Weight Loss Success Stories - Nicole Lost 125 Pounds

First Name: Nicole
Age: 31
Family Status: Married with 1 child
Occupation: Architect
Hometown: Palm Desert, California
Pounds or Inches Lost: I lost 125 pounds!
Height: 5'6"
Waist: 30"
Starting Weight: 268 pounds
Current Weight: 143 pounds

Nicole's Weight Loss Story!

When did you become unhappy with your weight?

Once I couldn't shop at "normal" stores anymore.

What made you decide to lose weight?

My husband and I wanted children and I had stopped menstruating because of my weight.

What were the most important changes you made to lose weight?

The two no-brainers, diet and exercise. But most importantly making it a priority.

What was most challenging about losing weight?

Learning what proper portions were and how to stop eating when I was full (I still struggle with this).

How long did it take you to start to see results?

About 6-8 weeks.

How long did it take for you to reach your current weight?

4 years. I got pregnant and regained 50 pounds.

How long have you maintained your weight loss and how do you do it?

I've maintained for about 6 months and I do it through continued portion control and exercise.

How has your life changed now that you've lost weight?

I'm full of energy and self confidence and I can shop anywhere I want.

How did ShapeFit help you reach your weight loss goals?

ShapeFit's weight loss success stories are very motivational.

Nicole's Weight Loss Tips!

Weight loss tip #1:

Don't give up. If you go off your "diet" just get back to it right away. Consistency is key.

Weight loss tip #2:

Don't diet, make a lifestyle change.

Weight loss tip #3:

Find an exercise routine that you love.

Weight loss tip #4:

Find support where ever you can, online, at home, at the gym.

Weight loss tip #5:

Learn to love to cook, find new recipes, include your family and do whatever to make it fun.

Nicole's Weight Loss Eating Plan!

Breakfast:

Oatmeal with nuts, fruit, flaxseed and dairy or an egg sandwich on whole grain bread and flax, English muffin with veggies.

Lunch:

Always leftover dinner, it makes it easy and simple and saves this busy mom's time.

Dinner:

Lots of veggies with lean protein and whole grains.

Snacks or Mini Meals:

Greek yogurt with nuts and fruit or home made granola.

Nicole's Weight Loss Workouts!

Weight Training:

I train with heavy free weights twice a week.

Cardiovascular:

I do intense running 4 times a week.

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