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Tonight, in the final part of our series: 'The Weight is Over', we learn about what it takes to maintain your weight once you've lost it.
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I lost 140lbs in 8 months with diet and exercize. High protein, low carb. Started just dancing to music at home for 30 minutes a day then that turned into an hour. Then I took advantage of the gym at work and started using the eliptical for an hour everyday and weight machine. It just melted off. I would have cheat days to reboot my metabolism and jump right back on the diet. I love my new body and am still trying to lose another 40lbs. I went from 315 to 175. I wanted to do this for me but also for my kids. Their dad is a big guy also and it didn't seem fair to them that both of us were too tired to do stuff all the time. 
My highest weight in Aug. 2011 was 267 . I was diagnosed with severe Degenerative Disc Disease around that time and knew all the extra weight was not helping. I was determined to take some weight off before it came to the point that I would need surgery. Still ended up needing a Lumbar Fusion in Feb. 2012. Still determined to lose weight after that, as of today I am down 140lbs. Brand new back and a new body, I feel great. 
This is me in high school 310 pounds 
In January 2013 I started the Curves Complete program. This is weight loss and exercise. I have lost 55 pounds and 47 inches using diet and exercise. 
A year ago Sept. 25th I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia and psoriatic arthritis. The doctors had put me on several different types of medications including prednisone which made me want to eat all the time. I ballooned up to 186 pounds. I felt horrible, short of breath, felt ugly, and was in horrible amounts of pain. I knew I needed to make a change, so I changed what I ate. I started to eat healthy, low fat, low carb, higher protein foods. My energy started to get somewhat better, my pain decreased and I feel a lot lighter. I am now at a healthier 135 pounds and have went from a size 14/16 clothing to now a size 6 ;) I hope this helps someone that is in the same situation I was in. Next is to slowly add exercise into my life. 
Jennifer Larenz- before pic 
Jennifer Larenz- after pic 
This has been the hardest thing for me to accomplish but it was well worth it. I started keeping track of what I ate and cut out carbs as much as possible and I also went to Curves everyday after work and every now and then I would run. My husband and kids were my support and inspiration. I have lost almost 70 lbs and I have 4 lbs left until my goal! 
When I couldn't ride a rollercoaster with my son - I decided I needed a change! Eating healthy and working out is how I have lost 70 pounds!! 
When I couldn't ride a rollercoaster with my son - I decided I needed a change! Eating healthy and working out is how I have lost 70 pounds!! 
Over 200 lbs lost between me and my sister, We did it at NuLife Fitness Camp. We not only lost the weight there but learned about a heatlhier lifestyle that we live to this day. 
Over 200lbs lost between my sister and I. We lost our weight at NuLife Fitness Camp. I am a cancer survivor and my sister had diabetes. NuLife not only helped us lose the weight, they taught us how to maintain our healthy lifestyle. 
I've been heavy my whole life. I just accepted it as bad genetics. At almost 30 and the heaviest i'd ever been I decided it was time to do something about it. I adopted a healthy lifestyle that included eating healthy and exercising regularly. I feel amazing and I'm excited for my future. 80 pounds down and counting. 
ACE is a natural supplement that controls your appetite and gives you energy, and thanks to ACE i have lost 44lbs and numerous inches and I feel better than ever. http://MelissaB.lovemyace.com 
After having kiddo #3 I struggled to lose weight until I found ACE. It's a natural supplement that helps control your hunger and gives you energy. I lost 27 pounds and feel better than ever! www.ACEbyNikki.com 
I have lost 30 pounds since June of this year by taking ACE (appetite, control, energy). It is a dietary supplement made with natural ingredients and it is changing lives everywhere!! I was wearing a tight size 16 and now I am wearing a size 12! I still have a ways to go but I am so happy, feel better than I have in years. ACE has helped me to want to eat healthier and even exercise!! 
Just after graduating from college in 2008 I weighed an all time high of 325 LB. During the entire year I kept shedding the pounds all the way to my current weight of 210! I have been able to keep the weight off for 5 years now which has not been that hard. Just need to keep a healthy mind set, stay active and you will be on your way! 
An awesome, natural supplement called ACE has boosted my metabolism, given me much needed energy and controlled my appetite. I am now down 75 pounds and counting!!! About 54 of that since March (2013) with the help of ACE!!! My husband takes it, too and loves it! www.AudraG.lovemyace.com 
My husband and I have been on a protein sparing modified diet for three months so far. My husband has met his goal weight and has lost 45 pounds. I am still losing and have lost 57 pounds so far. We are under the supervision of our physician and a nutritionist. Through healthy eating, vitamins and exercise, we have a new lease on life! 
