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Happy, Energetic and Proud - that's me. It all started one year and 2 months ago when I weighed 240 lbs and could not stand looking at myself in the mirror. I was very uncomfortable in my own body and realized something had to be done. I would look at celebrity fit club to see how Dr. Ian helped those individuals lose weight and said to myself ''Hey I can really do that.'' Then one evening while looking at television I saw his 50 million pound challenge commercial and decided to join. I'm so happy I did!
I lost 82 lbs the natural way, exercise and a healthy diet. It was hard work but trust me it's all worth it in the end. Determination and staying focus plays a major part in it as well. I started with a goal weight of 175 lbs but with the help of the 50 million pound challenge, not only did I meet that goal but I also passed it and now weigh 158 lbs YEAAAA ME!!
People please trust in yourself and don't let nobody tell you it can't be done because I'm living proof of that it can...GOOD LUCK 2 ALL' much love!
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Shamelle,
Congratulations on your success and thanks for sharing your story. Your success is an inspiration to me, like yourself I too weighed in at over the 200 mark (242) and have set my goal weight at 135. I know I have far to go but with faith and hard work I am motivated to do it, this time. I am a woman of 52 years and know that it is harder to drop the pounds than it was years ago, but I will not give up. Though I once did not like exercise, I am moving to love it because it will help save my life and keep me healthy.
Shamelle, keep up the fantastic journey as I begin on mine.
Kim "Godwithme!"
Posted by Kim | November 7, 2009 12:55 PM
Posted on November 7, 2009 12:55
Thank You for sharing your story of weigh loss. This gives me a sense of hope that through time, it can be done!!
Posted by Sheila | November 7, 2009 2:04 AM
Posted on November 7, 2009 02:04
Hello
First of all I want to say congratulations and you are looking very nice.Now I will also work hard to loose my weight.Thank you very much for sharing this with us.Keep up the good work.
Posted by magnesium | October 29, 2009 4:36 AM
Posted on October 29, 2009 04:36
Hey, Shamelle: I read several posts and yours was the one that hit home. I am right now right where you were and I am right now making a decision to be where you are. I want to be healthy again and I know that 80 lbs. would keep the sugar at bay, bring the blood pressure in control, keep me from taking high cholesterol meds and boost my self-esteem by leaps and bounds. Thanks girl for your story. Today is a new beginning.
Posted by Debbie | October 23, 2009 10:51 AM
Posted on October 23, 2009 10:51
Just reading your story is enough to make me tear up right now. I am re-starting the Challenge for the 3rd time and weigh in at 236 lbs (almost 20 lbs more than my husband) and am feeling pretty down right now. Seeing you success make me realize that I can also achieve the same if I only stick to it. Yet the biggest question is, "How did you stay motivated? What caused you to keep going when you felt like giving up? I just don't know how I'll get through those time and that really scares me.
Posted by Shon1 | October 16, 2009 10:45 PM
Posted on October 16, 2009 22:45
Hi Shamelle, I very proud of you I may not know you...but I'm very happy for you. This is my first day starting and I kind of afraid I will not live up to what I say. But you have inspired me not to give up, I'm 27 yrs old and weigh 176, I use to be 145lbs. I gained over 30 something lbs in about 2yrs and I don't like what I see, so I'm going to take your advice and keep going! I will keep u posted when I reach my goal of 150 lbs. Thanks alot!
Posted by Motivated | October 12, 2009 10:42 PM
Posted on October 12, 2009 22:42
Weight loss is weight loss, but 82 pounds? What a feat. I am truly inspired by your determination. So now you must deal with keeping it off. What's next? hang in there. I am 8 pounds down myself with 100 or so to go. :)
Posted by Tiki | October 12, 2009 3:55 PM
Posted on October 12, 2009 15:55
How do you change the foods in the plan.
Posted by jennifer | October 7, 2009 1:39 PM
Posted on October 7, 2009 13:39
GREAT JOB!!! I needed to read that story since today is my 1st day on. I know I deserve this and I WANT IT, and I know that no one is going to give it to me, so I am well on my way. Congrats to you & me too.
