I am always blown away by people who are able to transform themselves.
Whether changing the way you appear on the outside or the way you think and feel on the inside, complete transformations can be extremely difficult. Some people are able to alter the way they look through impressive makeup techniques, while others turn to plastic surgery to alter themselves. But when I saw how these two completely transformed their appearances, I was absolutely floored.
Josh Steele and Kristine Strange lived in different cities but had one major thing in common: they were both unhappy with their weight. More than that, Josh and Kristine had begun to worry about how their long-term health was suffering as a result of their size.
Rather than simply give up, these two dedicated individuals decided to make major changes in their lives. The result? They have been able to lose a combined total of 400 pounds!
Josh and Kristine's impressive and incredible story has a very happy surprise ending, and their photos totally blew me away.
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At his largest weight, Josh Steele was 579 pounds. Knowing how difficult it would be to shed the pounds, but wanting to make a big change, Josh applied to be on numerous weight loss TV shows including The Biggest Loser and Extreme Weight Loss. Sadly, he was rejected by all of them.
Kristine Steele was 231 pounds at her heaviest. She had struggled with her weight ever since high school. Her mother suggested that she get weight loss surgery. While Kristine appreciated her mother's concern, she knew there had to be another way.
Taking his life into his own hands, Josh Steele used diet and exercise to lose over 300 pounds. His transformation was absolutely incredible!
Josh became a certified personal trainer and was inspired to start The Steele Project. The goal of this personal blog is to inspire others to use fitness and diet to improve their lives and the way they feel about themselves!
Kristine also took charge of her life and lost over 100 pounds in only a year and a half! She didn't need surgery after all, only her positive attitude and dedication to health and fitness.
Kristine took her success and decided to use it to motivate others by starting an online wellness community known as "I Lost Big and So Can You". Kristine's Facebook page has over 53,000 followers who look to her for weight loss tips, healthy food ideas, workout tips, and positive reinforcement.
And, as if losing all this weight and becoming an inspiration to others weren't enough, Josh saw Kristine's story on Instagram and decided to reach out to her. Now? They're currently dating!
Not only did this amazing couple lose a combined 400 pounds, but they've been together for over five months. Josh and Kristine are wonderful examples of how positivity and motivation can truly transform your life!
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