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- Опубліковано 26 вер 2024
- This was a tough one for me to film. I really appreciate your kindness & support. I hope that my story can help you, and show you that change is possible. There is a light at the end of the tunnel, but only you can make it happen. Love you guys.
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I watched this video 2 years ago and thought to myself, that I could never do this. Happy to say that I’ve dropped 64 lbs, overcame my depression and now am in a healthy place with food. This video greatly inspired me as I’m around the same height and build as Mari. And we had very similar starting weights. Thanks for the inspiration 😊
Well-freaking-done!
Congratulations. Keep grinding
What changed for you? I feel so stuck and feel like it will never happen.
@@Lynz1210 Starting today by doing small things is better than never starting and staying at a weight you don’t want to be or gaining weight on top of that weight you need to lose.
wonderful!
Thank you so much. SO MANY fitness gals on YT share their story, something like “I was so active in college, cheerleading and martial arts, blah blah blah” meanwhile I’m thinking “yeah okay!!! DOES ANYONE START FROM A DARK PLACE? Depression, food issues, anxiety???!
I relate to you. Thank you for your story ❤️
Jamie Butler lmao when I knew you were thinking of Whitney Simmons for one of them
U are mumbling
Jamie Butler LOVE this comment 🙏🏼❤️
Jamie Butler WE LOVE YOU.
It would have been much better if I seen this specific “t.co/iqHBclbolv a couple of years back. I burned 12 pounds in three weeks up to now. There is certainly still need of exercises even only a few times a week and also the meals to eat must be best. It showed awesome results for me. Undeniably, this is strongly recommended and I also do hope this would work to you too simply because it did to me. .
“I would walk in the gym and walk right back out because there were too many people, too many men in the weights area” .....ME. All the TIME. Lol
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Same here
Can't get other people get to you!
@@kreativeReise I promise that no one in the gym judges, most of us are very friendly and helpful people.
@@TheBuffessor I know that mostly it's only in our heads. If your not alone it's easier...but to have to find someone for support. Shame is a big problem.
When you said “think of every workout as your last” it motivated me so much.
What you said about never having goals before your fitness journey really resonates with me. It took a period of deep depression to start on my fitness journey too. I'm only 3 months in, and it's been a slow start, but you are definitely an inspiration. Thank you for sharing your story, Mari!
Very similar story, skinny all my life until I got married (age 21). I’m not sure what I suffer from but I definitely have dips into depression and have major anxiety which affects my eating. Now I have two little boys and it’s made it so difficult. I have a hard time even leaving the house (because of the anxiety), but it’s literally exhausting for me to take these two little boys out. I don’t have anyone to rely on and watch them. I feel stuck. My doctor does not take me seriously. She’s told me I look “fine”. I’m a 37 BMI... I try to stick to healthy eating habits and do strength workouts at home, but it doesn’t always happen the way it should. I’ve been trying since March and not only did I gain everything back I gained more. I’m just about to give up. But your video did help. Thank you for sharing. I’d love to have success like a lot of these people on here. I’m really trying.
It's taken me about 10 years to realize that my super unhealthy weight fluctuations were strongly linked to a mood disorder. I'm glad that you shared your story, it's great inspiration for me having been recently diagnosed and still adjusting to the treatment and new knowledge about why I've been the way that I've been. I look forward to a video with more details of your disorder if you ever choose to talk about it! Thank you for sharing!
Wow I’m kind of shocked at how much I can relate to your story. My parents split up in high school and my mental health kind of spiraled when I was in college, and I hit my highest weight at 210 lbs (5’6”). I sought therapy as well and was diagnosed with a mood disorder also. It wasn’t until I came to terms with all that, that I was able to start my fitness journey almost 2 months ago. I’m down 20 pounds and I feel great, your posts on Instagram inspire me daily. I’ve hit a little plateau and I lack motivation, I was gonna skip working out today but this video has motivated me to get my butt of the couch and go get some physical activity in. Thank you so much for sharing your story, you’re a queen.
Edit: it’s been a year and I’ve lost 55 lbs total! Thank you Mari 💕
WOW girl we might be twins haha! SO happy to hear you've discovered fitness..you're changing your life! I'm so proud of you
Omg I'm 5'6 and my highest was 220 lb in first year of college. My parents are also divorced. 😂 Last year I managed to lose 40 lb, life improved a lot.
This is the exactlyy the situation I am im in just... haven't got the weightloss part yet :(
Makayla Rippy my parents split up when I was 5 so I am used to it but I still wish they were together 😭😭😭
I have bipolar disorder and anxiety and also have a really similar story! My parents divorce was when I was 7 and I ended up steadily putting in weight and eventually ran into trouble with eating disorders and self harm but fitness has been so life changing for me! Ended up losing 50lbs after high school and fitness gave me a sort of self-confidence and passion that I had never had. I’d love to hear more about your story
I am currently in your « before » positon, but this video has given me something to look forward to. It has motivated me get healthy again! Thank you so much for opening up and telling your story, I was impacted as I’m sure so many others were too. You’re greatly appreciated!!