Posted by yafegginz | October 1, 2009 7:19 PM
Posted on October 1, 2009 19:19
Hi Shamelle, my name is candikane, and who you were a year ago, well thats me now I can't stand to look at myself in the mirror. I don't go shopping anymore and I use to love shopping. how did you get the strengh to do it?
Posted by candikane | September 27, 2009 11:35 AM
Posted on September 27, 2009 11:35
Congratulations! I get inspired reading stories like yours. I weighed 219lbs in December of 2008 and today I am 174lbs. My goal is to come down to 155lbs so I walk about 6 miles 5 to 6 days a week. I also watch the number of calories going inside. I want to be like you someday soon and I am learning to love my body after 4 children. Thank you for being an inspiration.
Posted by Chinye | September 26, 2009 6:47 PM
Posted on September 26, 2009 18:47
i love that you describe yourself as happy, energetic, and proud. that is very inspiring the way you lost all that weight!
I just started out and sometimes I want to describe myself as frustrated, exhausted, and overwhelmed. but then I remember that Dr. Ian said to think positive. So I guess I would describe myself then as focused, hard-working, and improving lol
Posted by Lori | September 25, 2009 4:47 PM
Posted on September 25, 2009 16:47
How long did it take you to lose the weight? and how much did you exercise each day?
Posted by Barbara | September 24, 2009 9:19 PM
Posted on September 24, 2009 21:19
Girl, you really inspire me!! You look great!! You go!
Posted by Mary Maine-Roberts | September 21, 2009 9:16 AM
Posted on September 21, 2009 09:16
shamelle geat job i am starting my journey today and believe me i want to loose 100 when i do I'll be posted keep going
Posted by poupart | September 20, 2009 2:38 PM
Posted on September 20, 2009 14:38
I am in a similar situation as you were -
You are a true inspiration for me and I
appreciate your story and your determination
and feel I can do this too. God Bless!
Posted by Cyndi | September 18, 2009 11:11 AM
Posted on September 18, 2009 11:11
Shamelle,
Thanks for your story. I'm just beginning the journey and weigh about the same as you did when you started.
I can't wait to post my success story and a great looking picture like yours!
Congratulations and I appreciate the inspiration.
Posted by divaontheway27 | September 15, 2009 10:38 PM
Posted on September 15, 2009 22:38
Shamelle, you look fantastic! You must FEEL fantastic, too! Congratulations on your accomplishment. You have a whole new way to be "happy, energetic and proud" now!
Posted by Kathie | September 13, 2009 6:30 AM
Posted on September 13, 2009 06:30
Good for you! I hope that I am just as successful... :-)
Posted by James | September 12, 2009 8:16 AM
Posted on September 12, 2009 08:16
To Shamelle..........I congratulate you on your achievement.I weighed 213 in March of 2009 and now at this point,I'm weighing 168,so I'm slowly marching toward my goal!I take no pills,but my only weakness is sweets,but I'm working on it.
To all of you that has fallen off track,know that I have as well.Just take it one meal at a time......Good Luck to all,I know you can do it.
I'm wishing Shelmax special encouragement........
Posted by Syymone | September 8, 2009 7:28 PM
Posted on September 8, 2009 19:28
Wow Shamelle! Keep up the great work. Right now I am struggling with my weight. And your story just influenced me to work harder and harder. If I lose the 100 pounds I want to lose. It will be because of you. Thanks for your inspiration. :)(: BC=P
Posted by Daneillia | September 7, 2009 9:03 AM
Posted on September 7, 2009 09:03
Big up shamelle,great job.Keep up the good work.im joinin u next
Posted by skeithroy | September 1, 2009 2:48 PM
Posted on September 1, 2009 14:48
is so proud of you and were there with you all through it. keep up the good work
Posted by Anonymous | September 1, 2009 2:21 PM
Posted on September 1, 2009 14:21
big up girl.great job.im next
Posted by skeithroy | September 1, 2009 1:31 PM
Posted on September 1, 2009 13:31
You look great. I am trying out the site. Just not sure how to handle the menus since it's just me. Seems like alot of food to buy. How did you do it?
