You got this mama! It seems impossible trust me I know how it feels, find that time for you, whether it’s late at night or super early in the morning. But you have to start and keep getting back up when you fall, never give up cause eventually you’ll find your groove. 💋❤️💪🏽
A woman's body is AMAZING!!! The things our bodies go through. God took His time to create a woman. We are strong, patient, loving, motherly, caring, enduring, beautiful, ..... (feel free to add to this list). This my first time coming across yr channel, you are very beautiful!! Congratulations on yr fitness journey!!
This is gonna sound crazy but Seeing you in pain actually helped me because for most of my life i was skinny until my mid twenties now I’m almost 30 and over weight and every time I try to workout it is so painful... so relatable and it was good to see that you were able to push through and that it gets better
@@CarmenLynnette thank you for this video sis. I had fell off watching bcus I couldn't relate to the training and competition stuff! I'm here for this tho!
Girl the struggle is real! I hv 5 boys. My first 3 babies, with breast feeding alone & being mildly active, All my weight shedded within a 3 month period. But that 4th boy put that weight on me! It took a year to release the weight. Then my surprise baby joined me when I got down to happy weight. It made me go into depression because I knew that it was going to be so hard considering that I was 37. I’m just getting my stomach down & he’s almost 2. I have to say, taking care of your mental definitely helps your physical. I suffered from postpartum depression for 6 years bc my last 3 are 2 years apart each. The more love I showed myself, the better decisions I made for myself. I’m still releasing this weight but I’m getting closer to my happy weight. I’m so glad to see you in your journey, a real one at that. This has given me motivation for this last 15 pounds to release. Thank you so much love for your story! I appreciate you! 🥰😘✊🏽
Same! I have two 18 months apart, it was hell! In 2009 I lost 30 pounds and was 155 pounds and I started gaining again. For the last 5 years I've been close to 200 pounds, the problem is everyone tells me "but you look good or you don't look 200". But I FEEL 200 and I want to be FIT more than anything! Thanks for your story it resonated to my own story! God bless!!
This real life I have no kids and when you stress and go through depression and hit over 2 hundred something pounds and never been that size ever . When trying to workout at that beginning weight it’s no joke .
Omg I felt this in my soul! I was always 150-160. I got married and stopped working out. Traveling and eating had me gain over 40lbs. I was 215 at my heaviest. I am now 195lbs. The goal is 175. It was a struggle to get started but change in diet and working out, I lost 20lbs in 2 months. You can do it boo! The beginning is always hard but just think about the ending and how you’ll feel once you get to your goal! 💪🏾
Tell me about it! I was very athletic coming up and under weight until I had babies but the real struggles hit me after I turned 50. Imagine never weighing more than 145lbs. To weighing well over 200. 218 to be exact. Wth was I doing wrong
Y’all got this. Right there with you. 2 children and some postpartum D later I gained about 40lbs. Don’t look or feel good and it’s harder when you suffer from depression if you’re the type to eat your emptiness. Hi be encouraged. Before Rona, I prayed and asked the Lord to help and started portion controlling only and was down 10lbs in 2 weeks. I can’t speak for after Rona. Just know I gotta get back and pray some more lol y’all got this. We all do.
Omg this is hitting home with me on a different level. I used to work out religiously and went to school for fitness & nutrition; I wanted to be a personal trainer/dietitian. All that was cut short due to a car accident which caused me to fracture my back and now I have chronic SI joint pain. I was depressed for a long time. I'm starting to come around but I miss working out. I'm managing my weight through healthy eating but nothing feels better than a good work out.
Bless you sis ❤️🙏🏽 I pray your body heals and listen to you. That is really the worst feeling to not be able to do what you know you can do, but pain got a hold of you.
Dang exact same! Majored in Kinesiology. The. Summer after I graduated BOOM. Herniated my lumbar spine in 3 places. Legit changed the course of my life.
I broke my right knee in Nov of 2018. My leg doesn’t bend, the opposite hip hurts so much too. I appreciate these testimonies. I’m keeping my weight in check via intermittent fasting, but I hope to be able to walk normally again 🤞🏾🙏🏾 Being able to move your body is such a gift. TFS everyone 💝
“I’m not trying to snap back, I just feel like you could be better. I can feel better. I can look better and you know it.” Whew. Bless you for this transparency. I’m not a mom yet but I truly resonated with so much. So proud and inspired
Honey chile...the struggle is real!!! I have been big all my life, so when I finally attempted to lose weight, IT WAS and STILL IS SOOO HARD!!! I've quit a thousand plus times but I havent completely given up. So every day is a struggle. But I choose to keep going.
@@mylovelybeauties I totally understand 'the down time'...is what I call it. I'm still digging myself out slow and steady. One day, one meal at a time. Must favor and motivation to you!🙏🏾
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God Bless You!! You don't anyone an explanation b/c we should NOT be judging you. You look beautiful no matter what. Everyone is different and I hope this doesn't stop you from having more babies in your future. Whatever shall be will be. Live your life and know you are an amazing woman for sharing your story b/c that is not easy.
Thank you 😊 but I know it was more of me being hard on myself. I had to believe in myself no matter what I assumed someone else thought. ❤️
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@@CarmenLynnette Very true! It is always easier to say than do with a lot of things in life. I am happy for you.. as woman, as a black woman, as a human being. By the way, your hair looks AMAZING!! as usual and your little monsters are so precious! #blackwomanbeauty #blacklove #blackwomanstrong
Lynette you go girl! I'm glad I watched. I'm to old to have a baby but I had some medical challenges. 5yrs dealing with severe pain I lost everything. Had to be put on steroids and gained 88lbs. I was 268 and I'm 5'2. I lost to 177 then the meds got me back 30lbs. I'm now 202 and I had 2 spine surgeries 6mos apart. I went thru what you went thru. Yes this is how we feel out of shape! Baebay it's no joke and I'm 20yrs older so it's harder. This covid crap dont help bcus I cant get in the water. My knees are bone on bone from yrs of running and playing ball. I'm 2mos post 2nd spine surgery and I just started being able to walk. It feels good to walk my dogs around the block. So, KUDOS SIS! THIS IS MOTIVATION FOR ME. KEEP THEM COMING PLEASE? I gotta get ig...I didnt want it but I need a support system. I had my son at 30 also and I lost myself bcus no one told me about ppd so I suffered for 5yr and gained weight which never came off. I was in shape bcus I worked out ate healthy drank mad water but if I had known about IF and low carb ida definitely been bomb. We have a therapeutic pool with a treadmill in it. I also when to water zumba and water jogging and water cycling. Covid gotta go so I can get it again. YOU LOOK GR8 BBZ!
THANK YOU Carmen for being so transparent and honest about EVERYTHING. So many youtubers make the post-pregnancy weightloss look so quick, easy and painless. Meanwhile, a lot of us are over here struggling and wondering why it's taking so long and why we can't get it together. I really appreciate you including all of the mental and physical hurdles that come with post-pregnancy that not a lot of people are talking about. This was really inspiring for those of us that feel we are alone in this!
