Growing up as a kid I was always thin mostly I believe because I was always active in sports. After High School and I turned nineteen I stopped playing sports and like most young adults would drink like a fish. So I began to start putting weight on very quickly, which at the time was odd for me because prior to that I would try to gain weight and I couldn’t do it.
So I weighed around 185-190 in my school years and am 6’1, then I quickly shot up to about 235 after high school and have gradually gain more and more weight over the years. I have never been close to getting down where my weight should be and have yo yo with my weight like most people who struggle with weight loss.
The biggest wake up call regarding my weight problems is one day I get on the scale a few years back and the scale register a whopping 295 pounds I was just 5 pounds shy of 300 lbs. At the point I realized it was not just a weight problem but a health problem and I needed to do something. I immediately went on a diet and exercise program and was able to drop 20 pounds fairly easy once I applied myself and put my mind to making the change to get healthier and I was able to do it and drop my weight to 249.
So what happen why wasn’t I able to continue to lose, well here is my excuse because excuses are the only thing that can stop you. We went on a trip to Las Vegas for ten days and of course ate at the best restaurants, didn’t work out and I probably gained back ten pounds back. I was never able to get back into the routine and the healthier lifestyle that I chose too, I chose the easy way out.
It is easy to get distracted in your everyday life when obstacles will interfere with your workout or healthy eating habits, this is the challenge in weight loss and I have rededicated myself to losing weight again and this time I will succeed. I started less than two weeks ago and have loss four pounds so far I am currently at 275 and I would like to lose about 50 pounds.
I hope you will be with me on my journey and if you are also looking to weight feel free to contact me for any support.
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The biggest excuse is the Food.Each of us has days when we feel extra hungry. When this happens, EAT MORE! Might this slow down your weight loss? Needing a few extra days to achieve your weight loss goal is not a problem. The real problem is not eating enough and getting hungry and depressed. Because when this happens, you’ll start bingeing.
Hi Danny,
It’s great that you are working towards making a change. It is very easy to get sidetracked but you need to keep your eye on the prize. Eat 5 or 6 small portions a day and get in cardio and strength training exercises in at least 3 times a week. You will see results. Just hang in there!
Brianna
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Thanks Brianna for the comment and the support. I have set my mind to it and am dedicated just have to fight through those
life obstacles and just do it. I have am actually looking forward to working out every day which is half the battle.
Hi,
Have a lot of fresh vegetables and fruits. this will definitely helps u in the course…
Regards,
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I think a lot of times we eat out of boredom as well as ritual. Just because a bag of chips is sitting close by doesn’t mean you need to tackle it. Just because it’s close to noon you think you should get burgers and fries even if you’re not hungry. The vacation thing as you brought up Vegas is perfectly naturally. The next time what you should do is after a meal walk it off since Vegas is a visually interesting city that is enjoyed on foot.
Hey Dan, hang in there and keep shedding those pounds.
I think the biggest shock to our system is when we stop playing sport, at whatever age it is. As soon as that happens its like blowing up a balloon.
I have found that keeping up a bit of exercise works for me, but I know everyone is different.
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Its very difficult to talk about fitness and health still i believe in this post wat it says very correcty and very helpful
Hey Danny, I wish you good luck in your weight loss journey… You can do it, and just remember: first lose weight in your head; your body will then follow your mind.
It works like that.
All the best,
Jill
Danny I’ve been there (still there) first off congratulations on recommitting yourself to losing weight, that is a big part of the solution.
Watch what you eat, exercise and stay motivated, don’t lose site of your goal.
We tend to lose our focus and slip back into old routines and habits pretty easily, keep yourself motivated and you’ll drop that 50lbs in no time. (no time being 4-6 months
)
Steve
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Hi,
First off, well done for getting up and doing something about you problem. ?most people don’t even get that far!
Second, I like your line about excuses. It’s so true! People just make excuse after excuse, when really there is no excuse. You just need to chip away at it with a good diet and a bit of exercise.
Well done for getting back into it – you’ve got the determination and I believe you’ll be successful. Keep it up and good luck!
