MY TRANSFORMATION STORY
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- Опубліковано 1 лип 2018
- 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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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 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!
“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.
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!
When you said “think of every workout as your last” it motivated me so much.
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 :)
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.
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
Our college stories are very similar, and I’m still kind of floating around 4 years later ... you’re an inspiration for me to get off my ass and become myself again.
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 😭😭😭
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💕
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!
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
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!!!!
“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 🥰
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!! 💓
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 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 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 :(
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 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!
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
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 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...
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!
I loved this video so much. I just bought both gym guides and the nutrition guide and I'm so excited. Your story was scarily like my life. However, my story started about 4 years earlier in 7th grade with my anxiety and depression, with Junior year of high school being the catalyst for my weight gain. You are such an inspiration and even though I don't personally know you, it is so amazing to see how you transformed not only your physical self, but also your mental health and thinking. I can't thank you enough for sharing your story and helping so many other people with their journeys!! You truly are an inspiration and a role model
“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.
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.
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..
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
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!
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!
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!
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
Thank you for your openness!! You inspire me and I’ve lost 45 lbs and need to continue . It’s my 4th day and I’m walking and moving. I was a LAPBAND recipient in 2011, I’ve had problems after a bit n run, removed and replaced, still had issues , 5 yrs later and due to insurance I finally got it removed and I’m ready to continue my journey - 1 Day at a time and I watch you daily to stay inspired 😘♥️♥️♥️🙏🏼
Cynthia De La Puente how did you lose 45 pounds?
I can't even express how much I relate. Anxiety and depression has played a huge role in me gaining weight and has created a roadblock in me losing it, but I can and will get healthy. Thank you for sharing your story ❤
When you were talking about your dark times, it reminded me of my dark times. I was drinking with friends constantly, I had really bad anxiety and depression. I was having episodes as well. I’m in a much better place now. Thank you for sharing your story ❤️
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 :)
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.
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!!
Mari, you are such an inspiration. I love how you set goals and crush them. Thank you for telling us your story and letting people know that anything is possible with determination and grit!
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! ❤️
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
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!
You are a legend. Thank you for sharing your story and opening up your heart. You are an inspiring, awesome and amazing human being.
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!!
Thank you! I was unmotivated about working out this week and now I’m headed there with you in mind! Thank you! 💖
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
Thank you for sharing your story. It can’t be easy! You did amazing and I’m glad you are now healthy and happy! Thanks for being motivating and caring. ☺️
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
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!!
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
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 ❤️❤️
Ah Mari, so cool of you to share your story! You really are smashing it. So many of us girls have struggled so much with our relationships with ourselves and our bodies, it's great to see you use your platform to inspire women. x
Thank you lady
I hope to do this with mine as well! I know mine is small still but thats my goal to inspire woman
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
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 :-)
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!
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!
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 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
So glad I was recommended this video. I just started my “bodybuilding” journey yesterday. You helped a lot and you look great...and happy! 😊 Shoutout to all the strong ass ladies.
Love this! i can relate too much to your story about your college years. Fitness, and specifically weightlifting, has definitely empowered me and boosted my confidence for the past 6 months. Thank you for sharing your story and I pray for the best for you!
Mari!!! You did so good girl. Totally relatable. Nothing but health happiness and success for you xo
You’re so beautiful! I’m so happy I found your channel, thank you for sharing your story ❤️
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 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 ❤️
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💗
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 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!
You are so brave for telling your story, it was is so inspirational and I feel that so many of your followers will really take something from this! I'm so happy to see how far you have come and the demons that you've beat! You're amazing and beautiful! Keep up the hard work! Love from across the pond in London
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
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 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
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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I am so happy you were able to take action and control of your life and be happy now 💙
Thank you for sharing your story ! I’ve been going through the same thing for a couple of years now, and I have recently embarked on the journey to a healthier lifestyle and watching videos like yours keep me motivated ❤️
Thank you for sharing your story and encouraging people to get help! Absolutely no shame in getting help! You do deserve your best life! ❤️
Thank you for sharing Mari! I identified so much with your story and now going through my own fitness journey I look up to you to keep pushing and become the best me.
Thank you for sharing and being vulnerable! 💕😇
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.
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. ❤
This is exactly what I needed to watch right now! You are such an inspiration to me, we have a similar story and you’ve given me hope that I can do it! I wish I could have you right next to me in the gym cheering me on and motivating me, you are such an inspiration and given me so many goals and belief that I can do it as well! So proud of you and thank you for sharing your story with us :)
I would gladly cheer you on at the gym girly!!
I would like to hear more about your emotional disorder
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!
Damn, can relate to this so much, I'm also getting really into fitness and working out in the early mornings before school etc, I find that working out motivates me to eat healthy as well, and it makes me actually do other things much better and faster like studying. The haze is the enemy. Unlike you I've always had goals, but I've never had enough motivation to get anything done, and I've dealt with the depression haze you were talking about for years and years, it was my life and it defined me. Now I have a job and I go to bed finally feeling some sort of accomplishment instead of self hate and guilt, as if I'm going to waste my whole life. That thing with being scared of the weights section is literally me, I can't bring myself to go there and prefer old school machines for now. Thanks for sharing your story!
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 related to a video so much. Thank you so much for this. I really needed this.
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
Thank you for sharing your journey! I’ve been struggling with my weight since I was a kid and videos like this inspire me to keep working for it and not give up!
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.
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.
I am so proud of you, and everyone, who transform themselves with such a courage! Thank you for sharing, this is very inspiring
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.
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!!
Oh my god, girl. This is so weird. There are so many similarities between your story and what I'm going through right now. I'm 22, I'm repeating my last year at uni because I just couldn't cope last year (depression, fun stuff), I gained so much weight at uni due to being very social, I kept telling myself I was just bloated, I've been staying with my parents this year to finish my thesis, my boyfriend then inspired me to start fitness after I hit my highest weight which was 242 pounds (I'm 5 ft 9" so we look kind of similar in photos size-wise) and I've finally started to lose weight (just hit the 29 pound mark this week). Thank you so much for the video, hope you are doing well xx
Thank you so much Mari for sharing you story! I have also recently started my own fitness journey and this week has been a little difficult for me but I don't want to let myself slip and instead not beat myself up and just pushing forward. Listening to you has gotten me back in the right mindset because I can relate to a lot of things you have shared and again I am just thankful that you shared you story!
Thank you so much for your vulnerability! You are so relatable because your authenticity shines through. Been loving following you on Instagram. You’ve helped me come up with new exercises, and I just love your vibe. Thanks again Mari and so glad you found your passion and living the life you want to live ❤️