Transform yourself: 2016's most impressive weight loss stories

Losing weight is one of the hardest things to do – especially around this time of year. When you reach a certain weight, it may seem impossible that a healthy diet and exercise will really make a difference.

These women, however, have proved that theory wrong by sharing their inspiring weight loss stories. Although some resorted to surgery, many showed that cutting out the junk food and embarking on a proper fitness regime is all you need to change your life.

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