I don't get those 442 dislikes at this video. This is inspiring since there are so many girl struggling with problems and this video is very honest and helpful. So many are struggling everyday and cannot or don't know how to ask for help. Sharing your story is a big thing. I've been there and I can relate
Unrelated but your skin is so gorgeous and clear! Teach me your secrets 😜
Food is really powerful! Alcohol and high sugar food is the worst
exercise help too.. my blemishes fading since I start working out
Angelica Preston I know i’m late but i’ve been eating healthily and exercising for just 4 days and I can already see my skin clearing up 🙌 it’s amazing
@@Hopeepink probably
Wow update, i’ve lost 29 pounds :)
Thanks Greg!!!!
Great video 80% if not more of overweight people is because emotional disorder, once you stop focusing on everything and everyone else and you move your focus on yourself is when you will do the change💪 ANYBODY CAN DO IT💕
When you described your boyfriend looking at the scale for you it made me tear up out of happiness! That is so awesome he did that!!!!
I had, LITERALLY, the exact same experience as you. This hit so close to home for me - thank you for sharing.
I endured a lot of trauma in my teenage years, and developed severe anxiety/depression as a result. I was a normal weight until I went on antidepressants and gained about 65 lbs in 1 year. All I felt like doing was eating large amounts of junk food and sleeping, and that's what I did. I was only 16 at the time, and I hated myself and was so insecure.
I stayed on the meds for about 5 years, but eventually went off. As soon as I went off I started craving healthy foods, going to the gym, and fell in love with fitness. I, too, was afraid to weigh myself, so I never did during my journey (except for maybe once/year). I took about 2 years but I eventually lost 85lbs and felt amazing!
I would love to hear about the emotional/mental health aspect of your journey, as well. I know I'll be able to relate.
You're awesome - keep it up 💗
I used to get your photo of 'before' and 'after' on Instagram feed, and i was really curious that was it real or just a market gimmick. Thank you for sharing your story. You are awesome!!
Yes, it was very inspiring!
I think a lot more people than you realize can relate with your story.. I actually ended up dropping out of college because of anxiety/depression as well, and I’m on my own health journey right now. Thank you for sharing your story, I know it’s not easy! ❤️
Same thing is about to happen to me too :(
“You have to go through a storm every now and then to have a rainbow” ⛈😔🌈😊
Madison Fowler I love that
I have the same quote in my room :)
flower123 🥰
Samah Mohammed thank you 🥰
It’s so true that if you’re dealing with mental health issues it’s so much easier to put on weight. Since grade 8 I’ve struggled with depression and my weight. This past school was my senior year and I got hit with my most difficult bout of depression yet. I had lost 60 lbs in grade 10 but I ended up putting 70 lbs on throughout my senior year. Now I’m really struggling to get the motivation to get back to losing weight because it feels like I just went through this, and now I’m back at the beginning. Anyways, thanks for sharing your story! It’s very inspiring for those who are going through similar struggles with mental health and weight! Xo
i was 245 pounds i am not 180 pounds and still going. just posted a weightloss video. so proud of you girl !! i know it can be a struggle. you look amazing :)
Sometimes she sounds British and sometimes American or maybe it’s just me hahaha but it’s fun to hear
ImIva Xo I was thinking the same thing. Is she American?
She sounds South African...maybe a parent isn't American
I think she’s Australian
Lol she is DEFINITELY British 😂
But she's from New York right? I'm so confused...
im so happy i found this video i can 100% relate!! i have always been bigger but i gained A LOT of weight this year due to stress/ anxiety/weed. I'm so far 35 pounds down!!!! its such a relief bc I'm scared i cant get to my goal of 140 but thank you so much for making me believe and to know that I'm not alone!!!! xoxo
I just watched this because I’m in a dip myself at the moment and it’s INSANE how similar your story is to mine I’m currently 22 myself at the moment just getting out of a relationship and not feeling great and dealing with so many aspects of my own mental health. Thank you thank you thank you 🙏🏻
I hope it helps you love
I never cry but for some reason I started fully tearing up when you read your old notes on your phone. My notes are filled of the exact same stuff from when I lost 20ish lbs I gained from horrific binge eating. So proud of you!
“I may be a little heavier but at least I’m happy - but I wasn’t.” Holy fuck those words have come out of my mouth on multiple occasions, and really I’m not much happier, eating just makes life hurt less.
Telling yourself you’re bloated - that’s exactly what I did until I woke up.
I just like you, the minute you started. It's great to see someone actually genuine on this platform. Thank you for this video. I appreciate it!
Girllll! the weight section used to be so intimidating to me! I used to avoid it when to many people were there. It's my favourite section now, I struggle mentally too, so glad to see your progress! Thank you for your videos and sharing!
