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Our bodies can be our best friends, or, well… sometimes it takes years of hard work and self-love to accept them for what they are. It’s no secret that sticking to your health and body goals can be nerve-wracking, and sometimes, one of the hardest things you go through in life.
So, this time, we’re looking at people who fought hard and harder, fell down and stood up, made it through tears and sweat, and the gloomy days where it all seemed impossible. Thanks to the subreddit Progress Pics where 1.5 million members have been sharing their incredible body transformations since 2011 when the group was created, we now know that every single thing is possible.
From losing an amount of weight equal to your second self, to beating an eating disorder and learning to have a healthy relationship with food, to… I am not crying, you are. Let’s just all give these unreal folks a great round of upvotes!
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#1
99lbs > 150lbs. Anorexia, My Recovery
Animal lover❤ 4 years ago
Men and boys aren't usually seen as victims of disorders and abuse, that makes me sad. I'm happy for you
Louloubelle 4 years ago
We always see pictures of people going the other way (heavy to thin). It's good to remember that this also occurs (especially for men/boys).
Katinka Min 4 years ago
Hurray! i lost a friend to anorexia. It ia such a difficult illness to overcome!!
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#2
436lbs > 354lbs (7 Months Progress). I Used To Eat Takeout Everyday And Avoided Any Physical Activity, Now I Try To Only Satisfy My Cravings Once A Month And Started Doing Yoga! I Know I Still Have A Long Way To Go But I Just Wanted To Share How Far I’ve Come So Far
Beth Arriaga 4 years ago
Why do people say 'but you're so pretty!' I didn't say I was ugly. I said I was fat. Those two things are always seemingly interwoven in society's mind. They shouldn't be. Beauty comes from so many other places than a scale
Sori 4 years ago
Maybe because when people are happy or happier because they feel better they radiate their inner beauty more? Just a thought... I feel like when I see someone living their best life their happiness can be contagious and they seem more attractive some how?
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cybermerlin2000 4 years ago
A start is a start and that is a very good start! Keep it up and good for you!
#3
Same Chair. 3 Years Later. Focused On A High Protein/Low Carb Diet With A Foundation Of Calorie Deficiency. Hoping For Skin Surgery Soon. Currently 12.2% Body Fat
mooo 4 years ago
maybe to tighten the loose skin from his previous state?
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If you or your loved one has ever been through a weight loss journey, you should know how hard it can be. It takes time, the process is slow and not very rewarding, and you have to make some significant lifestyle changes that put you under even more pressure.
Finding something that motivates you is crucial because this is what will keep you going throughout the journey. One way is to list the reasons why you’d like to become healthier and tell yourself how it’s gonna change the way you feel. Maybe it’s a boost of self-esteem, a better mood, or being happy with what you see in the mirror.
On the other hand, it’s all about finding the right balance, whether it’s some healthy amount of exercise, a nutritious diet, or a good night’s sleep. Going into the extreme ends of these three can cause long-term damage and harm your body image, relationship with food, and the ways you perceive yourself.
#4
Anorexia Recovery. Getting To Know Myself Again And Learning To Value Myself For Things Other Than My Weight
#5
May 19-Sep 20. I Used To Browse These Posts Anon For Years And Cry. Until I Decided I Was Going To Have My Own Picture Up Here. Shine Baby!
Bored Birgit 4 years ago
Yes. You did an awesome good job. You can be so proud. (I'm still on the browsing and crying level myself)
#6
605 Pounds > 375 Pounds. Still Considered Super Morbidly Obese But I've Made Some Good Progress
Linda HS 4 years ago
Don’t downvote please, but for my curiosity...how one gets so big? It bafels me...
Toasty 4 years ago
My guess is depression has a lot to do with it, that and inactivity and compulsive eating.
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In times when dieting and extreme health routines seem to be everywhere, from social media to television, it may be tempting to become obsessed with unrealistic body goals. Therefore, before going on a journey towards a healthy body and a healthy soul, it’s best to consult an expert who will give you advice on how to help yourself in ways that bring out positivity and self-love.
#7
11 Month Transformation. Face Gains! Recovering Alcoholic. Recently Achieved 11 Months Sober. I'm A New Man
iluvanimals 4 years ago
As a widow of an alcoholic, I know how hard that was for you to get sober. You should be proud
BabaBizzle 4 years ago
My child is heading into 18 months sober. I couldn’t be more proud! This is the most difficult yet rewarding journey you’re on! Congrats for taking back your life! Stay sober and sexy!
#8
280lbs > 182lbs. Salesman Grows Ginger Beard And Becomes Gq Model
Toasty 4 years ago
After this post, I think I may have a thing for gingers, lol.