@42yrs old I dont have children. Ive had 2 miscarriages and at this point made peace with never being a mom... its hard dealing with seeing the weight gain and no baby to show. People unknowingly can be insensitive. However this post has inspired me to restart my journey to lose 40lbs. At this age its going to be hard but I can do this
This was so real and necessary. Motherhood really ain’t no joke. I *love* my munchkin, but as a widow (now single mom), no family in this country, friends all out of state, and only hired help to rely on... plus being a small business owner... it is A LOT. I am FINALLY coming in sight of my goal- only 30 pounds left to release *four years* postpartum. When I hear people talk cavalierly about losing weight after pregnancy or keeping weight down while pregnant, all I can think is: the physical weight is the least of it. That number on the scale is just the tip of the iceberg. TFS!🤗
I have to say. I never comment. I SO appreciate your honesty. I cried with you. And I AM ROOTING FOR YOU! For the record, NOONE thinks bc you are a personal trainer that you shouldn't ever gain weight, especially during and even after pregnancy. Momming is tough... finding your balance is emotional. You don't feel like yourself. I get it. I remember, and my girl is 12. I applaud you, Sweetheart. You inspire me!
I love how honest you were about your journey. Losing weight is not easy, especially when you're a mom of young infants. But you have done a fantastic job. Love and blessings to you and your family. xx
This was encouraging to watch. I'm currently 28 weeks with my second kiddo and in someways I think I've "shamed" myself into obsessing over my food and exercise habits. I want to exercise and move but my energy is dwindling and I feel so guilty about it at times. Motherhood is such an emotional journey. This was a nice reminder to exist in the now and take small steps. I have struggled back and forth with the idea of "snapping back" after this and lord knows nothing about that mindset is healthy. Thanks for sharing your journey with us.
Carmen, it is soooo wonderful to you see you again! I miss you and your sisters. Congratulations on your weight loss journey. Heck I have not had a baby and sometimes suffer from depression.. it can really still your joy, desire, etc. But GOD is good! Keep going and glowing!
This was an awesome testimony. Your babies are cutie patooties😊 I’m 51 and out of shape at the beginning of my weight loss journey and yes that’s how we feel out of shape😉 That is going to help you so much as a personal trainer cause you have now experienced that feeling of no control over your body movements. You gave great tips and encouraging words.
Hi I hope you read this. I watch UA-cam almost everyday, I know....I have a problem. This is the first time I’ve actually commented on someone’s video. This was so inspirational. I hope you know how many people you have spiritually touched. I’m on my own weight loss journey. Down almost 25 pounds and I can’t believe it. People like you keep me going. I have 15 more pounds to go. I also have a two year old and a full time job. I have help from my husband but it’s a struggle lol Thank you so much for your transparency. You are absolutely stunning!!! Thank you
I'm so proud of you 💖💖💖💖💖 I had a C-section with my 1st baby. My body bounced back like nothing happened. I worked out till 38 weeks. 5 years later I got pregnant with my 2nd baby. YHOOOOO!!!!! Even though I was fit I couldn't workout coz of pain during pregnancy. #2 is 15 months old and I'm still getting my body to feel like mine. Still have 8kg to lose to get back to my normal weight but It's not even about the extra weight. I hear you about wanting your body to feel like yours. My gynecologist told me it takes 18 months for your body to heal free from pregnancy. He really helped me be patient with myself. My focus is committing to loving myself and keeping the promises I've made to myself. The last 2 months have been the hardest and best for me. I have not Weighted myself in a while but look I'm so happy
So glad to see you! Looking Blessed and Beautiful! God is a healer baby girl! Just like you exercise your body muscles, Honey exercise, nourish, and build your FAITH muscles! While you are exercising use that time for DEVOTION/CONVERSATION with the Lord. Praying for you, that God will open up your understanding of who he is to you and what you mean to him! Once again so happy to see you, and while you may not "see" it you are growing and glowing in his GRACE!
Thank you for sharing this. Before I got married and pregnant right after last year, I was eating super healthy and working out everyday. I was smaller than I’d ever been and was so proud of the accomplishment. But now that I’m 3 months pp, I have been struggling to find motivation to workout because I’m always so tired. Eating healthy has been a task, too, since I snack so much to keep up my milk supply. I easily gained a little more weight after giving birth and I find myself crying about it often. I know I am suffering from pp depression and I have shared it with my husband. Thankfully he is so supportive and tries to encourage me to workout while telling me that he still thinks I’m beautiful. But this motivates me some. I’ve lost 7 lbs recently and am back to my original pp weight. You have inspired me to keep going no matter how long it takes. Thank you for your testimony. ❤️
I haven’t even watched yet, but 2 mins in and I’m like I so needed this encouragement. I hit 210 with my 3rd child and got down to 180 and no back at 190. I need to get to 165. I will def be watching. Thank you and please share the good bad and ugly!
Thank you so much for this content. I’m in tears as I write this. I had my first baby 10 months ago and I haven’t felt like myself in a very long time. I didn’t even realize I was suffering from postpartum until recently. 2 weeks ago something inside of me just snapped and I’ve been getting up consistently working out and eating healthy. It’s been hard, I’ve stopped and started over many times but this time feels different. And I thank you so Much for this authentic, transparent video.
THANK YOU! For your voice, for your strength, for your encouragement, for your realness, for the hope your journey inspires- we say THANK YOU! Feeling like this battle CAN be won! And I AM strong enough to do it!
Hey Sista!! I'm so proud of you and how far you've come. You are truly an inspiration. I'm not a mom, but somehow I ended up with a mom body smh! Over 2 years ago my mom came down with PTSD, which turned my life upside down. I'm an only child and my dad's on dialysis and both my parents are elderly and have other health issues...so I'm a caregiver and work full time. Things have gotten much better, but during that process I began fighting depression on a daily basis and emotionally eating which resulted in me getting in the worst shape of my life and reached a maximum weight of 212 lbs I promised myself during Nov 2019 that I was going begin working on getting in the best shape of my life. I could related to all of the things you were saying. I'm still on my journey as well sis! You're video was right on time and just what I needed. Keep up the good work! Peace and love my sista!
Welcome back girl!!!!! I needed to hear this! I’m struggling to loose my baby weight after my 3rd baby. She’s 6 months now and I’ve been on and off my workouts and clean eating but I’m ready to get serious about it now. Thanks for sharing!
My gynecologist told me it takes 18 months for the body to heal from pregnancy. That helped me with my expectations. God bless you with your journey momma 💖
Zikhona Pondo Really?! Dang my doctor never mentioned that. She just said it takes time. Thank you so much for sharing that info with me. Knowing that, now I won’t be so hard on myself. 😊 Thanks Queen!