After I was diagnosed with Crohns in 1998 my weight sky rocketed due to steroid medication treatments. I went from 140 to almost 190 unhealthy pounds. While I still suffer from some of the side effects of the Crohns and the 5 surgeries i have been through, I am glad to say my Crohns is in remission. On January 10, 2013 I decided to take a stand against my weight began my weight loss journey. No monthly gym membership or dietician fees, I work out in my own home and researched on, yes you've heard of it, the world wide web, healthy foods. I dont diet, i just eat clean healthy foods. I am in no way finished with my body transformation but glad to say at 36 years old I am in the best shape of my life. Remember, start small. People who expect to see fast results are those that quit the soonest. Weightloss, regardless of what you have heard, is only 7 percent diet, 3 percent exercise, and 90 percent mental strength. Set goals, stick to your plan, and most of all, NEVER QUIT! Help or advice, reach out to jrramos1977@yahoo.com 
I struggled with weight my entire life, weighing 260 by the time I was 12. Since then, I began eating much healthier and becoming more physically active and slowly but surely I lost the weight. What is really exciting is knowing I now weigh more than I did when I was 9 years old! 
I started Curves Complete in January. I have lost 55 pounds and 47 inches using diet and exercise. 
My son was getting married and had picked this VERY Tight fitting dress out for me to wear. So I HAD TO LOSE 30 lbs...I was able to lose 40LBS and more than 25" in 5 months using Natural ACE, its not a DIET, its appetite control and energy. Never seen anything work like this before and its changed sooo many peoples lifes. Want more info...? go to www.shellydeidrick.lovemyace.com 
This is me in the middle last year. I have lost 50 lbs by not eating carbs started my diet Dec. 8 2012 and have lost 50 lbs. Exercise 10 min daily. Feel the best of my life, saw some friends whom I had not seen in a year, they did not recognize me. 
I have lost 156 pounds so far, A little over 70 pounds to go till I get to goal weight! I follow Weight Watchers. 
I have lost 156 pounds so far, A little over 70 pounds to go till I get to goal weight! I follow Weight Watchers. 
My dad and I, new years day 2011 (polar bear jump, as to why were under dressed lol), and in July 2013. 90 pounds gone! 
All through school I had battles with my weight and I was always ridiculed by my classmates. When I graduated high school I was 5’0” and I weighed 170lbs. After a few years of college and with the passing of my father at a young age due to a heart condition I decided I was going to change my life style, loose the weight I so much hated and put my health first. I started taking personal training classes and changed my lifestyle by eating right and doing the right exercises. After a little time and some weight loss I made it a goal of mine to one day compete in a national fitness/figure competition. Two years later I had lost 68lbs. and dropped down to 11% body fat all with diet and training, no special pills or fad diets just hard work and dedication. On October 6, 2012 I competed at the NPC Natural Northern USA, my first figure competition, and finished in a tied for 3rd in my class. Since then I am a certified personal trainer helping others with their battles with weight loss, and also I am also working towards my new goal of an IFBB Pro Athlete. 
I have lost 100 pounds and counting in a little under 2 years with a program called Weight No More Ohio! 
Last year I decided I had enough of being overweight. At 232 lbs, suffering from Asthma, Lower back pain and knee pain. Also, my Dad had been diagnosed with Diabetes and heart disease. My Mom had been diagnosed with Non alcoholic liver disease and cirrhosis of the liver. After research finding out that all of those can be from being over weight and WILL be worse with being overweight! My friend Michelle Alexander offered to help me learn how to eat right. She is also a personal trainer and zumba instructor and I also did those. Today, I am down 75lbs!!! I feel so much better and my breathing has improved. 
The Before picture is from the end of the year, 2012. I was not at the heaviest weight I have ever been but, I was very out of shape and unhealthy. 
This After photo was taken a few weeks ago. Since January 1st, 2013, I have lost 87 pounds. It has been a crazy but amazing journey. I lost the weight by staying away from processed foods as much as possible, eating lots of fruits and veggies, counting calories at the beginning of the year, making working out a priority in my life and started running at the beginning of the year. I have run in several races this year, including the Fox Trot in August! Recently, I have felt a calling to help others wanting to make a lifestyle change with health and fitness! Amy Lemmer 
All through school I had battles with my weight and I was always ridiculed by my classmates. When I graduated high school I was 5’0” and I weighed 170lbs. After a few years of college and with the passing of my father at a young age due to a heart condition I decided I was going to change my life style, loose the weight I so much hated and put my health first. I started taking personal training classes and changed my lifestyle by eating right and doing the right exercises. After a little time and some weight loss I made it a goal of mine to one day compete in a national fitness/figure competition. Two years later I had lost 68lbs. and dropped down to 11% body fat all with diet and training, no special pills or fad diets just hard work and dedication. On October 6, 2012 I competed at the NPC Natural Northern USA, my first figure competition, and finished in a tied for 3rd in my class. Since then I am a certified personal trainer helping others with their battles with weight loss, and also I am also working towards my new goal of an IFBB Pro Athlete.
