Unsolicited advice about your recent plateau – adding more strength training worked for me. I worked out 2-3x per week with a trainer (more below on how I got it for free) and we worked out for 50 minutes and went really quickly between weightmachines/exercises. So there was definitely cardio (I guess this is called circuit training) as I was sweating and short of breath for the whole thing – but it was definitely strength training because I was squatting and lifting the entire time. I really think it was the best bang for my buck (and time) as you get both cardio and strength. Plus, I guess you continue to burn calories post lifting as the muscles repair.
So how I did this for free and/or on the cheap. I found a student who wanted to start his own personal training business, had the credentials, but had never trained anyone. So I was his guinea pig so he could practice the teaching part of training. I also found another guy who was a student and he charged me $25 per hour (which is WAY below market). I have read about several SAHM morman women who are trying to become trainers on the side – maybe you can post something on craigslist or your ward and barter photography for training? A new trainer would definitely need some awesome pics for their website. So that is my 2 cents – and what I plan to do post baby – is do a lot of weights at a fast pace so I’m getting strength and cardio in one.
**Side note – I didn’t “bulk up” as ppl fear with weights and it was amazing how sour I was for days – made me feel so productive. It also was amazing how strong I felt during that time.
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Cécy Reply:
July 10th, 2011 at 9:35 am
It’s proven that women don’t bulk up. We don’t have enough testosterone for that to happen.
It’s one reason why women shouldn’t fear weights and muscle workout.
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July 7th, 2011 on 9:35 am
You look great! Keep up the good work. You’ll be at your goal in no time.
I second the strength training. Also look into the Barre work out videos – physique57, Bar Method etc. They work the core like no other.
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July 7th, 2011 on 9:36 am
Amazing! Congratulations on your progress so far!!
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July 7th, 2011 on 9:39 am
You look SO incredibly good! Be proud of where you are and keep up the good work! You’re an inspiration to so many!
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July 7th, 2011 on 9:41 am
You are looking great!!!!! What an inspiration.
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July 7th, 2011 on 9:45 am
You look amazing! You should be very proud of yourself
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July 7th, 2011 on 9:55 am
These before and after shots are incredible! I can see the biggest difference from the back as well- I think you’re right, running truly does change your shape. It’s amazing how far you’ve come in the last few months, I hope you are walking on clouds right now
With all that yoga, you will get to a super toned stomach, I promise! I’ve never had a stronger core in my life since adding yoga. I need to try the Biggest Loser flavor of yoga, I’ve heard really good things from lots of people.
I agree with some of the above comments about adding in more strength training if you can (and want to, of course!). Maybe you could try doing the 100 pushups plan. I’ve started doing that in the mornings, and pushups make everything sore on me. Free weights are also great if you have access to them. I’ve only been doing free weights for a month, 3 x a week, with Bobby, but I’ve lost a few inches even while gaining about 3 pounds. Plus, now I can can deadlift and squat my body weight (135 lbs), which makes me feel like a super woman… until the bodybuilder lady comes up behind me and squats 250. Then I feel like my normal self again, haha.
Congrats again!! I’m excited to see the before and afters once the Europe trip comes up. You’re an incredible inspiration to me when it comes to sticking with it and pushing through, I hope you know that!
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July 7th, 2011 on 9:56 am
Wow, Jenna, you look absolutely fantastic. Good luck on your continuing weight loss. The work you’ve done has really paid off!
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July 7th, 2011 on 9:59 am
Oh my goodness! You look amazing! I know you’re not where you want to be yet, but seeing these pictures and your progress is such an inspiration! Keep up the great work!
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July 7th, 2011 on 10:05 am
You seriously look amazing. Whether or not you’re at your goal weight, you still have to be thrilled with the changes that you’ve made. You look so different!
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July 7th, 2011 on 10:06 am
You look so happy and I am so happy for you!!!
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July 7th, 2011 on 10:09 am
You look GREAT! Kudos to you on your hard work and the fab results!
