18 People Who Didn’t Let Weight Get in the Way of Their Goals

In the world, more than 1.9 billion adults are overweight. Of these, over 650 million are obese. But the good news is that we now have more and more professionals to help provide us with healthy diets, effective exercises, and the necessary motivation to lose weight in order to find a healthier and happier you.

Bright Side found a group of people who were successful on their slimming journeys and can inspire you to also uncover a better version of yourself.

1. “My lightest weight since freshman year of high school — patience and willpower pay off!”

2. “Going to the gym has not only helped me physically but mentally as well.”

3. “I am no longer obese!”

4. “After a divorce, I went from 450 lb to 205 lb in about 18 months.”

5. “’5XL’ tops to ’large,’ and a 56-inch waist to 38 inches — I feel amazing!”

6. “I just appreciate how much he’s been there for me through my journey.”

7. “Minus 89 lb — lost it all last year.”

8. “I went from an overweight wedding guest to now planning my own wedding, happy and healthy and very proud of my journey.”

9. “Officially lost more than I now weigh after just 2 years!”

10. “Joined the gym 3 months ago to lose weight and get stronger.”

11. “My first goal was to be under 200 lb by my thirtieth birthday — almost there!”

12. “Still a couple of pounds to go but so happy with my progress!”

13. “How it started vs how it’s going!”

14. “I already feel so much healthier.”

15. “I’m donating last year’s clothes.”

16. “43 years old to 53 years old — the decade I saved my life!”

17. “3 years, 275 lb lost — so happy and proud of my new body.”

18. “I woke up one morning and I just knew I was ready.”

What’s the most difficult thing you’ve ever had to go through?