I don’t even have any kids. But so glad you shared this, always love to see you. Glad you found inspiration to overcome and to inspire us during this time.
You’re amazing!! Postpartum depression is REAL for sure. It affects women differently. I had to see a therapist. I gain 100lbs with both my babies . They both weighed 9.7lbs. The baby weight with the second was much harder to loose than the first. But I got there eventually. Give yourself some grace❤ thank you for sharing.
Ima leave this right here ‘you da goat’ 💪🏾my body look the SAME right now and I just told my husband how I’m bout to be 30 and I’m 😓 tired of these weight loss games I need this weight gone . Super big ups to u.
Thank you so much for this. I have four kids. The last three are 2 years a part. I have not been motivated at all to lose this weight but YOU JUST MOTIVATED ME! Keep doing what you are doing. You are being a blessing to others. Your girls are beautiful 😊
Thank you! Find that time, you have four and I’m stressing over 2. I had to go to the gym when everybody was sleep, even though I was tired. But start and keep trying even if you fall, you’ll find that consistency and groove. ❤️
Soooooooooo proud of you! Thank you 4 sharing! Really glad you overcame depression. You are glowing and soooooooooo beautiful! Continue to be encouraged. God's gat you! ❤
God works in mysterious ways! I came across your video and I’m forever grateful because you are very honest in your approach to working out and losing all the baby weight! I am 5’4 and I weigh 198 pounds after baby number two, my goal is to get back down to 130 and I KNOW I can do it even more after watching this video. It is not an easy process and I commend and congratulate you on your journey this was so amazing to watch! Thank you ♥️
Carmen, I have to say I’m really proud of you. I’m proud of you for making the decision to just move forward when you found yourself in a really tough place. Proud that even with all the ups and downs, you kept coming back to it and didn’t give up. Proud of you for understanding that even when you had to just stop sometimes, the fact that you started again made it just a pause in your journey instead of the end of your journey. I’m also super proud of you as a woman and a mom for choosing to “be selfish,” focusing on yourself and cutting out excess distractions that took away from the time you needed to become who you wanted to be. We must embrace this type of “selfishness” more because ultimately it’s really beneficial to both us AND those we love-all around! I really appreciate you sharing your journey with honesty because it is really inspiring to people like me who sometimes have a hard time getting that whole self-reinvention thing going and sticking with it. Thank you SO much. Love and big blessings to you and your family!! ❤️
I'm so happy to see you again. We've missed you ♥️! This video is right on time. I've gained 20 lbs during quarantine and I'm studying for my personal training certification. Thank you for the motivation, beautiful. I really needed this.
I have 2 under 2 and Chile...all of this I needed to see. Even all the comments I see now we are all on this same journey. Thanks so much for sharing your journey. You have Beautiful babies! 💪👍
Bless your heart! Watching you try to do push ups reminded me of myself. Shoulder hurt, knees hurt, back hurt. But GOD continues to lead me on my weight loss journey. I'm 66. I've lost 30 lbs since January 3rd 2023. Seeing that 266lbs on the screen reminded me of where I started at 267lbs. Its a lifelong battle. I appreciate you sharing your experience. Such encouragement! I have watched you and your sisters for years and have always loved your videos. Continued BLESSINGS to you and your little family!
I am so glad I watched this video. Most people preach keto but I am not trying to experience that weight gain again. The way you did it is more sustainable
You look great Carmen! Thanks for sharing your journey with us, you have a beautiful family! I've been a supporter of yours since 2012. Keep going much love and blessings 💪🏼
So inspiring… thank you for sharing your story. I can tell your a beautiful person inside as well as outside. I have a 5 yr old and have been on the struggle bus for a min. Just highs and Lows and not maintaining consistency. You never know who you are helping so I’m grateful for this platform because watching this has definitely shifted my perspective to realize i am not alone and so many women struggle with becoming a better version of themselves. Thank you and keep creating amazing content!
You have been the most relatable channel I have found this far. Kids , hair every thing. Thank you so much for posting your stories , I finally have a regimen I can follow , the most I have ever weighed wad 230 after having a baby
Thank you for showing the very real process and journey of getting in shape. Doesn't happen overnight and takes so much mental determination. I'm attempting again to get myself back on track. But I did it before, I know I can do it again.
Girl! You were doing that! You’re my new motivation. It’s taken me 5 weeks to drop 4 pounds because of stop and go and do nothing days. LETS GO! I have until November to lose at least 20lbs and then until next November 2021 for the big 50! You look fabulous!!
...Had to pause the video ! *my emotional self* 😭😍 Such an inspiring video! Will be sharing with other moms and especially dads too! (They play a major part...though I never suffered from PPD, when you’re dealing with it you’ll want a great support system and understanding partner for sure) I’m so happy you overcame PPD and you’re looking ahhh-mazing🙌🏾🥰 . . Such a beautiful family. Many thanks for your bravery to document raw footage x all *ok let me get back to finishing the video* lol ♡
Men have no idea about pregnancy recovery. They think it's all over when you give birth. You should hear a friend of mine pressuring his wife to go to the gym when she is exhausted, breastfeeding, sad, ashamed of her body and not in a state of mind to hear you allude that she's fat. Oh and he does it while they have company. He's not a mean guy but that day I wanted to just give his wife a hug and I don't even know her like that.
No friend of mine could do his wife that way and not hear from me. I have guy friends and I'm loyal to them, but I'm a still a woman and sometimes we have to tell our male friends certain things from a woman's perspective
This is real girl.. After my daughter and I got through my PPD , I had to get my mind right. Thank God my weight dropped quick mostly due to Brest feeding but my emotional and mental state was all over the place. God and my baby kept me intact and eventually it all came together. Ladies it’s real make sure you have a good support system be patient with yourself and don’t give up ...congrats to you girl you definitely have to pull from the strength within
I had a baby after 13 years at 38. He is now 2 1/2 and we just stopped nursing April 1st. Before that, losing weight was HARD, I felt like my body was fighting me but now, I try to keep my mind on the Work and to remain consistent no matter what. Now I've been working out 4 days a week for the past 9 months faithfully. Thanks for the tips on eating, I will implement some of them. 💛
You have touched me this morning. I swear it's like you are telling my story. I'm there right now where you started. My daughter is 10 months and I have a 3 year old. I'm trying to stay motivated but stress or depression keeps knocking me back down. It was meant for me to run across your video today. Thank you and be blessed ❤
There was a reason your video was in my suggestions. Thank you so much I needed this. I’m a two under two mom as well. My youngest just turned a month old and I was trying to get back to some of my old life. I believe that’s what triggered my postpartum depression. It’s ok to take our time and prepare and envision our new life 💜
You inspire me. I’m a mom of 3 and it’s so hard finding the time. Yes it hurts but it has to be done. And you got it done!!! Your amazing ❤️ God bless you and your family. I miss your sisters ❤️❤️
Im 3 months post partum and battling PPD myself… I have started and stopped my wellness journey a few times now. I was warned ro be patient with my body after giving birth and now I fully understand why. I am so inspired by your journey… and Ill probably watch this video once a day until I fully pick myself up and commit to my own progress. Thank you for your transparency. This video was a breath of fresh air for me
This is the most inspirational video. I needed to hear your testimony. As a mother of two girls who suffered from PPD and gaining so much weight you just motivated me to keep going. You’re amazing my sister!!! I’m so proud of you and your journey.❤️
I’m almost 2 months postpartum and some days I feel like myself and other moments idk who is looking back at me in the mirror. BUT GOD.. girl you shredded that weight and that’s encouraging to me . Thank you ❤️❤️
I LOVE your transparency! I instantly subscribed because I’m a mom of two as well I had my second baby in November of 2018 and whew the depression was real after and I didn’t realize how much I ate during & after pregnancy because of it. Your weight was close to mine if not spot on. Still on my journey as well. I don’t know how I found your channel but I’m so glad I did!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
I have PDD= Post Degree Depression. I have surrendered my well living lifestyle in exchange for long hours, loss of sleep, and poor eating schedule due to studying. I have my Masters and post grad degree, but for a major price, my health. I think the Doctorate may be too much for now, until I reclaim what is good , healthy and right for now. Thanks Lynn for sharing your determination on staying focused. This will be replayed many times over. Starting weight is exaclty the same...103.1 kg.