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July 7th, 2011 on 10:19 am
You are not only skinnier and more shapely, you look younger! More importantly, your heart and lungs and knees and legs have to be so much better for the amount of cardio you’ve added. I ran into midwester heat + humidity and decided that I needed to stop running because my heart was palpating. Which means I am really out of shape. So now I’m doing zumba classes twice a week, and the cardio is really making a difference. Thanks for the inspiration to get off my lazy ass!
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July 7th, 2011 on 10:22 am
You should be proud of yourself, because you’ve come a long way and you look great!!! I know you will reach your goal.
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July 7th, 2011 on 10:25 am
You look FABULOUS! I haven’t popped over here lately but I’m glad I did today. xo
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July 7th, 2011 on 10:28 am
I am in a weight loss rut myself, it is so frustrating. I just wanted to give a shout out to Biggest Loser Weight Loss Yoga, I LOVE IT! I hope you find a way to get over your plateau soon, I hate plateaus.
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July 7th, 2011 on 10:30 am
You look fanTASTIC! Oh, you must be so proud of yourself (and you should be!).
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July 7th, 2011 on 10:44 am
WOW girl! Look at you! You look fantastic. You are doing a great job and all that hard work is paying off.
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July 7th, 2011 on 10:56 am
Keep at it girl! You are inspiring!
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July 7th, 2011 on 10:58 am
Jenna you’ve made incredible progress! Really, it’s so inspiring!
Hope you get a breakthrough to get past your hurdle soon! I’ve been in the same place for a long time and haven’t gotten the motivation to step up my routine and breakthrough it.
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July 7th, 2011 on 11:07 am
Jenna – you look fabulous! You can see such a difference. So delighted for you. Hope for you, you can find a way to leap off that plateau before the end of the TWLC, sure you will. Good luck!
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July 7th, 2011 on 11:10 am
I think you’re looking fantastic, Jenna! Congrats on your weight and size loss – you’ve worked hard to deserve it!
I know you may not want suggestions, but I’m going to give you one anyways. (haha) Have you tried adding some strength training to your exercises? My mom and I started seeing a personal trainer in January and it did wonders for my body. I know for me it helped build my muscles faster and since we were always working on different things, my body stayed challenged and continued to improve. I know that from that, my metabolism improved and I lost some weight.
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July 7th, 2011 on 11:16 am
Stubborn belly fat! It’s so hard to get rid of it! I have lost about 80 lbs. total at this point and I still have a pouchy little belly that will not flatten. It can be frustrating and I just try not to let it blind me to all the other successes.
I found classes that combine cardio with lower weight strength training incredibly effective against plateaus (I am NOT into the idea of having a trainer). I found it easy to keep myself motivated throughout because you do bursts of intense cardio followed by “recovery” periods of strength.
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July 7th, 2011 on 11:19 am
You look awesome! And I agree with everyone about weight lifting. If you want to change your body composition lift heavy weights. Check out Rachel Cosgroves book “the female body breakthrough”
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July 7th, 2011 on 11:21 am
Jenna, you look amazing! Congratulations on coming so far. I know it’s been a lot of hard work and a huge amount of dedication on your part and I can’t commend you enough for that. Great job!
I second the suggestions to add more resistance training. I particularly suggest lifting heavy, as it will have a much more significant effect than low weight/high reps (which doesn’t build muscle, but rather increases muscle endurance. The goal is to build some muscle and thereby boost metabolism to increase your basal metabolic rate). Women do not have the hormones needed to bulk up, so that shouldn’t be a concern. If you’re looking for a specific program, I highly recommend reading/following New Rules of Lifting for Women by Lou Schuler.
I also recommend interval training (particularly HIIT) which has a higher afterburn rate than steady-state cardio. For those of us who are runners, it also has the benefit of helping to increase speed.
Right now I run 2x a week, lift heavy 2x a week and do a hot yoga class once a week. I’m trying to find time to add intervals back into the mix too! I found this combination has been great for busting through my weight loss plateau.
Good luck to you – I know that with your determination and knowledge you will be able to reach your goals!