Please know how inspiring this is and how much it actually helps. I'm just above the age now when you first started however my journey with food has been tough, i'm staying motivated and optimistic because of people like you who show me that it is possible if you put your mind to it. I constantly mask a face to the rest of the world and hide how unhappy with myself and what i look like, but thank you for showing me that change is possible and learning to love yourself through making yourself feel mentally and physically better. These videos really mean a lot to people like me, so thank you!
Thank you for sharing, I know it's not easy. I'm not a hugger but I would love to hug you and say thanks for being so sincere and genuine.
I would love a hug :)
Hello! I’m from the Philadelphia area! I recently started watching your videos. You have inspired me to start working out again. I got into a car accident & then got really sick & put on 35 lbs. I’m very petite, so 35 lbs is a lot on my body. It’s been several years of healing & surgeries, but I’m finally in a place where I can move without pain. Throughout this time I’ve struggled with being embarrassed about my weight & not wanting to run into people I know. I had stopped dressing cute & just opted for jeans & a t-shirt everyday. You know how hot & humid it can be in Philly!
I’m so grateful to have found your UA-cam! I’ve looked at a lot of different people’s channels & I’ve found yours to be the most encouraging, most filled with thorough teaching (I really like that), & not pressuring. Thank you so much for all that you do!
Thank you soooo much for this! I experienced the same thing, going from being a healthy weight to partying and eating bad food, leading to gaining weight really fast. I've been going to the gym, changed my diet, stopped drinking and now I finally starting to see that number drop. It's just so motivating to hear someone else's story which is the mirror image of my own and showing that things can change. I thank you tremendously for this!
P.s. I'm also from Philadelphia, so that made it even more relatable lol
So happy to hear that you're making such happy & healthy changes!!
I went into this video wanting to listen to your story. I have been following you for a while because of your fitness journey. I have tried a bunch of times to work out and lose weight because I suffer from anxiety and depression that is a result of my weight. But towards the end of the video you said that you made your first health post on October 17, 2017. That's my 19th birthday. I think that was a sign to me that I need to keep trying. You are so amazing Mari and now because of you in not gonna give up!
I feel you on that when you say it totally changed your life..Recently I started to work out and I feel for the first time in my life I have a goal..And I'm getting more motivated every day.After recent toxic relationship brake up I realized it was me that had the issues the whole life..not the other person..the other people are just the reflection ..Since I took responsibility for my own crap for the first time in my life I feel I'm in control and I have a goal and this is just the beginning..it's crazy how fitness can change your life..
I’ve never been a really “skinny” person but what I thought was “fat” in high school doesn’t hold a candle to the fat that I am now. I’m 5’4” and 222 pounds.
I’ve struggled with rapid cycling bipolar disorder since I was a kid, although I wasn’t diagnosed with that specifically until my early 20’s, I’m 36 now and parts of me feel like I’ll just be fat for the rest of my life.
I’m going to watch the rest of your videos and maybe some of the other people you mentioned in this video and hopefully get myself on the right track!
Thank you!
@Ashleigh Fordice you can do this🙌 I thought the same thing when I started my journey in October I was over 200 and I had alot of health issues and was depressed and thought I was never going to lose any fat or that I was going to be able to make any goals that I wanted to. I have crushed many goals and the weights I wanted to get passed and More!💛💪 You can so do this I have lost 50lbs and I am going for my last 5-10lbs that I want to lose for my height and if I lose a little more then I will be beyond overjoyed 😉😁 . We are all here to Cheer, You on whenever you need it , and I only actually lost the weight in 4 months but it's been from October when o started to now so Oct 2019- May 2020.. you can always find me here and on IG and FB also. 😉💛❤️
Girl, SAME!I'm 36, 5'4 and started at 217 going into this year. I finally decided that doing anything at all was better than continuing to do nothing and go any further down the detrimental road that got me to that point in the first place. So, I decided to try keto. I started Feb 10th 2020. It took 3 months but I lost 9 pounds. I decided even though thats not a lot for what seemed like such a long time, its still better than losing nothing at all so ill keep going. In may, I decided I need to do some kind of exercise so I made myself start walking. At first, I just walked half to a mile once a day at least 2 days a week. Then I bumped it to 3 days, 30 mins. Then something weird happened- I started to look forward to my little walks around my neighborhood. So I walked twice a day. And the weight has REALLY started coming off. I'm now down 20lbs and have started yoga from home via Amazon prime beginner vids and I mix it up by doing some free weights or some stationary biking too depending on my mood. Some days, all I can do is walk 30 mins by i just dont feel motivated but hey its better than the nothing I was doing before!!!just do anything honey i promise it'll help. You've got to start somewhere, after all! Good luck and I truly wish you the best!!!
Lady! Find a functional nutritionist, get a vitamin panel done, check your iron levels... it is insane how much of a difference getting those under control will help with both mental health and weight loss.