Thank you for reminding us that it takes hard work and dedication to get back to feeling like OURSELVES... and that it takes time to get there! Thank you!
I'm so proud of you, and loved watching your journey which was very similar to mine with two under two. I can't wait to continue to watch you grow, I'll share this with other moms who would love the inspiration!
Glad I found your channel! I have a 2 year old and currently pregnant and weight loss has been a struggle since my first child. I also think I'm dealing with depression and pandemic doesn't help. I'm trying to find all types of outlets to motivate me to feel good/my normal self. This gives me hope. You look so gorgeous and your little ones are adorable. Thanks for being so open about your journey!
First, congrats to you Especially for recognizing that you had PPD. So happy that you were able to pull through. You look amazing. Keep up the good work. You got this sis, you got this! ❣️❣️❣️🙏🙏🙏
I just want to say yes, this is how I feel now that I'm out of shape. Literal tears of frustration because my body won't do what I know it is capable of doing. Like you, having been in good shape all of my life, playing sports, loving working out, training for a fitness competition at one point... Coming back after an injury, then batting a minor health concern, (was major until it was figured out. I'm good now.) and two years in between, trying to get through a workout feels impossible. Watching videos now trying to figure out how to get over that hump. And at this point, I know most of it is mental. Lost 25 lbs dieting and walking and then the pandemic happened. 😒
I'm still over weight from having my surprise baby almost THREE years ago. I'm in my late 30s. I just started my journey four weeks ago so far 10 lbs down. Great video 👍 very encouraging!!! Loving the comments. New Sub here
This was so helpful, so beneficial! Thanks so much for posting such an intimate journey. And kudos on opening up about mental health and advocating for therapy/seeking help and loving 🥰 yourself where you are.
Thank you so much for showing us snippets of the struggles as well. You have no idea how much it’s motivated me. This was my first week with a personal trainer and I’m so out of shape and unfit but I made it through. 2 kids later and I don’t know who I am anymore. But I’m so motivated to find me again. 🙏🏽💗
A journey most of the time is never easy. You look amazing and keep with, stay strong, don’t give up. A healthy you = A healthy mom for your daughters. NEVER SETTLE!!!
Oh sis!!!! Thank you I needed this. It was recommend to me and I saw postpartum and God said here you go. I'm a 1st time mom and my baby will be 2 next month and I still have my extra weight. I struggled with postpartum depression and still feel like I'm dealing with it. I had her at 36 so it so much harder now. Thank you for this video.
You are such an inspiration Carmen and I'm glad that you're doing so well. You look amazing!! Lord knows I need the push. Thank you for sharing your journey❤❤❤
I7 months Postpartum today and I’ve lost 10 lbs after 3 weeks of working hard!! 10 down 30 more to go!!!! Whoot whoot! 🙌🏾🙌🏾
What did you do?
I cried watching this..I'm a mom of 2 under 3 years old. I gain so much weight. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS.😭😭😭
You got this mama! It seems impossible trust me I know how it feels, find that time for you, whether it’s late at night or super early in the morning. But you have to start and keep getting back up when you fall, never give up cause eventually you’ll find your groove. 💋❤️💪🏽
Thank you for sharing I’m going through the same ppd my daughter is now 15 months and I’m just now starting to get intentional about my health.. ❤️
You got this girl it's normal and natural, we mamas are in this together
Me too. 😭
3 under 3 here 🙋🏾♀️. I feel your pain
A woman's body is AMAZING!!! The things our bodies go through. God took His time to create a woman. We are strong, patient, loving, motherly, caring, enduring, beautiful, ..... (feel free to add to this list).
This my first time coming across yr channel, you are very beautiful!! Congratulations on yr fitness journey!!
This is gonna sound crazy but Seeing you in pain actually helped me because for most of my life i was skinny until my mid twenties now I’m almost 30 and over weight and every time I try to workout it is so painful... so relatable and it was good to see that you were able to push through and that it gets better
Thank you and I understand ❤️😊 transparency is a key to helping others. You got this sis!💪🏽💋❤️
I can relate, was a size 6 two kids and 7yrs later m alternating between 14&16. Its so depressing, i am so happy i came across her story
@@CarmenLynnette thank you for this video sis. I had fell off watching bcus I couldn't relate to the training and competition stuff! I'm here for this tho!
Omg! Look your sister here 🙋🏾♀️ I was skinny as a rail until 26years old. Now I'm 32years old and 7 months postpartum and heavier than I ever was
Girl the struggle is real! I hv 5 boys. My first 3 babies, with breast feeding alone & being mildly active, All my weight shedded within a 3 month period. But that 4th boy put that weight on me! It took a year to release the weight. Then my surprise baby joined me when I got down to happy weight. It made me go into depression because I knew that it was going to be so hard considering that I was 37. I’m just getting my stomach down & he’s almost 2. I have to say, taking care of your mental definitely helps your physical. I suffered from postpartum depression for 6 years bc my last 3 are 2 years apart each. The more love I showed myself, the better decisions I made for myself. I’m still releasing this weight but I’m getting closer to my happy weight. I’m so glad to see you in your journey, a real one at that. This has given me motivation for this last 15 pounds to release. Thank you so much love for your story! I appreciate you! 🥰😘✊🏽
Same! I have two 18 months apart, it was hell! In 2009 I lost 30 pounds and was 155 pounds and I started gaining again. For the last 5 years I've been close to 200 pounds, the problem is everyone tells me "but you look good or you don't look 200". But I FEEL 200 and I want to be FIT more than anything! Thanks for your story it resonated to my own story! God bless!!