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July 7th, 2011 on 11:34 am
Jenna, you look great! Such a huge difference between the before and after photos. I’m looking forward to having this baby (sometime this month!!) and getting back in shape. I want my children to have a healthy relationship with food and see exercise as just a normal part of life so I really feel motivated to be that example for them.
Congrats on all your hardwork! It really is paying off.
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July 7th, 2011 on 11:34 am
I just wanted to say 1) that you look amazing and 2) you’ve inspired me! I’m halfway through C25K Week 6 and I’m eating healthier (and more vegetarian!). While I’ve only shed a few pounds, I’m hoping to lose the last 10 baby pounds, plus the 10 I needed to lose before the babies. You’re success motivates me: thank you!
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July 7th, 2011 on 11:37 am
You look FANTASTIC. Way to go!!
I can’t wait to see the photos when you hit your goal weight. And you WILL hit it.
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July 7th, 2011 on 11:38 am
You look great, Jenna! Keep it up =) You are a real inspiration.
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July 7th, 2011 on 11:40 am
Jenna, you look GREAT. I know you still have some pounds to lose and I totally think you can do it (and will look even BETTER! Although you already look GREAT!), even if it takes awhile. The closer you get to your goal, the harder it is to achieve, because you burn fewer calories as you carry less body fat.
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July 7th, 2011 on 11:41 am
You look great! I’m so glad you are chronicling this as I need to get myself in gear and start working to lose my weight as well. Diet is my biggest problem – cheese is the evil culprit.
Congrats and I’m totally inspired.
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July 7th, 2011 on 11:56 am
yowza! You are really looking good. You’re totally my inspiration for after I have this baby to get back in shape (I’m 32 wks pregnant right now) but I have never been in great shape, but I know that I am in BAD shape now, and seeing you do it makes me know that I can! I had a spinal fusion when I was 15 and had to stay in bed for a few months and after that I just NEVER got back into shape and my core muscles are just flabby and gross!
Also, your hair looks really nice and shiny!
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July 7th, 2011 on 11:57 am
A flat belly is my holy grail too. I’ve gotten so used to wearing dresses while pregnant that I’m going to be really disappointed if I have too much belly to comfortably wear them afterwards.
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July 7th, 2011 on 12:14 pm
Great job! A true inspiration. Honestly, I can’t believe you aren’t pregnant now with the way you look. I’m surprised TH can keep his hands to himself, lol.
But what a great inspiration you are to those who know how hard you’ve been working!
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July 7th, 2011 on 12:16 pm
You look absolutely incredible!!!
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July 7th, 2011 on 12:22 pm
Wow Jenna you look amazing!!!! So amazing you are glowing! Even if you don’t hit goal, which I know you will, you have done an amazing job so far and look fabulous!
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July 7th, 2011 on 12:26 pm
I don’t comment very often, but I just had to say WOW! You look amazing and are an inspiration for me. I’m similar to height to you and am looking to lose about 30 pounds. I’ve really stuck with the couch to 5K program thanks to your post on it. I’ve had to start it over many times before, but I’m finally on to the 3rd week and going strong! Thanks for these posts, it’s really a super motivator for me!
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July 7th, 2011 on 12:46 pm
wow, just wow. You look fabulous! I;m in awe of how much you lost!
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July 7th, 2011 on 12:47 pm
You look really amazing! Your whole body shape is transformed! Your hard work is truly evident. Congrats!
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July 7th, 2011 on 12:48 pm
You look great! Just the inspiration I needed today.
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July 7th, 2011 on 12:51 pm
You look amazing! WOW! Good for you for having the determination and be willing to do the work! Congratulations!
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July 7th, 2011 on 1:18 pm
you look amazing!! you should be so proud of your progress… i have never lost a large amount of weight and i can’t imagine having the willpower to watch what i eat and kick up my workouts! great job!
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July 7th, 2011 on 1:51 pm
Congratulations!!! You really look so beautiful and you’ve accomplished so much! It’s definitely a lifetime journey though so maybe instead of fixating on being “stuck” at your current weight, congratulate yourself on maintaining your initial loss for so long. You’ll get there, just keep things positive!