I was 220 at 5’4” when I was 30. Began to work with my nutritionist, and I lost 60 pounds in 7 months, without exercising a single day.
Girl, if I can do it, anyone can! I’m rooting for you!!
It amazes me how sincere, nice and loving you are. There are a lot of people on UA-cam doing similar things, but you stand out with that down to earth attitude. Thank you for being so inspirational and for being so honest, it is hard to do so. Keep going!
Aleksandra Zivadinovic so true! What a lovely comment to leave, as well. Thanks for putting love and encouragement out in the world💗
You’re such an inspiration, Mari ❤️ Especially for everyone who’s struggled with mental health issues and have felt like there’s no light at the end of the tunnel. You’re a positive force in people’s lives and we love you!
I love this comment, thank you thank you. I am proud to be able to speak about mental health, and to help others that struggle with it. It's nothing to be ashamed of, we can all help each other
I just stumbled into this and turns out I could definitely relate to your story. Feel like I was listening to my struggles. I was super skinny, shy in jr. High and high school, and I just was, I didn't try. Parents divorced. College I just went nuts, started gaining weight. Depression, mood swings. My story changes at 24 I was pregnant, not done with school. Eventually went back to school and finished and now have a career in nursing. Im on one medication that works great for me but My struggle is still with my weight. Im 32, about to turn 33 and really need to start focusing MORE on my weight and health. Ive accomplished many goals in life and really want to lose about 40lbs. I have difficulty with being consistent with my fitness and nutrition. Loved hearing your story, its very inspiring. Keep it up! 🤗😊💪💪 I see a wonderful future ahead of you. Glad I ran into your UA-cam video. Subscribed!
I’ve been really struggling with my weight loss and mental health for the past year. Transitioning out of college to full time night shift job has been tough but watching you and your journey is so inspiring. Thank you for sharing with us!! 💓
How do you work on your bottom part of your belly? I've lost 20 lbs in 2 months and I have a lot to go. What are attainable goals? I'm 5'7 240lbs.. I've never written that or said that. Ever.
I am 5'7 too and I weigh 170Ibs. I used to weigh 186lbs and all I can say is good for you. My mom weighs around your weight and has diabetes, I saw that I was at risk and have started a weight loss journey of my own. My personal goals are to get to 150lbs by Christmas and 120lbs by Summer. All I can say is that you should try to constantly think more about making yourself feel healthy instead of thinking just about weight. Just keep moving in the right direction, no matter how slow, keep losing weight. You can do it. I just realise that I've never written that either.
Geezee Gamez isn’t 120lbs for 5’7 a little too low? My sister is 5’4 and weighs 120 and she is very thin.
I looked it up on a BMI chart and turns out 120lbs is slightly underweight. My new goal is around 130lbs.
DUDE! I'm 5'7 and I have the same goal as you! Earlier this year I was about 170, but during the summer I got a lot less active due to a multitude of reasons. Whenever I got a physical check up a few weeks ago I weighed 186 (like you were previously 😂) it'd be SUPER cool if we could connect on social media or something because I'm really looking for a weight loss journey partner or just someone to go along with. Since you've already been pretty successful, and we have the same goals (literally I've been telling my parents that I want to be around 150ish by the end of the year.) would you mind conversing with me on what you've done to be successful so far?
Good for you! It's nice knowing that I'm not alone on my fitness journey. However, I would like to remain anonymous, but good luck finding someone to connect with!
I am so happy for you. Your story made me cry, because I can‘t imagine how hard it must have been. It has actually motivated me so much right now to get back into therapy (I dropped it after 1 year because I didn‘t click well with my therapist). I was honestly way too scared scared to get back on with it. But now this gave me a loving but hard push to do it; so thank you from the bottom of my heart for that. I really needed this. I wish you the best and thank you for sharing :) I am very grateful you chose to share something so personal, I am sure you have helped so many people by doing so ❤️❤️
You honeslty inspire me so much.. ive started following you for alittle more than 3months when i started cross training and the journey onto my fitness goals! I look up to you so much because after watching this video ive realized that i am currently going through exacly what you went through. I just want to be happy and hopefully i will by bettering myself and being healthy
Thank you for showing love girl
It all starts with a healthy mindset!! I have a couple videos to explain this is you want to check them out!!
Mari, I hope you read this.
You’re the biggest inspiration for me.
I’ve searched IG and UA-cam for years now and somehow you’re the only woman I’ve felt I can connect with.
I bought your resistance band and workout plans, but I didn’t realize you’d also give me the confidence to get my ass in the gym. I’m 5’10 and I look at your photos every day think I will look as amazing as you do one day if I stick with it.
Thank you for being so transparent, you’re so incredibly courageous.
Gloria Quintero hi Gloria!! Thank you so much for this amazing comment ❤️ I’m so happy you’re loving the guides and getting your confidence back!!! 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼 keep slaying I am so proud of you!