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Karin Jansen 4 years ago
This can not be the same guy. Look at the eyebrows, look at the nose.. Just... How??
Jules Caldwell 4 years ago
And retrained his hairline and narrowed the space between his eyes by an inch. Lol
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Victoria Musee-Robinson 4 years ago
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gwilym_Pugh. He is the same person, he lost 6.5st.
#9
Finally Under 300!
Patti Renwick Parrish 4 years ago
took me 2 years to get under 200 lbs after getting under 300 lbs. set small goals and then achieve them! you can do it!
#10
Just Over Three Years Ago I Decided To Take Control Of My Life And Make Some Drastic Changes. This Sunday I Ran My 5th Run Disney Half Marathon And Finally Got A Photo Where I Feel Like I Truly Look Like An Athlete!!!
#11
I Recovered From An 8 Year Battle With Anorexia And Am The Happiest And Healthiest I’ve Ever Been
Philly Bob Squires 4 years ago
You look awesome! A little meat on the bones is a great thing! You are beautiful either way but now you're more "huggable!" And I don't mean that in a bad way.
AnInrovert 4 years ago
Yay! I'm happy that you feel better, and also that not all of these are just about losing weight.
#12
04/17 To 12/18
#13
245 > 160 Lbs. Still Have At Least 25 More To Go, But Life Is So Much Better Now
#14
159.5 Lbs Lost Over 9 Years. It’s My Golden Birthday In Just 10 Short Days And I’m Simply In Love With The Me I’ve Finally Become (Inside And Out) After Almost 50 Years! Y’all Come On And Help Me Celebrate Life!
Debi Nikita 4 years ago
OMG...what a transformation. You look incredible..you look 20 yrs younger.. congratulations.
Brenda Bratley 4 years ago
Holy Cow woman! You are awesome!! What a lot of work and focus on your part! Never give up, never surrender! A saying me and my kids had when each went through boot camp. You got this, you look like your already there to me!!
#15
May Not Look Like Much Of A Change In 4months, But With A Decade Of Depression And Anxiety Behind Me. Im Learning To Love Myself Again
Elizabeth Molloy 4 years ago
Yes! Great job! Keep it up. Your physical and mental health work hand-in-hand.
Victoria Lenny 4 years ago
No thats a huge accomplishment for only 4 months. well done, you look great
Kathryn Baylis 4 years ago
What do you mean it may not look like much of a change? It’s very obvious to anyone paying attention that you’ve lost a significant amount of weight already. Bet you’re starting to feel physically better already. That’s a big step to feeling better in other ways too. Keep up the good work!
Kerri Russ 4 years ago
You can do it! I'm right where you are as well... we can BOTH do it, live out that dream!
Capelli rosa e patate 4 years ago
I sure can see a difference! Well done mate! Just keep plugging along!
#16
Lost 110 Lbs. I Used To Get Called A Fat Fa**ot Which Forced Me To Hate Myself. This Week I Got Offered A Commercial Modeling Contract (Something I’ve Been Working Hard For). The Weight Loss Helped, But Loving Myself (Especially My Gayness) Helped The Most
Wolfstar 4 years ago (edited)
Damn, you be looking fine! And embrace the gay, you can't pray the gay away the gay is here to stay.
youshouldseemeinacrown 4 years ago
the last sentence made my life. and it rhymed. that made it even better
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4 years ago
damn never knew I had a thing for gay men until now. (lmao kidding srsly dont come after me pls)
Marilyn Holt 4 years ago
Awesome! Sometimes it takes a long while to realize we have to care about ourselves before others will.
BabaBizzle 4 years ago
Congrats! Take that homophobic bullies! While they’re being haters, you’re living your best life and wearing those clothes like it’s hour job...oh wait IT IS! Well played!
Kathryn Baylis 4 years ago
Good for you. Bet all those name callers severely regret their cruelty and wish they’d made friends with you instead, once they start seeing you in ads and on the runway during Fashion Week!
#17
233lbs To 130lbs. Got Tired Of Being Obese And Took Control Of My Life!
Conrad Strucker 4 years ago
i don't have a thing. literally my only stipulation is a pulse and my age
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Wow! Good for you! You were beautiful then and you are now! I believe that you are probably much happier now though and healthier. Never Give up, Never Surrender! (From my favorite movie Galaxy Quest).
Philly Bob Squires 4 years ago
Beautiful either way but I'm happy for you as I did the same from 310 to 178... Now I can climb a flight of stairs! <3 Much love girl!