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July 7th, 2011 on 2:03 pm
Congrats on the amazing progress so far – you look fab!
When I was really working out hard last year (triathlon training), my weight didn’t budge even though my shape and tone changed considerably – I was definitely losing inches and gaining muscle. That might be what you’re experiencing with this plateau, and you should consider that progress, as well.
You certainly LOOK healthy and strong!
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July 7th, 2011 on 2:12 pm
Congrats girl! The before/after pics are amazing & really show what hard work can do! We are about the same size & have about the same weight goals… I’ve kind of plateaued for the last couple of months after getting a little discouraged, but your journey is such a a helpful inspiration to keep going!
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July 7th, 2011 on 2:30 pm
Just saying the obvious…you look great. Don’t get discouraged! Keep on keepin’ on!
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July 7th, 2011 on 3:00 pm
Congratulations, Jenna! I’m 5’2″ as well and gained 13 pounds in only 6 months (got married, moved across country, started working a 70-hrs-a-week job) and I have so admired your fight to get back to a healthy body shape!
I used to do yoga a bit, but experienced the same annoyances as you (too much om, not enough strength/body movement). Then I discovered Pilates. Have you tried it? I LOVE it – lots of focused movement and stretching, just enough to get the heart going and strengthen the body. Plus I think that it is pretty low-impact, meaning, better for your joints. They’ve got some videos for it on Netflix Instant, in case you’re interested.
Best of luck!
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July 7th, 2011 on 3:21 pm
Wooo – you’re looking great!
I’m so impressed.
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July 7th, 2011 on 3:46 pm
Congrats on getting as far as you have and keep up the hard work to get the rest of the way!
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July 7th, 2011 on 3:57 pm
so many positive changes in such a short time– amazingly inspirational. thanks for sharing your ups and downs with us and congratulations, you should be extremely proud of yourself.
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July 7th, 2011 on 4:25 pm
Wow! You look amazing!! You look so skinny! I know you weigh more than at your wedding but I really think you look just as thin and lovely as you did then. Are you sure you are not lying to us about your weight??
You look Soooooooo good and healthy (and thin!)
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July 7th, 2011 on 5:21 pm
you look amazing, jenna!!! so inspiring
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July 7th, 2011 on 6:19 pm
You look seriously amazing, I can really tell the difference! Congrats to you for doing it the healthy way and being a good health role model for your little boy!
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July 7th, 2011 on 7:15 pm
You looks great!!!
And maybe this is just me, but I think your tummy looks flat! Either way, I’m glad you are proud of yourself! You deserve it.
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July 7th, 2011 on 7:47 pm
You look absolutely amazing. Good for you! Thanks for being brave enough to share the before and afters – you’re inspiring!
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July 7th, 2011 on 8:06 pm
I think you look fabulous! A flat stomach has no meaning or value.
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July 7th, 2011 on 9:10 pm
These pics are so great to have. It must be so awesome to be able to see how noticeably far you’ve come! Congrats!
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July 8th, 2011 on 5:50 am
You look fantastic, congrats. You’re so close to your goal. I’m glad you’re doing yoga. Don’t fear the OM and breathing parts of it. They are a very important part of the practice and can help you beyond your immediate fitness goals.
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July 8th, 2011 on 7:57 am
Inspiring!
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July 8th, 2011 on 9:54 am
Jenna, you look so amazing!! You’ve worked so hard!
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July 8th, 2011 on 10:52 am
Ummmm
O M G you look SO amazing! You must admit that your body looks completely different!!! I am just SO proud of you!
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July 8th, 2011 on 11:19 am
Damn! It’s amazing what you can do with the right motivation! And I love the before-after pics, especially from behind. Without those pics, how would you ever realize how BIG a change you’ve made?
Good luck with those last few pounds – when I stall out like that, I’ve had success with either taking a week or so off from my workouts (no, really, sometimes that’s amazing) or stepping up my calorie intake by 100-200 cals a day. Eating enough to maintain the metabolism of an active active active person can help your body stop “holding on” to the extra weight and kickstart a loos. But that’s just me, every-body is different!