This was helpful. Nice to hear other women experienced what i.am experiencing now. Makes me look at my life differently.
This real life I have no kids and when you stress and go through depression and hit over 2 hundred something pounds and never been that size ever . When trying to workout at that beginning weight it’s no joke .
Omg I felt this in my soul! I was always 150-160. I got married and stopped working out. Traveling and eating had me gain over 40lbs. I was 215 at my heaviest. I am now 195lbs. The goal is 175. It was a struggle to get started but change in diet and working out, I lost 20lbs in 2 months. You can do it boo! The beginning is always hard but just think about the ending and how you’ll feel once you get to your goal! 💪🏾
Tell me about it! I was very athletic coming up and under weight until I had babies but the real struggles hit me after I turned 50. Imagine never weighing more than 145lbs. To weighing well over 200. 218 to be exact. Wth was I doing wrong
Y’all got this. Right there with you. 2 children and some postpartum D later I gained about 40lbs. Don’t look or feel good and it’s harder when you suffer from depression if you’re the type to eat your emptiness. Hi be encouraged. Before Rona, I prayed and asked the Lord to help and started portion controlling only and was down 10lbs in 2 weeks. I can’t speak for after Rona. Just know I gotta get back and pray some more lol y’all got this. We all do.
I find i lose more weight when depressed.
You are so right.😭😭😭😭
Omg this is hitting home with me on a different level. I used to work out religiously and went to school for fitness & nutrition; I wanted to be a personal trainer/dietitian. All that was cut short due to a car accident which caused me to fracture my back and now I have chronic SI joint pain. I was depressed for a long time. I'm starting to come around but I miss working out. I'm managing my weight through healthy eating but nothing feels better than a good work out.
Bless you sis ❤️🙏🏽 I pray your body heals and listen to you. That is really the worst feeling to not be able to do what you know you can do, but pain got a hold of you.
@@CarmenLynnette thank you❤
Dang exact same! Majored in Kinesiology. The. Summer after I graduated BOOM. Herniated my lumbar spine in 3 places. Legit changed the course of my life.
I broke my right knee in Nov of 2018. My leg doesn’t bend, the opposite hip hurts so much too. I appreciate these testimonies. I’m keeping my weight in check via intermittent fasting, but I hope to be able to walk normally again 🤞🏾🙏🏾
Being able to move your body is such a gift. TFS everyone 💝
You go girl!!!! Wow!!! I'm 247lbs and I was 310lbs. This is super encouraging. Thank you.
“I’m not trying to snap back, I just feel like you could be better. I can feel better. I can look better and you know it.” Whew. Bless you for this transparency. I’m not a mom yet but I truly resonated with so much. So proud and inspired
Honey chile...the struggle is real!!! I have been big all my life, so when I finally attempted to lose weight, IT WAS and STILL IS SOOO HARD!!! I've quit a thousand plus times but I havent completely given up. So every day is a struggle. But I choose to keep going.
You got this sista! Don’t give up! It’s not how you start, it’s how you finish! 💪🏽❤️
@huniebon I had given up but reading from you, I am rethinking to restart the weight loss journey.
@@mylovelybeauties I totally understand 'the down time'...is what I call it. I'm still digging myself out slow and steady. One day, one meal at a time. Must favor and motivation to you!🙏🏾
God Bless You!! You don't anyone an explanation b/c we should NOT be judging you. You look beautiful no matter what. Everyone is different and I hope this doesn't stop you from having more babies in your future. Whatever shall be will be. Live your life and know you are an amazing woman for sharing your story b/c that is not easy.
Thank you 😊 but I know it was more of me being hard on myself. I had to believe in myself no matter what I assumed someone else thought. ❤️
@@CarmenLynnette Very true! It is always easier to say than do with a lot of things in life. I am happy for you.. as woman, as a black woman, as a human being. By the way, your hair looks AMAZING!! as usual and your little monsters are so precious! #blackwomanbeauty
#blacklove
#blackwomanstrong
Lynette you go girl! I'm glad I watched. I'm to old to have a baby but I had some medical challenges. 5yrs dealing with severe pain I lost everything. Had to be put on steroids and gained 88lbs. I was 268 and I'm 5'2. I lost to 177 then the meds got me back 30lbs. I'm now 202 and I had 2 spine surgeries 6mos apart. I went thru what you went thru.
Yes this is how we feel out of shape! Baebay it's no joke and I'm 20yrs older so it's harder. This covid crap dont help bcus I cant get in the water. My knees are bone on bone from yrs of running and playing ball.
I'm 2mos post 2nd spine surgery and I just started being able to walk. It feels good to walk my dogs around the block.
So, KUDOS SIS! THIS IS MOTIVATION FOR ME.
KEEP THEM COMING PLEASE?
I gotta get ig...I didnt want it but I need a support system.
I had my son at 30 also and I lost myself bcus no one told me about ppd so I suffered for 5yr and gained weight which never came off. I was in shape bcus I worked out ate healthy drank mad water but if I had known about IF and low carb ida definitely been bomb. We have a therapeutic pool with a treadmill in it. I also when to water zumba and water jogging and water cycling.
Covid gotta go so I can get it again.
YOU LOOK GR8 BBZ!
THANK YOU Carmen for being so transparent and honest about EVERYTHING. So many youtubers make the post-pregnancy weightloss look so quick, easy and painless. Meanwhile, a lot of us are over here struggling and wondering why it's taking so long and why we can't get it together. I really appreciate you including all of the mental and physical hurdles that come with post-pregnancy that not a lot of people are talking about. This was really inspiring for those of us that feel we are alone in this!
@42yrs old I dont have children. Ive had 2 miscarriages and at this point made peace with never being a mom... its hard dealing with seeing the weight gain and no baby to show. People unknowingly can be insensitive. However this post has inspired me to restart my journey to lose 40lbs. At this age its going to be hard but I can do this
45 pounds aint no joke! Kudos to you Lynette!💪
This was so real and necessary.
Motherhood really ain’t no joke.
I *love* my munchkin, but as a widow (now single mom), no family in this country, friends all out of state, and only hired help to rely on... plus being a small business owner... it is A LOT.
I am FINALLY coming in sight of my goal- only 30 pounds left to release *four years* postpartum.
When I hear people talk cavalierly about losing weight after pregnancy or keeping weight down while pregnant, all I can think is: the physical weight is the least of it. That number on the scale is just the tip of the iceberg.
TFS!🤗
Totally agree - keep eating carbs in smaller portions with Intermittent Fasting. You look absolutely fabulous.
Just did a week of this and lost 6lbs
I really love you, the way you are, the authenticity, the transparency!! You are so motivating and absolutely Gorgeous with and without makeup!!!