Posted by Melanie Stutesman | September 1, 2009 1:11 AM
Posted on September 1, 2009 01:11
Shamelle, you look awesome!! I know this is something that you've now heard (or read) a billion times, but I'm sure you never get sick of hearing it. I've just signed up for the program and I have to postpone my official start to september 7th as im still recovering from back surgery, but you're a fantastic motivation for me. Congratulations!!!
Posted by Heather | August 31, 2009 10:42 PM
Posted on August 31, 2009 22:42
You look great.I have lost almost 50.Still 50 to go maybe more.Thanks for the inspiration.
Posted by SirLaundria | August 31, 2009 6:28 PM
Posted on August 31, 2009 18:28
When you look in the mirror I know you feel the struggle was worth it.You look FANTASTIC!!You are a real inspiration!
Posted by Bigmo | August 30, 2009 12:31 PM
Posted on August 30, 2009 12:31
Good for you! I hope that I am just as successful...
Posted by Lovely Lauralie | August 30, 2009 12:30 PM
Posted on August 30, 2009 12:30
Hello from Shelmax.
This is my first day. I'm at 430 pounds. I hope I can stay focused. I need to lose 250 pounds but and thinking 43 pounds is a good start.
I want to approach this as I do a work assignment. I find out all I can and do my best to create the best possible product.
This weight has been the only real obstacle in my life. I have learned to adjust to any other problem. So after 40 years of being over weight, I want to try to see what it feels like to not be overweight.
Wishing everyone the best,
Shelmax
Posted by Shelmax | August 30, 2009 12:26 PM
Posted on August 30, 2009 12:26
JUST WANNA SAY THANKS TO EVERYONE THAT CONGRATULATED ME...I'M ALSO HAPPY TO KNOW THAT Y'ALL ARE ON A GOAL TO LOSE THAT EXTRA WEIGHT U MAY BE CARRYING,JUST HAVE FAITH,BELIEVE IN YOURSELF AND IT WILL BE DONE. I KNOW IT CAN BE HARD BUT IT CAN BE DONE,SO EAT RIGHT EXERCISE AND MAKE IT HAPPEN :) ITS WORTH IT!
Posted by shamelle morton | August 29, 2009 7:43 PM
Posted on August 29, 2009 19:43
Congratulations!!!! You are truly an inspiration to me. I just started the program and I am excited. I have 120 lbs to lose to get to my goal, I know it's going to be hard but hearing your story makes all the pain worth while. Thank you for being strong and helping me to see that I have the strength too. Pray for and with me.....maybe I will have a success story to share. Once again congrats.
Posted by Monica Jones | August 28, 2009 12:21 PM
Posted on August 28, 2009 12:21
Congratulations!! I am so glad that I read your story. It gave me the motivation that I need to keep going on this journey. Thanks so much!!! Be Blessed.
Posted by Anonymous | August 26, 2009 10:14 AM
Posted on August 26, 2009 10:14
Congranulations Shamalle,
Your testimonial was right on time. I just started walking and trying to eat health and elimate some things that I eat. I didnot ecpect the weight to come off fast but I did think i would lose some noticeable inches but I have'nt. Could you tell me whats going on?
Posted by yosister47 | August 25, 2009 10:24 AM
Posted on August 25, 2009 10:24
Congratulations! You look so good. I have been overweight all my life. I'm trying to lose my weight. It is so hard. I don't know why I just can't stay focus on it. I have a daughter who is overweight a little bit. I want to set an example for her. I have sleep apnea and that's the only health problem. I'm thankful that I don't have high blood pressure or anything else. You are such an inspiration. I hope and pray tha I do as well as you have.
Posted by Kathy | August 25, 2009 10:04 AM
Posted on August 25, 2009 10:04
Keep up the good work!!