This is exactly what I needed to hear right now. Sitting here crying because I can relate so much. I ordered your bands the other day I’m so excited for them to come! You’re beautiful inside and out and thank you for sharing this 💜
Im so happy it helped you love
10:26 a few weeks ago, I went through a really tough week. The moment I got help I immediately felt better (long story short, severe anxiety and panic disorder) anyway, it was only one week, in this week, I experienced the same thing. I think I understand what you meant. You went through a depersonalization episode. It’s like looking at yourself at the mirror, but feeling like that wasn’t you. Like you’re disconnected from your own body. Your emotions don’t match up with your brain, you feel numb. Derealization is feeling disconnected from your surroundings, like you’re looking at the world through a window. Those are symptoms of anxiety. I’m glad you’re better and you’re so so so strong.
Recently, my mother died. And months later, I've been up almost *20* lbs because I was eating to cope and just eating more and more... I feel like poop all day... I was really closed off with my friends and family because I hated talking about it. Everytime I would talk about it, I would cry and I hated to cry in front of people... but I had some talks with my close friends, and I've been trying to be more open about how I feel. Actually, 3 of my friends and I are planning on working out at the gym together because our gym is doing a summer teen program so we all get in for free... I want to be able to look in the mirror and not hate myself.
(Throughout my early teens, I kinda struggled with eating disorders and I lost about 60 lbs in one summer [fluctuating constantly with bulimia].. I don't want to punish myself anymore. But for the longest time, I didn't know what to do to lose weight[fat i mean], but I'm gonna try better..)
I am so sorry for your loss. My Mom passing away... well, I get it. The sorrow is real. But talking about it..really helps. Hope u continue to develop healthy habits and a kinder relationship with food. All the best!💖🌺
My mom recently passed away too and I get it it’s super hard I’ve packed on 50 lbs since the beginning of the year
I’m so sorry you have to go through something so tough at such a young age. You are in my prayers and I hope everything eventually get better ❤️
Tough times make us stronger and you seem like a strong person, but remember you have to talk to people you trust so you don’t keep it all inside.
I hope your weight loss journey is so rewarding after that you would like to tell your story later on on UA-cam! God bless you forever ❤️
My mom also passed. I also gained weight. 20 lbs in the last 6 months. I'm 263. The heaviest I've ever been. So I'm here to get help. I'm here for a positive shift. Thank you.
Jazmine, When you wake up every morning, remind yourself of the LOVE your Mother had for you. You need to LOVE yourself the same way!. Every moment of LIFE given to us is a true blessing!!! It is normal to feel hopeless while you are grieving, allow yourself to open up your heart to your family and friends who support you. Tell them how you feel and give yourself permission to cry until the tears run dry. Losing weight can be difficult in this fast-food world. Try to eat REAL FOOD that nature has provided because you are not just a number on the scale, YOU are #1!!! Discuss your concerns with your family doctor if you need a bit of guidance, they can help.
Omg, thank you so much for sharing this! I honestly feel like I am at the lowest point of my life. I recently went through a massive heartbreak and I've been channeling all my frustration at the gym. However, sometimes I feel like giving up on life but your video definitely helped me to realize that I am stronger than I give myself credit for. I am beyond motivated to not only workout but to find my peace. Thanks again!
Keep going 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Girl. Literally. This is me. I am at my heaviest rn. And I believe it has everything to do with my deprestion. Thanks for sharing! This definitely is inspiring and motivating to know I'm not the only one that feels like they are just drifting through life. And that you have made so so much progress.
I've been wanting to lose weight for a long time but I've been so confused as to how I should start and what I should do in order to lose any. I've probably watched hundreds of videos containing tips on how to lose weight. This is probably the most helpful I've come across yet. Thank you so much for sharing your journey!
This is so so so inspirational!! I think I can personally relate to like 90% of everything you went through and it's nice to know other people have fought the same battles and continue to fight them but there is hope!! I'm in the middle of my fitness journey now and it is so much more than just losing the weight, the other pros that come along with it like feeling strong and healthy and independent and all of the self love is so amazing. I'm super proud of how far you've come and thank you for being so honest and sharing your story
Mari, I was on a vacation (one of my HUGE goals) whileyou posted this so I’ve been waiting for the perfect one to finally watch it. I share a similar story and I want to thank you for sharing. It really is true how powerful and strong hitting goals can make you feel! Thanks for the constant motivation girl.