#18
Got My New Id Badge Today. When I Put It Next To The One I Got When I Started In November 2017 I Almost Cried
Brenda Bratley 4 years ago
You look so much younger and healthier! Good for you, you are amazing!
Łukasz Markuszewski 4 years ago
First pic: guy in his forties, second pic: late twenties? Awesome!
#19
24 Months Of Diet, Moving More, But Most Of All A Mindset Overhaul. A Complete 360 Transformation Is Possible! You Can Literally Not Recognize Yourself From The Person That You Use To Be. All Things Are Possible And It Starts With The Mind
Karin Jansen 4 years ago
First: go you! That's amazing. Second: it's a 180° transformation, 360 would mean you're back where you started (sorry for being a smart ass, 360 is just confusing to me).
#20
Joined Slimming World UK In July 2017 - May 2020. 520.5lb - 380.5lb - 215lb
Athenalikesowls 4 years ago
Hes standing a lot straighter in the last photo. had he kept that weight he would have probably had a lot of back problems. Good on him for losing the weight he looks better.
Loraine D.G. MacGinness 4 years ago
Perhaps a jot too far ? Size of feet in relation to the body ? & head ?
#21
270lbs > 160lb (2 Years) It Takes A While But I Am Proud That I Stayed On Track!
Wolfstar 4 years ago
I'm John Laurens in the place to be, a two pints of Sam Adams but I'm working on three
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#22
159lbs Lost. Hey Look Ma, I Made It
Mike Pence's Fly 4 years ago
Wow! This really proves you can do anything if you try! Amazing work!
#23
Junior To Senior Prom. Same Man, New Me
Troux 4 years ago
That might actually be the exact same outfit on the guy. Good ol' reliable men's fashion!
Wolfstar 4 years ago
yet another reason why i wear suits instead of dresses to fancy events
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#24
74lbs Lost. Spent Most Of My Twenties Depressed & Drunk. Looking Forward To Spending My Thirties Happier & Healthier!
Philly Bob Squires 4 years ago
Again, you were awesome either way. You may have been heavy then but you were so cute! The same now. Congrats on all you've done.
#25
Feeling Strong Today
giraffescupcakesandlove 4 years ago
OH MY GOD I LOVE KEEPERS OF THE LOST CITIES THANK YOU AHHH
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#26
Same Jacket After 20-40-60-80-100 Pounds Lost. Thanks Cico And Walking! Celebrating 100 By Joining Gym
#27
I [friggin] Did It!
![I [friggin] Did It!](https://static.boredpanda.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/14-5fd7271dcbf55__700.jpg "I [friggin] Did It!")
#28
Face Gains! I’ve Decided To Stop Actively Trying To Lose Weight Now And Focus On Maintaining After Being Told By The Doctor That I’m Healthy All Round! It’s So Nice To Have My Jawline Back Finally
Susan Egan 4 years ago
Very nice. I'm glad the Dr. didn't just look at numbers and looked at your overall health.
Philly Bob Squires 4 years ago
Yeah, those eyes though... and such a friendly face in both pix.
#29
Face Progress: I Ran Into An Old College Friend Today Who Literally Refused To Believe It Was Me Because I Am "Unrecognizable"
Dorothy Parker 4 years ago
Or he no longer feels he has to be a people pleaser.
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BabaBizzle 4 years ago
Wow! I can see how they wouldn’t recognize you. You’re super model material!
#30
150lbs Weight Loss Progress
Laura Gillette 4 years ago
What is he doing with his left hand in the second photo... if it is what I think it is, that's a bit unnerving...
Bunny Wood 4 years ago
Its a silly game you play with people you know. You try and get them to see the hand gesture he's making. Its something you kind of know or don't. There is nothing seedy about it. Its good fun
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GlassHalfWay 4 years ago
Geez people Zero to judgey. First thing I saw/thought was the circle game. You look down and see it, you get slapped. Not sure why ppl have to be so quick to be negative and assume the worst in someone. He's done an awesome job losing the weight and should be congratulated, not automatically judged to be a racist.
Jeff Requier 4 years ago
THATS WHAT YOU DO BESIDE YOUR CROTCH TO HAVE SOMEONE BE ACCUSED OF BALL GAZING. STOP BEING SAFE SPACE WHINERS
#31
My Uncle And I Have A Yearly Tradition Of Going Out To A Fancy Steak House. He Could Barely Get His Arm Around Me Two Years Ago!
#32
I Hit My Ultimate Weight Goal This Week. Doing A Size 2 Happy Dance!
#33
550 > 308 Lbs. Keto Since Jan 2017
#34
I Stopped Making Excuses And Started Making Gains. Found A Jaw Under All That Fluff
#35
67lbs Lost In 1.5 Years. Same Patio, Much Happier Person Sitting There!