Posted by msangieo | August 24, 2009 10:04 PM
Posted on August 24, 2009 22:04
Shamelle:
just a note to let you know that you are truly inspirational to me. i also have 82 pounds to lose as my goal weight and reading your story not only touches my heart but it provides strength and motivation to press on to reach the mark for the prize (paraphrasing Paul the Apostle). May God Bless you and thank you for your story,it really helps me as I am only on day 6 of the challenge.
thanx again.
Posted by josalyn10 | August 24, 2009 7:44 PM
Posted on August 24, 2009 19:44
Thank you so much for sharing your story, such a uplifting motivation. Only those of us who are or have been there can understand the challenge that losing weight really brings. You help me to see on the other side of the mountain and that gives me hope and encouragement.
Posted by Mrs. Wright | August 24, 2009 6:26 PM
Posted on August 24, 2009 18:26
Shamelle, You look like you've always been thin. I'm right where you were and I've begun my journey today. Thanks for sharing your story and encouraging those who really need it.
Posted by stew2crew | August 24, 2009 9:49 AM
Posted on August 24, 2009 09:49
Good Morning All,
I just wanted to add a comment of hope. I began my exercise regiment this morning with healthy eating and areobic exercis. I am both excited and empowered today. I feel great and I owe thanks to God for the strength to do this. I have 50 pounds to shed, but I know that with healthy eating and constant exercise I will attain my goal. Besides I'm too short to carry this load. smile!!
Stacey D.
Posted by Stacey D. | August 24, 2009 8:00 AM
Posted on August 24, 2009 08:00
You go Miss Lady!! Bravo on all of your hard work. I started at 303 and am now down to 275. I have a long way to go but reading your story has let me know that it can be done the natural way. Thank you for the inspiration. You look amazing.
Posted by Nicky B. | August 23, 2009 3:46 PM
Posted on August 23, 2009 15:46
I appreciate you running your story. to be honest, i have been trying to lose weight for years. I would lose and gain it back, and each time i gain it back, I would gain more. I have signed up with the gym about 8x. My hangup is that stress or boredom causes me to eat. I want to lose 85lbs. How do you stay motivated?
Help me please
Posted by nina | August 22, 2009 11:42 PM
Posted on August 22, 2009 23:42
KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK AND KEEP OUT NEGATIVITY. YOU ARE FABULOUS!
Posted by rita clark | August 22, 2009 12:36 PM
Posted on August 22, 2009 12:36
Dear Shamelle
Am reading your blog its very inspirational to me because i know what your saying about feeling uncomfortable with your own body a friend of mines just introduced me to this website and i really appreciated it when she did that not only i was already buting my self on a died but now i have extra help. I lost 6 pounds on my own with me try my best to make meals and so on and so forth, but i know with doctor Ian i will lose more, my starting wait with the challenge is 210, and i know i can lose these pounds reading your story reminded me of myself two months ago because i was really 216, and i lost 6. so thank you for your story and have a blessed weekend
Sabrina
Posted by Sabrina Paul | August 21, 2009 9:50 PM
Posted on August 21, 2009 21:50
Congratulations and praise God on accomplishing your goal. I'm looking foward to getting this extra weight off of me. I have to get this keg down to a six pack. But seriously I'm going to use your success story as extra motivation to do what I have to do to be a healthier individual.
Posted by Demetrius Houston | August 21, 2009 1:45 PM
Posted on August 21, 2009 13:45
I go to this site every morning before I eat breakfast and I would like to say that reading your story has given me more determination. My goal is almost the same. I will be losing 83 lbs. I have 69 to go. I started at 243 and I look at your picture and see how I will look soon. Thanks for that and you look great.
God Bless
Posted by GINGLEPLAY | August 21, 2009 9:10 AM
Posted on August 21, 2009 09:10
Congratulations!!! You are proof that it can be done! I'm only a week into the challenge and you've given me another reason why I'm doing this. Thanks!
Posted by Anonymous | August 21, 2009 7:04 AM
Posted on August 21, 2009 07:04