Julia
Omg I’m 5’10 started gaining weight after taking antidepressants. I didn’t feel anything emotionally (numb). Stomach became a bottomless pit. Dr kept upping my meds each visit. 2 years later 80 lb weight gain I was so sad. It’s very hard to lose this weight. I saw an interview you did on a podcast and now I’m feeling validated. I was 242. I’m currently at 201 and still going. I took my health and weight for granted. I’m ready to get back to me one day at a time
Wow I realized I'm watching this almost a year after it was filmed and its still such a huge impact! So inspiring! I appreciate you talking about the mental and emotional fight and process because its real. God bless you girlie ❤
I have never heard someone who has such a similar story to my own. I have struggled a very long time with my weight and my own emotional disorders while being in college. I have started my own fitness journey this past month it has been really hard. I am starting my last full year of college and hearing you speak on these things really has helped me! I appreciate you so so much!
I've never commented on any youtube videos but I just have to let you know how inspiring this is! This brought me to tears. So happy I came across your video today!! Thank you so much for sharing your story :)
Thank you girl
Hi! I saw the date on your video and I know I'm like late as hell 😅 but I just discovered it bc I'm currently on a weight-loss journey myself and I love watching other peoples stories. So that's how I came across yours and I just wanted to say that you've given me so much motivation, inspiration, and hope to continue on this really tough and long journey. I basically started at the weight that you did when you first started and my goal is to lose 65 lbs and I've lost 23 so far. Recently I was feeling a little unmotivated and just wanting to give up.. like it just felt like something I could never achieve. But just watching your video has truly uplifted me and I could definitely relate to some of your dark times. I could just relate so deeply. So thank you so much for sharing this 💕 you've definitely gained a new subscriber, follower, and supporter. ❤
Thank you for telling your story! I have a very similar mental health and weight loss journey. It's such a joy to have overcome these challenges, to everyone who is suffering from depression or obesity, you CAN make it, you can see changes.
I balled my eyes out but so proud to “know” you and finally relate to a fitness icon that has been through what I’ve been through. Thank you for sharing your story and letting all of us in. I love you and am so grateful for you!
Thank you for this sweet comment Kristina
I would like to hear more about your emotional disorder
There are so many people that can relate to one or more of struggles you dealt with, and can benefit from learning how you overcame and that just like you, we can all overcome and it’s so worth it. I don’t know you, but it feels like you are so genuinely interested in helping others, that is beautiful. I’m so glad I came across your Instagram. You are very inspiring and motivational and I’m so glad you are in a great place now
Thank you! I was unmotivated about working out this week and now I’m headed there with you in mind! Thank you! 💖
Guuuuuurl... I feel you COMPLETELY.
I literally can sympathize with everything that you're saying. First of all, thank you so much for having the strength to share this incredible and inspirational talk. I saw your video this morning on my walk to work and made sure to save it for later, so happy I did. I've been in recovery from anorexia for little over a decade now and I have to actively remind myself everyday why it's important that I eat that day. It's the most irritating aspect of myself. There will be times where I am having a moment in thought where I will tell myself that I shouldn't eat because I don't "need" it. But then another, more compassionate, side of myself reminds me that If I don't eat, I cannot workout. Fitness definitely saved my life. I feel an instant connection with you through this video, so happy I found it :-)
This is it! This is the video. This is my exact life right now. Like I’m 200 pounds 5’9 and depressed as hell I needed this
Your story is fabulous. Maybe i am your oldest fan, but when i listen to you I feel ageless and hopeful.
Your radiate goodness. I appreciate the courage it took for you to share.
Finding you... exactly on this day ... is perfect for me, and my story.
I have been so depressed after losing my health about a decade ago.
Time for me to really effort change. I don't know your emotional challenges...
perhaps they in some way parallel my own.
When depressed, it is difficult to choose change, even if you want to do so. You inspire me at a core level.
Bless you, Love you, Grateful, to know you are in the world doing so much good.
Marie, you're such an inspiration to me, I'm on a journey to lose about 30 pounds in the next 5 months. I've been following your Instagram for a while, and it's always great to see how strong and beautiful you are.
Thank you for your posts and motivation
Thank you for your story. You have no idea how much your words can help someone in the same situation. Congratulations on your change and I’m thankful that you were able to feel better without having to take medication. It gives hope to people that feel stuck in there battle with different disorders.
You’re amazing Mari. I started my weight loss journey in January I was 220lbs and now I’m 188lbs. My goal for now is to be at 160lbs. I love you page and thanks for sharing your story. You seem like such a sweet person ❤️
This isn’t just a body transformation, it’s a complete change of mindset. Thank you for sharing your story.
As someone struggling to get my bearings with this fitness journey and who struggles with a diagnosed mental disorder and a handful of undiagnosed emotional disorders, I would love for you to talk more about this if you are comfortable doing so. Thank you so much for being you!
Wow, Mari... i am blown away. thank you so much for opening up. you have helped me out and opened my eyes so much. i have so much stuff going on in my life right now and i’m trying to get into fitness because i’m hoping it’ll make me feel better. thank you for giving me a little bit of hope.