I have to say. I never comment. I SO appreciate your honesty. I cried with you. And I AM ROOTING FOR YOU! For the record, NOONE thinks bc you are a personal trainer that you shouldn't ever gain weight, especially during and even after pregnancy. Momming is tough... finding your balance is emotional. You don't feel like yourself. I get it. I remember, and my girl is 12. I applaud you, Sweetheart. You inspire me!
Thank you sista😊❤️
I love how honest you were about your journey. Losing weight is not easy, especially when you're a mom of young infants. But you have done a fantastic job. Love and blessings to you and your family. xx
This was encouraging to watch. I'm currently 28 weeks with my second kiddo and in someways I think I've "shamed" myself into obsessing over my food and exercise habits. I want to exercise and move but my energy is dwindling and I feel so guilty about it at times. Motherhood is such an emotional journey. This was a nice reminder to exist in the now and take small steps. I have struggled back and forth with the idea of "snapping back" after this and lord knows nothing about that mindset is healthy. Thanks for sharing your journey with us.
Carmen, it is soooo wonderful to you see you again! I miss you and your sisters. Congratulations on your weight loss journey. Heck I have not had a baby and sometimes suffer from depression.. it can really still your joy, desire, etc. But GOD is good! Keep going and glowing!
This was an awesome testimony. Your babies are cutie patooties😊 I’m 51 and out of shape at the beginning of my weight loss journey and yes that’s how we feel out of shape😉 That is going to help you so much as a personal trainer cause you have now experienced that feeling of no control over your body movements. You gave great tips and encouraging words.
Hi I hope you read this. I watch UA-cam almost everyday, I know....I have a problem. This is the first time I’ve actually commented on someone’s video. This was so inspirational. I hope you know how many people you have spiritually touched. I’m on my own weight loss journey. Down almost 25 pounds and I can’t believe it. People like you keep me going. I have 15 more pounds to go. I also have a two year old and a full time job. I have help from my husband but it’s a struggle lol Thank you so much for your transparency. You are absolutely stunning!!! Thank you
Thank you 🙏🏽 😊 you got this, just keep going and never give up! ❤️
I'm so proud of you 💖💖💖💖💖 I had a C-section with my 1st baby. My body bounced back like nothing happened. I worked out till 38 weeks. 5 years later I got pregnant with my 2nd baby. YHOOOOO!!!!! Even though I was fit I couldn't workout coz of pain during pregnancy. #2 is 15 months old and I'm still getting my body to feel like mine. Still have 8kg to lose to get back to my normal weight but It's not even about the extra weight. I hear you about wanting your body to feel like yours. My gynecologist told me it takes 18 months for your body to heal free from pregnancy. He really helped me be patient with myself. My focus is committing to loving myself and keeping the promises I've made to myself. The last 2 months have been the hardest and best for me. I have not Weighted myself in a while but look I'm so happy
I had a csection last June & I can't shake the extra stomach fat. What can you suggest?
So glad to see you! Looking Blessed and Beautiful! God is a healer baby girl! Just like you exercise your body muscles, Honey exercise, nourish, and build your FAITH muscles! While you are exercising use that time for DEVOTION/CONVERSATION with the Lord. Praying for you, that God will open up your understanding of who he is to you and what you mean to him! Once again so happy to see you, and while you may not "see" it you are growing and glowing in his GRACE!
Thank you for sharing this. Before I got married and pregnant right after last year, I was eating super healthy and working out everyday. I was smaller than I’d ever been and was so proud of the accomplishment. But now that I’m 3 months pp, I have been struggling to find motivation to workout because I’m always so tired. Eating healthy has been a task, too, since I snack so much to keep up my milk supply. I easily gained a little more weight after giving birth and I find myself crying about it often. I know I am suffering from pp depression and I have shared it with my husband. Thankfully he is so supportive and tries to encourage me to workout while telling me that he still thinks I’m beautiful. But this motivates me some. I’ve lost 7 lbs recently and am back to my original pp weight. You have inspired me to keep going no matter how long it takes. Thank you for your testimony. ❤️
I haven’t even watched yet, but 2 mins in and I’m like I so needed this encouragement. I hit 210 with my 3rd child and got down to 180 and no back at 190. I need to get to 165. I will def be watching. Thank you and please share the good bad and ugly!
Thank you so much for this content. I’m in tears as I write this. I had my first baby 10 months ago and I haven’t felt like myself in a very long time. I didn’t even realize I was suffering from postpartum until recently. 2 weeks ago something inside of me just snapped and I’ve been getting up consistently working out and eating healthy. It’s been hard, I’ve stopped and started over many times but this time feels different. And I thank you so Much for this authentic, transparent video.
THANK YOU! For your voice, for your strength, for your encouragement, for your realness, for the hope your journey inspires- we say THANK YOU! Feeling like this battle CAN be won! And I AM strong enough to do it!
Hey Sista!! I'm so proud of you and how far you've come. You are truly an inspiration. I'm not a mom, but somehow I ended up with a mom body smh! Over 2 years ago my mom came down with PTSD, which turned my life upside down. I'm an only child and my dad's on dialysis and both my parents are elderly and have other health issues...so I'm a caregiver and work full time. Things have gotten much better, but during that process I began fighting depression on a daily basis and emotionally eating which resulted in me getting in the worst shape of my life and reached a maximum weight of 212 lbs I promised myself during Nov 2019 that I was going begin working on getting in the best shape of my life. I could related to all of the things you were saying. I'm still on my journey as well sis! You're video was right on time and just what I needed. Keep up the good work! Peace and love my sista!
Thank you sista ❤️💋 You got this, keep going forward! 💪🏽
Welcome back girl!!!!! I needed to hear this! I’m struggling to loose my baby weight after my 3rd baby. She’s 6 months now and I’ve been on and off my workouts and clean eating but I’m ready to get serious about it now. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you ❤️ keep trying don’t give up! Never settle! You got this! 💪🏽
My gynecologist told me it takes 18 months for the body to heal from pregnancy. That helped me with my expectations. God bless you with your journey momma 💖
Zikhona Pondo Really?! Dang my doctor never mentioned that. She just said it takes time. Thank you so much for sharing that info with me. Knowing that, now I won’t be so hard on myself. 😊 Thanks Queen!
I don’t even have any kids. But so glad you shared this, always love to see you. Glad you found inspiration to overcome and to inspire us during this time.
Omg, I'm 7 months postpartum and currently on the treadmill. This couldn't have come at a better time. Go Mama 💪🏽💪🏽
You’re amazing!! Postpartum depression is REAL for sure. It affects women differently. I had to see a therapist. I gain 100lbs with both my babies . They both weighed 9.7lbs. The baby weight with the second was much harder to loose than the first. But I got there eventually. Give yourself some grace❤ thank you for sharing.
Ima leave this right here ‘you da goat’ 💪🏾my body look the SAME right now and I just told my husband how I’m bout to be 30 and I’m 😓 tired of these weight loss games I need this weight gone . Super big ups to u.
