10 Inspiring People Showing What Willpower And Hard Work Can Do

Christmas is almost upon us, which means that the time for making New Year's resolutions is also drawing near. Maybe 2017 is the year you stop smoking? Maybe it's the year you learn a new language? Or perhaps you're finally going to start hitting the gym to shed some of those stubborn pounds that you've somehow accrued but can't seem to get rid of.

If you're one of those in the latter camp then check out these incredible before-and-after weight-loss pictures for a super boost of inspiration. Compiled by Bored Panda, the list below is sure to give you all the motivation you need to begin your journey to a brand new you. Don't forget to vote!

10 PHOTOS

#1 Lost 203 Lbs In 2 Years

#2 I Weighed 354 Pounds And Suffered From Diabetes, High Blood Pressure And Plantar Fasciitis. I Have Lost A Total Of 177 In A Year. I Workout 6 Days A Week And I No Longer Have Diabetes!

#3 Exactly Three Years Ago Versus Today. From 600 Pounds To 230 Pounds. 20 Pounds Under Goal!

#4 Minus 198 Lbs In 2 Years

#5 From 245lbs To 145lbs

#6 2012 (305 Lbs) Vs. 2016 (165 Lbs). The Difference Diet, Exercise, And Consistent Can Make

#7 Weight Loss Is 90% Diet, 10% Exercise And 100% Mental!

#8 Back To 198.7

#9 Donna Lost 112 Lbs In Two Years And Became A Fitness Model

#10 The Christmas Card Lost 350 Lbs