I’m going through the weight gain & depression stage right now. If you could do a what you eat in a day or a workout plan video it’d really really help ! You’re my body goal inspiration
Hi, been through this too! My tip: take care of your depression first, your body will follow. Trying both is a a lot pf pressure to put on yourself
Thank you so much for sharing your story! Proud to be a fellow 5’11” girl and proud of you for making these leaps and bounds! You are truly an inspiration ❤️
10,000 subscriber!!! Your story just makes me realize that taking care of my mind and body is important ❤
Natalia Nicole ahhhhh!!! Thank you girly!! Woke up to your comment notification this morning it made me very happy
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by far, this is my favorite transformation video (and that's saying a lot because i've seen loads)
i even got emotional watching this especially on the part where you started getting really excited talking about reaching your goals everytime and setting new goals.
probably because i'm on my fitness journey as of the moment, my starting weight is 58 kilos and my goal is 50-52kls, i haven't weighed myself for 2 months now but i can see changes and i feel so happy but, there are times when i wanna just drop it all... hearing u say that that still happens to u but u always choose to not fall back and not give in made me more motivated than i already am. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING YOUR STORY. i'm so glad i've clicked on your video!
This is weird watching. We’re the same age, and I relate so much to you and your story. Thank you for sharing it. I’m currently 2 weeks in to a lifestyle change of joining the gym and eating healthy again after I gained like 40 pounds over two years. This is what I needed to see. So thank you.
Gosh, I was at 228 when I started my journey. My boyfriend and I decided to change together (much like you had someone motivating you too). I’m like, amazed how similar our experiences are thus far.
Thank you so much for your courage. Mood disorders are so stigmatized and it takes brave people like you to help bring awareness and cultivate compassion and understanding for those of us that live with that challenge.
Thank you, thank you, thank you for sharing this! You are such an inspiration to me. I have a hard time relating to other youtubers but I can see so much of myself in you. I currently feel like I am just existing and not living but you have given me the confidence and courage to set a goal and make myself feel whole again ❤️ thank you again so much!
I'm so happy that you can relate, I know the feeling very well. You've got this girly
I can completely relate to the whole emotional aspect! I am now a sophomore in college and dealing with anxiety and depression. It extremely sucks during these times. The whole break up thing, I can also relate to that. The pain, and manifesting everything into them, makes you think where did YOU go wrong and you start blaming yourself for everything. It totally sucks, but I’m trying to keep my head up and stick close to fitness right now. That’s my only grounding besides my support system (extremely trustworthy friends since I have a hard time trusting anyone). In all honesty, I’m so glad I found you. Thank you! ❤️
I’m sure there is no shortage of people championing your success and continuous progress, so I won’t bore you with praise; however, it is no small feat to not only overcome your body, but more so, to overcome your mind. A woman, at such a young age, living in America, where spirits are designed to be crushed, you did what spiritual leaders like Buddhist monks spend a lifetime trying to do...quiet the mind and take control of the self. There is not enough applause in my hands to thunder what you have done. I am myself trying to overcome the depression part, and have reached the “indifferent” phase. I will continue to watch you for motivation, and believe me when I say, that is saying a lot.
You are such a beautiful woman! Even more than outside, you are gorgeous inside. I’ve been following your instagram for a while now and i can completely relate to you when you said you felt like you were in a haze. That’s how i feel and it’s because of the bad food that i’m putting in my body that i feel that way. Thank you so much for this video and for the motivation!
I relate SOOOOO freakn much it's pathetic. Wow when ur in such a dark place u always think ur alone. I feel u sis!💯 thanks for keeping it real
Can you also do a video on your experience with ADD as a young girl? There's a definite lack of resources for moms and girls and I bet you have a brilliant perspective.
You are a legend. Thank you for sharing your story and opening up your heart. You are an inspiring, awesome and amazing human being.
These stories make me so sad cause when i was younger like up to age 7 i was really skinny but then in my pictures u could see me gradually getting bigger and bigger and i didnt notice until i looked down and saw i had stretch marks and a double chin. And i was soo sad i cant even express it. It took me years before i could wear shorts again and feel comfortable. But i was still gaining weight i was just like fuck it im finee no big deal. But i realized i wasnt happy cause i would change little things like i started eating salads for lunch instead of sandwiches and shit like that. And some weeks ill start working out but i have zero motivation to work out even the i have reasons for my self and to prove others wrong. I also have opportunity and resources available to lose the weight i want but i just dont and it makes me so sad. Currently i am 14, 5'7, and 225 lbs and i am so weak and it just hurts but for something i want so badly i put it off so much. So soon im trying a new way. Im going to set a date in 3 weeks from my start and do some form of exercise, whether its work out or bike ride or yoga and if this doesnt work idk what im gonna do honestly cause i just cant keep myself in the right motivational mindset and its killing me
For the past 1 1/2 I’ve been going through the toughest time of my life . And fitness has been my outlet to get past my struggles. Thank you for sharing your story. It makes me more hopeful.