Clever Dog 4 years ago
I was overweight for the majority of my life from 10 until I was 39, not sure if all everyone that has lost weight would agree but one thing I always hated and still do is when people invalidate my hard work by saying "But you weren't big before" whatever you thought/think of me I wasn't happy, I worked my ass off (and still do) and now I am happy. Dont tell somebody who has lost weight, they didnt need to do it and they weren't big before its a shitty thing to say. Do say, well done, you look great, like this beautiful woman does.
Susan Egan 4 years ago
I don't think anyone who says it realizes that it would offend you. I've always taken it as just BS and that they want to be on the positive side. Some I'd say actually do not look at us for our "size" but for the person we are and the idea that we are heavy isn't important to them. Have you ever had a friend that was not conventionally good looking? As your friendship grows do you notice? Is it an issue? Probably not, they are your friend and that's all that matters. I've heard the same thing for years too, it doesn't offend me at all. What I don't like is someone that says "keep it up, great work." Just say great work, thanks.
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H Edwards 4 years ago
She is big in the first picture. She clearly carries it well and is sitting in a position that hides it. We have just become so used to seeing super morbidly obese people that we can't recognise what ordinary overweight looks like.
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On This Wonderful Cake Day, I Have Officially, Finally, Lost 100 Pounds!!
#37
167 Pounds Lost, Plus 60 Pounds Of Pregnancy Weight I Re-Lost 227lbs Total! It Has Been A Journey But I Love The Person I’ve Become! Happier And Healthier Is The Best Way To Be! I Promise If I Did It, You Can Too!!
#38
Lost Weight, Grew A Beard And Started Doing Modeling In My 30s. Not Much Success But Is Nice To Be Skinny And Relatively Fit
BabaBizzle 4 years ago
How are you not in a Hugo Boss campaign! You need a new agency, your look is 🔥
#39
From Couch Potato To Fitness Junkie. I Love How Strong I Look And Feel!
#40
100lbs Down In 8 Months. Cico For The Last Few Months Watching Carbs And Hitting 10k Steps A Day. Can't Wait To See Where I Get At 1 Year
#41
35 Lbs Lost. Dumped An Abusive Guy, Changed My Eating Habits And Bought My First Home! Life Is Finally Great Again
#42
Three Years In The Making But I’m So Glad I Didn’t Give Up!
#43
Last Year At This Time I Was The Heaviest And Most Unhealthy I’ve Ever Been. This Year I Walked In My City’s Fashion Week
StealTheFruit 4 years ago
You're beautiful in both <3 I miss your smile, though. I hope you're happy still !
Dorothy Parker 4 years ago
Models are generally told not to smile. She's being professional.
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The Difference A Year Makes. 140 Pounds Down For Him, 100 For Me, Sleeved Together On 8/27/18
#45
60 Months. I Came Across This Old Video Of Me. I Never Realized I Was As Big As I Was
#46
I Did It Guys! I Finally Reached My Goal Weight After 3 Years. I'm So Excited. This Has Been A Life Long Goal And I Did It!!
#47
From Trying On Wedding Dresses 1 Year Ago To My Second Fitting!
#48
Running And Calorie Counting Was All It Took! You Can Do It!
#49
20 Months And 50 Pounds Later... With More To Go
DDmaybeandor 4 years ago
Not only have you done an amazing job losing weight, but I love your style. Those dresses are amazing! I love the yellow color best and they really suit you. Plus, omg POCKETS! And such a cute pixie cut. If you see this tell me where you got those dresses. You're adorable and an inspiration to work hard and value oneself.
#50
130.5lbs Lost. Managed To Stay Within My Target Weight For The Entire Year. Best Thing I’ve Ever Done Is Losing The Weight, It's Been Life Changing In So Many Ways
#51
190lbs Lost. 2 Years Ago It Was Hard To Even Walk For Very Long. Now I Run 2 Miles A Day And Am Getting Really Close To My Goal Weight
#52
From Grandmas Table Cover To Much More Fashionable Choices
Aunt Messy 4 years ago
That was a bad dress all the way around. It would look bad on a runway model.
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#53
2 Years. From Obesity To Bodybuilding
#55
I Finally Hit My 100 Pounds Down Milestone. Still A Bit To Go, But I’m So Excited!
#56
444 > 190 Lbs. I Need To Get Serious About Losing The Rest
#57
125 Lbs Lost. Goal Weight Achieved!
#59
140lbs Lost. 1 Year Of Discipline And Motivation
M O'Connell 4 years ago
Tell me, where might I find some of this 'motivation' of which you speak?