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July 8th, 2011 on 12:41 pm
You look so great! Congratulations on the weight loss and on doing it by yourself! One thing that I have heard about plateaus is that you may need to decrease your calorie deficit to start losing again (as in eat more). Once you reach a healthy weight you need to be more sneaky about losing it, your body doesn’t feel the need to lose any more. I think a deficit of closer to 600 is good? I’m not quite sure about that though.
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July 8th, 2011 on 3:03 pm
Jenna, you look great!
I have to admit, that when you posted yourself in some clothes, I didn’t see that much difference. Forgive me I don’t want to be rude
But now with the side by side, I say it again: you look great.
Alright, time to get my butt in motion, too!
Yvonne
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July 9th, 2011 on 8:32 am
Hey- I haven’t visited your blog for a while (just been busy!) but I just came back and all I can say is WOW!! YOU LOOK INCREDIBLE!!!! You are such an inspiration!!! Really!!
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July 9th, 2011 on 9:42 pm
Firstly, you look amazing. Secondly, you’ve hit your plateau, and the best way to lose those last pounds is to attempt high impact interval training (HIIT). This will be better for you now, since I’m assuming you run at a constant pace for a given amount of distance.
In fact, it’s not about the length of your workout, but it’s the intensity of your workout that will help you meet your goals. Try by doing HIIT for 15 – 20 minutes a day, and I’m sure you’ll see results, without having to run so much. Start out at a slow, but steady pace. Then, give it all you got for about 20 seconds. Then, go back to your slow and steady pace for a minute to slow down your heart rate, and give it all you’ve got for another 20 seconds – do this for 15 – 20 minutes. Try this for a week and see what happens.
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July 10th, 2011 on 11:59 am
Jenna,
It’s fantastic to see how you’ve been able to change. Not by doing a crash diet but by changing your habits into healthy ones.
I don’t know if I’ve
told you but I use you as an example for people who start running, I tell them how much you’ve achieved with the C25K plan.
Oh and not to make you feel bad, but one of the girls I run with is a mom of 3 kids. She runs, she’s tiny and runs half marathons and more, however I noticed that she still doesn’t have a flat stomach.
So yes you may get a flat one but maybe not depending on how your body works. So don’t beat yourself up if you’re not the image of perfection that you visualized.
I definitely have a flatter stomach and thinner everything from training for the half marathon. My weight however had only changed by maybe 2-3 pounds (mind you I wasn’t that big in the first place although people have noticed the difference).
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July 10th, 2011 on 8:21 pm
I’m a few days behind, but you. look. so. good.
That is all.
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July 11th, 2011 on 8:10 am
You look really, really good, Jenna! You should be VERY proud of yourself. I’m proud of you, too!
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July 11th, 2011 on 9:32 am
Jenna, you look fantastic!! Congratulations on your accomplishment!
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July 11th, 2011 on 1:10 pm
You look amazing! Congrats on sticking to all the hard work.
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July 14th, 2011 on 1:47 pm
WOW! I read this when you first posted it on my phone but wasn’t sure if I commented or not. Just wanted to say you look really amazing! Congrats!
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July 19th, 2011 on 6:17 pm
Jenna you look great! It’s been a while since I visited this site and I can’t believe your progress! You look so young, healthy, and happy! Congrats!
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July 27th, 2011 on 6:32 pm
I’ve been on vacation and just catching up on my blogs. WOW. You look fantastic!!! I know you aren’t where you want to be but it is an amazing difference. The happiness on your face is so evident; you’re just glowing. To try to bust out of that plateau I’d try adding mileage or speed training or more weight training. Muscles burn more fat. My trainer taught me to aim for three times a week. I’ve been struggling to do that lately and I can tell =) If you like Yoga I’d try Pilates. Awesome work out.
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August 8th, 2011 on 10:33 pm
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August 9th, 2011 on 3:09 am
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August 9th, 2011 on 11:15 am
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