I love these stories where some good guy comes in to share advice and don't judge.
I started at 252lbs quit soda lost 12lbs... so 240lbs then I started to make healthier choices I'm now down to 216lbs.... not good with the internet but trying to learn would love yo watch more of ur stuff and fallow you if I can figure it out.... I want to feel good about myself and healthy.... I'm loving this lifestyle change your an inspiration!!!!!
I have never related to a video so much. Thank you so much for this. I really needed this.
I’m so happy I found your channel, I’ve been watching so many fitness accounts trying to find inspiration and gaining a desire to become lean but strong but these girls had started from being small and bulked to be the size they are. But your journey is more inspirational and similar to my own.
you are such an inspiration! you make me believe in myself and prove that you dont need any potions or supplements im order to loose weight. just eating healthy and doing it for you!! love you mari, thank you for helping me to keep going❤️
you got this girly :)
Wow thank you you are such an inspiration! I am a 59-year-old woman and you wouldn't believe how much you have motivated me. I was on a lot of anti-depressants and got off of them and I'm now eating healthy I have lost about 30 pounds and I want to lose 35 more now I just have to start exercising more thank you so much you're a beauty! 💗
Your life "before" sounds like mine right now and hopefully in time I can have my own happy "after". I am fluctuating at 240/245 lbs at 5'11. My ongoing emotional disorder has messed up my education (honour roll & highest grades in the school to dropping out three times) and my friendships. I'm 19 now and just lost tbh. I managed to finish high school this year and will probably reluctantly go on to college. I've never shared this with anyone other than my parents and siblings. However, even with them I am pretending to be fine and happy. I don't feel happy or sad though. For months now I have been watching fitness (weightlifters) on youtube and I really want to start so I bought weightlifting equipment because the gym is way too scary for me right now. Part of me thinks I should focus on my mental health and then my physical but I'm realising they go hand in hand. I hope your other videos and guide can help me as much as this video has! Thank you so much Mari!
good luck, hope you are doing better :)
Give us an update how are you ? Your story sounds like mine I’m 2 inches shorter but my starting weight was 240. I’m 160 now lost the weight in 6 months with fasting and macros.
Thank you for being so transparent in your journey! I have things I don’t share with ppl because of the judgement with mental health in all forms. I’ve lost weight. I’ve had a lot of family die in the last few yrs. I lost the passion to be healthy and I gained a lot. I’ve lost weight before but I still felt so fat when I was thin. I just want to focus on health because I have 4 kids. I want to show them how to be healthy and not about being thin. I have to start again because this time it’s about heathy and not weight. It’s hard to switch because all my goals I worked on before were about weight loss. Now I’m trying to judge health.
You’re so beautiful! I’m so happy I found your channel, thank you for sharing your story ❤️
I use to be very fit and active, then I started gaining weight like crazy, to find out I was pregnant. After my pregnancy I lost about 18 pounds. My postpartum depression got the best of me and I gained all the weight back. I started working out and eating healthy again and lost almost 20 pounds. Once again my postpartum depression got the best of me and I stopped everything cold turkey and gained the weight back. I bought your guides and band, started a high fat diet (noticed it helps with my mood and focus a lot). I’m down about 10 pounds now I’m almost 4 weeks. I feel a lot different than when I tried getting back on track in the past. I can genuinely see myself sticking with this and I do NOT want to be back at the same state I was. I plan to lose about 40 more pounds. Cannot wait to show you the before and after pics in a few months!
Thank you soooo much for sharing your story this really helps all of us to feel inspired and we know you’re rooting for us all! ❤️
thank you so much for being brave enough to post this, you’re one of my favorite UA-cam/instagramers because you make it feel like it’s actually “possible” to get healthy & fit!! You act like “real” & i love that!!
I don’t ever look at the scale, I always based it off of how my clothes fit. When I first started I looked at the scale and got discouraged and went into one of my depression episodes which stopped me from working out.
So now I will never look at the scale, I only let my doctor weigh me and they tell me how much I lost. So I don’t know what weight I started at I just know I had to buy more clothes that fit.
I came to this video after watching your most recent video about your transformation story. Thank you so much for sharing. As someone who is starting off in a weight loss/becoming fit journey and also has emotional/mental/personality disorders, this was extremely encouraging. I needed this. Stay awesome and thanks again!
You have no idea how important this video is for me, for us. You are spectacular ! Thank you so much for giving us courage to lead our way in this journey ( Also, how beautiful you are wow )
Thank you thank you
One of my family members went on some antidepressant and anti anxiety drugs and immediately was tired and hungry all the time and gained a lot of weight. Just adding this comment for anyone wondering how seemingly helpful drugs can cause health issues. I'm so glad to read of your transformation. I'm hoping my family member will have success too.
Yes! Im on psychotic drugs and they make me foggy and hungry. And while it makes weight loss harder I can't give up how much better I feel and my functionality.