Thank you so much for this. I have four kids. The last three are 2 years a part. I have not been motivated at all to lose this weight but YOU JUST MOTIVATED ME! Keep doing what you are doing. You are being a blessing to others. Your girls are beautiful 😊
Thank you! Find that time, you have four and I’m stressing over 2. I had to go to the gym when everybody was sleep, even though I was tired. But start and keep trying even if you fall, you’ll find that consistency and groove. ❤️
Soooooooooo proud of you! Thank you 4 sharing! Really glad you overcame depression. You are glowing and soooooooooo beautiful! Continue to be encouraged. God's gat you! ❤
God works in mysterious ways! I came across your video and I’m forever grateful because you are very honest in your approach to working out and losing all the baby weight! I am 5’4 and I weigh 198 pounds after baby number two, my goal is to get back down to 130 and I KNOW I can do it even more after watching this video.
It is not an easy process and I commend and congratulate you on your journey this was so amazing to watch! Thank you ♥️
Our bodies what we endure before, during and after pregnancy is amazing. You look gorgeous with all three! My motivation
I feel you on putting something soft down to make it as comfortable as you can. That is no easy feat. Very proud of you beautiful Queen.
Thank you!
Carmen, I have to say I’m really proud of you. I’m proud of you for making the decision to just move forward when you found yourself in a really tough place. Proud that even with all the ups and downs, you kept coming back to it and didn’t give up. Proud of you for understanding that even when you had to just stop sometimes, the fact that you started again made it just a pause in your journey instead of the end of your journey. I’m also super proud of you as a woman and a mom for choosing to “be selfish,” focusing on yourself and cutting out excess distractions that took away from the time you needed to become who you wanted to be. We must embrace this type of “selfishness” more because ultimately it’s really beneficial to both us AND those we love-all around! I really appreciate you sharing your journey with honesty because it is really inspiring to people like me who sometimes have a hard time getting that whole self-reinvention thing going and sticking with it. Thank you SO much. Love and big blessings to you and your family!! ❤️
Thank you so much for your kind encouraging words ❤️❤️❤️well received 🙏🏽
I'm so happy to see you again. We've missed you ♥️! This video is right on time. I've gained 20 lbs during quarantine and I'm studying for my personal training certification. Thank you for the motivation, beautiful. I really needed this.
Thank you! And awesome! Good luck on your certification! Who are you getting it through?
@@CarmenLynnette ACE
I have 2 under 2 and Chile...all of this I needed to see. Even all the comments I see now we are all on this same journey. Thanks so much for sharing your journey. You have Beautiful babies! 💪👍
Bless your heart! Watching you try to do push ups reminded me of myself. Shoulder hurt, knees hurt, back hurt. But GOD continues to lead me on my weight loss journey. I'm 66. I've lost 30 lbs since January 3rd 2023. Seeing that 266lbs on the screen reminded me of where I started at 267lbs. Its a lifelong battle. I appreciate you sharing your experience. Such encouragement! I have watched you and your sisters for years and have always loved your videos. Continued BLESSINGS to you and your little family!
Thank you for sharing your story. This is a reality for many moms. You look amazing!!!
I am so glad I watched this video. Most people preach keto but I am not trying to experience that weight gain again. The way you did it is more sustainable
You look great Carmen! Thanks for sharing your journey with us, you have a beautiful family! I've been a supporter of yours since 2012. Keep going much love and blessings 💪🏼
Thank you so much!
You have no clue on how much this video was needed sis. Thank u
❤❤ I’ve gained 60lbs this pregnancy and I’m saving this video for when I start back to the gym. Your my motivation!
I needed this video ❤ PPD is very real and honestly, it's not easy to talk about...to anyone. But I'm glad you are better😊 Keep up the great work 💪🏾
Thank you, it is really hard, I actually cut a lot that part out of the video cause I was very emotional.
So inspiring… thank you for sharing your story. I can tell your a beautiful person inside as well as outside. I have a 5 yr old and have been on the struggle bus for a min. Just highs and Lows and not maintaining consistency. You never know who you are helping so I’m grateful for this platform because watching this has definitely shifted my perspective to realize i am not alone and so many women struggle with becoming a better version of themselves. Thank you and keep creating amazing content!
You have been the most relatable channel I have found this far. Kids , hair every thing. Thank you so much for posting your stories , I finally have a regimen I can follow , the most I have ever weighed wad 230 after having a baby
Thank you for showing the very real process and journey of getting in shape. Doesn't happen overnight and takes so much mental determination. I'm attempting again to get myself back on track. But I did it before, I know I can do it again.
You definitely can do it again! I told myself this many times! 💪🏽❤️
Girl! You were doing that! You’re my new motivation. It’s taken me 5 weeks to drop 4 pounds because of stop and go and do nothing days. LETS GO! I have until November to lose at least 20lbs and then until next November 2021 for the big 50! You look fabulous!!
This blessed me in so many ways! I’ve been struggling with PPD and just accepting the new me. Thank you for sharing!
...Had to pause the video ! *my emotional self* 😭😍 Such an inspiring video! Will be sharing with other moms and especially dads too! (They play a major part...though I never suffered from PPD, when you’re dealing with it you’ll want a great support system and understanding partner for sure) I’m so happy you overcame PPD and you’re looking ahhh-mazing🙌🏾🥰
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Such a beautiful family. Many thanks for your bravery to document raw footage x all
*ok let me get back to finishing the video* lol ♡
Thank you so much ❤️❤️❤️❤️😊
Lynnette's Silhouettes you’re very welcome 🥰❤️
You are a bad ass. Nothing but respect from one mom to another
I love the fact that she has no personal trainer. She is making it real. The hurt, the pain , joy etc
Men have no idea about pregnancy recovery. They think it's all over when you give birth. You should hear a friend of mine pressuring his wife to go to the gym when she is exhausted, breastfeeding, sad, ashamed of her body and not in a state of mind to hear you allude that she's fat. Oh and he does it while they have company. He's not a mean guy but that day I wanted to just give his wife a hug and I don't even know her like that.
Smh I would pull him to the side
No friend of mine could do his wife that way and not hear from me. I have guy friends and I'm loyal to them, but I'm a still a woman and sometimes we have to tell our male friends certain things from a woman's perspective
You better pull him up on that.
Talk to him about it
@@luvmifro1003lovesfamily exactly . I would never allow a friend to trash his wife .
This is real girl.. After my daughter and I got through my PPD , I had to get my mind right. Thank God my weight dropped quick mostly due to Brest feeding but my emotional and mental state was all over the place. God and my baby kept me intact and eventually it all came together. Ladies it’s real make sure you have a good support system be patient with yourself and don’t give up ...congrats to you girl you definitely have to pull from the strength within
Postpartum is NO joke!! I suffered also. Glad you are feeling like yourself again.
Thank you for this and being so real. The new me, was hard to except, but I love her now and every step on this journey. We are improving.
