Will I ever get there!!

Just reviewed my measurements from last April and I've gone from a 24 pants to just fitting in a size 12. I checked online and i have to loose 9 more inches off my hips to fit into a size 8 pant. That's double the inches I've taken off so far. Will i ever get there?!! Just started running again and training for a 1/2 marathon in May. I've got a lot of run off!!

Weight 231.8
Hips :53
Waist:42
Chest:43
Bicep 14.5
Thigh 29.5

Weight 174 (avg - 1.56 lbs/week)
Hips: 45 - 8
waist: 35 - 7
chest: 38 - 6
bicep: 12 - 2.5
Thigh:25 - 4.5

Hi!  i'm just a week ahead of you and about the same size loss.  i went from a tight 24 to just fitting into a 14 or petite 16.  i hate the people who are size 8 at this point!!!

i'm just trying to enjoy the sizes i have lost and trying not to stress about inches and stuff.  you're doing great and losing at about the same rate as i am, which makes me think that that rate is about normal for one year out.

let's just keep rocking out sleeves!!!!  and what a great 2011 we've had!!!!  (((((hugs))))

Thanks Ann! How quickly I forget what is was like to be a size 24, the closer I get to goal the faster I want to get there!! I know i have to go back to basics, protein & water plus exercise. I was just having a wee little pity party and you helped snap me out of it - thanks!

Wow - you have done great!

I find that sizing guides and online sizing is not always accurate with our body measurements.  They are guides, but they aren't always reality.  So I would suggest buying a pair of size 10's (or 8's) and keep them around to see how you fit into them every couple pounds you lose.  I bet you'll be surprised!  A cheap investment, it seems.

Good luck!