Blinding_Darkness 4 years ago
Yeah I can't seem to find any on Amazon I'm getting desperate
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227 Lbs > 103 Lbs. I’m Back With More Progress
Softsquatch 4 years ago
the second pic is clearly photoshopped. doesn't BP tend to shame people for this sort of thing in other articles?
LittleMissLotus 4 years ago
I don't see it, personally, but I can tell her thigh in the second pic has
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Theodore Theodora 4 years ago
Come on--don't post an edited photo in a thread like this one. Nobody needs to, especially not you.
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Emily Ashyn 4 years ago
Congratulations to everyone! I'm planning on losing some weight so this is quite inspiring lol
H Edwards 4 years ago
Good luck! When was losing weight it helped looking at pictures like this to remember that it's possible. Online communities can be very helpful too, because goodness knows the people out in the real world could be less than supportive at times.
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Foxxy (The Original) 4 years ago
Such amazing achievements. They should all be extremely proud of themselves, I don’t even know them and I am proud of them.
kjorn 4 years ago
try that for years and i just don't have the strenght anymore to such effort i always reach a step where my weight didn't go down anymore. so i say just f**k it. i'll just die younger i don't care... just trying to keep my mental health it's a f*****g battle.
Blue Dream 4 years ago
I know your pain. I was chubby as a little girl, but when I went to university I looked normal. I am depressed from a young age, but I felt the best when I was the slimmest. In the last year, I became obese. I just couldn't take care of myself, I had a lot of work to do. Walking 3 times a week for an hour helped me. It's not too hard and I got bf who walks with me so I don't skip it. Also, I try to eat less. I eat half of my portions. I don't really care about what I eat, I like healthy foods, but I eat everything. Try this. This is doable because you don't change your lifestyle, this is not a big effort. Cheap and easy. :3
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Effie Razer 4 years ago
#14 doesn't know what a Golden Birthday is.... and I felt bad because I didn't finish the caption but sat there thinking "no way you're under 31" 😅 Your Golden Birthday is when you turn the age that is the date you were born. For example my bday is July 18th so when I turned 18 that was my Golden Birthday. I've never heard anyone call 50 anything but "over the hill" 😅
CbusResident 4 years ago
I look back on my comments here from some months ago, and realize something now: I should've felt even more strongly than I did at the time, just how wonderful it is that these wonderful people's success stories disprove the fat acceptance myths. Good job to these wonderful people!
Sandeep Patel 4 years ago
Well done to everyone, such inspiring pics, you all look so fabulous!!!
Emily Ashyn 4 years ago
Congratulations to everyone! I'm planning on losing some weight so this is quite inspiring lol
H Edwards 4 years ago
Good luck! When was losing weight it helped looking at pictures like this to remember that it's possible. Online communities can be very helpful too, because goodness knows the people out in the real world could be less than supportive at times.
Load More Replies... Foxxy (The Original) 4 years ago
Such amazing achievements. They should all be extremely proud of themselves, I don’t even know them and I am proud of them.
kjorn 4 years ago
try that for years and i just don't have the strenght anymore to such effort i always reach a step where my weight didn't go down anymore. so i say just f**k it. i'll just die younger i don't care... just trying to keep my mental health it's a f*****g battle.
Blue Dream 4 years ago
I know your pain. I was chubby as a little girl, but when I went to university I looked normal. I am depressed from a young age, but I felt the best when I was the slimmest. In the last year, I became obese. I just couldn't take care of myself, I had a lot of work to do. Walking 3 times a week for an hour helped me. It's not too hard and I got bf who walks with me so I don't skip it. Also, I try to eat less. I eat half of my portions. I don't really care about what I eat, I like healthy foods, but I eat everything. Try this. This is doable because you don't change your lifestyle, this is not a big effort. Cheap and easy. :3
Load More Replies... Effie Razer 4 years ago
#14 doesn't know what a Golden Birthday is.... and I felt bad because I didn't finish the caption but sat there thinking "no way you're under 31" 😅 Your Golden Birthday is when you turn the age that is the date you were born. For example my bday is July 18th so when I turned 18 that was my Golden Birthday. I've never heard anyone call 50 anything but "over the hill" 😅
CbusResident 4 years ago
I look back on my comments here from some months ago, and realize something now: I should've felt even more strongly than I did at the time, just how wonderful it is that these wonderful people's success stories disprove the fat acceptance myths. Good job to these wonderful people!
Sandeep Patel 4 years ago
Well done to everyone, such inspiring pics, you all look so fabulous!!!
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