Wow!! Incredible strength and dedication!! Congratulations!!! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
I had a baby after 13 years at 38. He is now 2 1/2 and we just stopped nursing April 1st. Before that, losing weight was HARD, I felt like my body was fighting me but now, I try to keep my mind on the Work and to remain consistent no matter what. Now I've been working out 4 days a week for the past 9 months faithfully. Thanks for the tips on eating, I will implement some of them. 💛
You have touched me this morning. I swear it's like you are telling my story. I'm there right now where you started. My daughter is 10 months and I have a 3 year old. I'm trying to stay motivated but stress or depression keeps knocking me back down. It was meant for me to run across your video today. Thank you and be blessed ❤
There was a reason your video was in my suggestions. Thank you so much I needed this. I’m a two under two mom as well. My youngest just turned a month old and I was trying to get back to some of my old life. I believe that’s what triggered my postpartum depression. It’s ok to take our time and prepare and envision our new life 💜
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You inspire me. I’m a mom of 3 and it’s so hard finding the time. Yes it hurts but it has to be done. And you got it done!!! Your amazing ❤️ God bless you and your family. I miss your sisters ❤️❤️
Im 3 months post partum and battling PPD myself… I have started and stopped my wellness journey a few times now. I was warned ro be patient with my body after giving birth and now I fully understand why.
I am so inspired by your journey… and Ill probably watch this video once a day until I fully pick myself up and commit to my own progress. Thank you for your transparency. This video was a breath of fresh air for me
Your message is much needed for so many of us. BUT GIRL!!!! I couldn't stop looking at ur hair 🔥💕it.
You’re a rockstar, Carmen! 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽Thank you for your transparency.
Thank you 💋❤️
This is the most inspirational video. I needed to hear your testimony. As a mother of two girls who suffered from PPD and gaining so much weight you just motivated me to keep going. You’re amazing my sister!!! I’m so proud of you and your journey.❤️
Thank you. ❤️
I’m almost 2 months postpartum and some days I feel like myself and other moments idk who is looking back at me in the mirror. BUT GOD.. girl you shredded that weight and that’s encouraging to me . Thank you ❤️❤️
Yesssss, I’m so excited for you need this video!!!! May God continue to blessed your family!!!😘
I LOVE your transparency! I instantly subscribed because I’m a mom of two as well I had my second baby in November of 2018 and whew the depression was real after and I didn’t realize how much I ate during & after pregnancy because of it. Your weight was close to mine if not spot on. Still on my journey as well. I don’t know how I found your channel but I’m so glad I did!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
You are so beautiful and an inspiration!! You are glowing from within!
I have PDD= Post Degree Depression. I have surrendered my well living lifestyle in exchange for long hours, loss of sleep, and poor eating schedule due to studying. I have my Masters and post grad degree, but for a major price, my health. I think the Doctorate may be too much for now, until I reclaim what is good , healthy and right for now. Thanks Lynn for sharing your determination on staying focused. This will be replayed many times over. Starting weight is exaclty the same...103.1 kg.
Go girl! Thank you for talking about your journey and PPD. It's real and you made it out on the other side of it💗💗
Thank you for reminding us that it takes hard work and dedication to get back to feeling like OURSELVES... and that it takes time to get there! Thank you!
I'm so glad you kept moving and made the changes you needed to make. You look amazing. Keep it up!
This really inspired me, I've put on so much weight sometimes I don't recognize my self. But this video really motivated me x
I'm so proud of you, and loved watching your journey which was very similar to mine with two under two. I can't wait to continue to watch you grow, I'll share this with other moms who would love the inspiration!
Thank you 😊❤️🙏🏽
You've always been an inspiration! Grateful for your honesty and guidance throughout your journey. Now I gotta do it🙏 much lov😙
Glad I found your channel! I have a 2 year old and currently pregnant and weight loss has been a struggle since my first child. I also think I'm dealing with depression and pandemic doesn't help. I'm trying to find all types of outlets to motivate me to feel good/my normal self. This gives me hope. You look so gorgeous and your little ones are adorable. Thanks for being so open about your journey!
Thank you, Carmen💐 for creating & sharing this video
First, congrats to you
Especially for recognizing that you had PPD. So happy that you were able to pull through. You look amazing. Keep up the good work. You got this sis, you got this! ❣️❣️❣️🙏🙏🙏
Thank you ❤️
I just want to say yes, this is how I feel now that I'm out of shape. Literal tears of frustration because my body won't do what I know it is capable of doing.
Like you, having been in good shape all of my life, playing sports, loving working out, training for a fitness competition at one point... Coming back after an injury, then batting a minor health concern, (was major until it was figured out. I'm good now.) and two years in between, trying to get through a workout feels impossible. Watching videos now trying to figure out how to get over that hump. And at this point, I know most of it is mental.
Lost 25 lbs dieting and walking and then the pandemic happened. 😒
Keep it up sis!! You can do it!!
Ahhhh-Mazing! I swear I've struggled with postpartum for years. But I'm pushing through to lose the weight. Thank you for sharing and motivating.
Thank you so much for being transparent!! Just seeing this is hopeful
I'm still over weight from having my surprise baby almost THREE years ago. I'm in my late 30s. I just started my journey four weeks ago so far 10 lbs down. Great video 👍 very encouraging!!! Loving the comments. New Sub here
Congrats!!!!
Thank you! I NEEDED all of this! Very motivating .... thank you for sharing yourself to help us out 😭❤️ God Bless you and your family
This was so helpful, so beneficial! Thanks so much for posting such an intimate journey. And kudos on opening up about mental health and advocating for therapy/seeking help and loving 🥰 yourself where you are.
Congratulations on your journey, and thank you for keeping it real! Continued success.
Thank you so much for showing us snippets of the struggles as well. You have no idea how much it’s motivated me. This was my first week with a personal trainer and I’m so out of shape and unfit but I made it through. 2 kids later and I don’t know who I am anymore. But I’m so motivated to find me again. 🙏🏽💗
A journey most of the time is never easy. You look amazing and keep with, stay strong, don’t give up. A healthy you = A healthy mom for your daughters. NEVER SETTLE!!!
Oh sis!!!! Thank you I needed this. It was recommend to me and I saw postpartum and God said here you go. I'm a 1st time mom and my baby will be 2 next month and I still have my extra weight. I struggled with postpartum depression and still feel like I'm dealing with it. I had her at 36 so it so much harder now. Thank you for this video.
So proud of you. You are beautiful (inside and out) and strong and such an inspiration.
💋💋💋 Thank you Patrice! Miss you!
So proud of you for taking control of your life and working hard to achieve your goal! Go girl!!!
I love your efforts and grind! It’s real being another of 2 and I appreciate the realness of this video. Thanks for the motivation! 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾
A mother* of 2
Thank you ❤️
You are such an inspiration Carmen and I'm glad that you're doing so well. You look amazing!! Lord knows I need the push. Thank you for sharing your journey❤❤❤
Thank you! ❤️💋