Linda
And might I just add…
Fad diets and slimming pills don’t work in the long term! The ONLY way to lose weight healthily and permanently is to get the right mindset (i.e. I WILL succeed!) and good diet and a decent exercise program.
Best of luck to anyone here trying to lose weight, you CAN do it!
Linda
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@ Rick Yes I agree walking in Vegas does help, only thing I did walk but not enough for all the calories I ate plus the drinking.
@Greg Thanks for support. I have been staying active on a workout routine, hope to continue
@Jill Thanks that is great advice. I will remember that!
@Steve Thanks for the advice and support. I appreciate it.
@Linda Thanks so much. I agree diet pills don’t work in the long run I have done them in the past and loss weight but when got off them gained back the weight plus more.
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I tried lot of times and followed many diet programs to reduce my weight.Every time i start with lot of excitement but after few days i start loosing my interest.I get distracted easily and can’t control myself.
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Hi Dan,
Yes I forgot to add the part about piling on even more weight on than you had in the first place from using diet pills and fad diets. Very true – it happens to a lot of people.
Quick tips: Eat little and often. Aim for 5-6 smaller meals each day and you’ll send your metabolism into overdrive. Couple this with a good strength training routine, build a bit of lean muscle and your body will burn fat naturally much faster because lean muscle eats calories.
Use these tips along with a positive mindset for a month or two and check the results
Linda
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Great Post and very informative on so many aspects. I have been there and still am with trying to lose weight but after reading this I have been encouraged to continue being focused and keep at it.
Cheers!
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Hi Dan,
thanks for sharing your journey with us. Just would like to mention one thing: Make sure Dan that your mind and body know exactly what your goal is, i.e. use visualisation to put yourself into your ‘new shoes’ so to speak. And don’t forget to check out how others perceive you. Because where your focus goes – your energy flows. And your goal is not ‘losing weight’ (that’s the tool) but an unfolding of a whole new self!
All the best on your journey.
Halka @ Self Hypnosis Weight Loss
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If you are actually looking forward to working out each day now then you have passed most of the pain barrier right there.
Well done. Stay focussed and motivated and you’ll achieve your weight loss target I’m sure.
I can definitely relate to that. Still remember the days where I hang out with friends eat everything I want without the limitation and opinions from my parents.
I quickly gain weight and totally ignore what others have said about it until I was totally embarrassed when I looked at my own weight. It is easy to stay relax and let things come to us instead of making things happen. I’m in action of losing weight for the last few weeks too. Let’s work together.
Hi Danny,
I wish you luck for your weightloss battle, I believe to you can do it!!
I believe exercise and healthy diet with proper calorie, maybe 1500 calorie a day will suits you. Just make sure not to drink too much, include beer or soda
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What we need (including myself) is discipline to overcome the increasing rate of obesity. Sad to say but we are what we eat and eating healthy with the right exercise should be a good start on that tedious road to weight loss.
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Of course you’ll do it. I really think you want it and that’s what it really takes. You just have to go for it and not look back. Keep up the Good work Dan!
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obesity brings a lot of suffering to most of the people. but if we try to limit our selves, and eat just a right amount of food along with discipline and a proper exercise, Im sure obis people can be sexy sooner than they expect..and im so amaze that you’ve loss a lot of weight dan, you’re great!!!
I’m right there with you! I began my current weight loss journey on 8/3/09 and as of today have lost 21 pounds. I’m trying to lose 100. I’ve found that starting my blog and sharing the journey with others has helped with my motivation and accountability.
For me, I’ve decided that smaller portions, more exercise and more water will make the weight come off.
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Hey Jennifer Thanks for commenting. I wish you the very best with your journey. I like you have found blogging about it helps me and motivates me more. I am not following any diet plans like I did in the past which I did lose weight but ending up eventually getting off and putting on more weight than when I started. I am just watching what I eat, eating less and exercising and it seems to be working well so far.
Thanks again for the support and will be sure to check out your website.
Hey guys, it’s always a great motivation to see others acheiving success! I started my weight loss plan over a month ago now and so far I’ve lost 7lbs. Which is good for me!
Anyway, keep up the good work! I’ll be back!
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Hi Dan, have you considered doing a bit of proper strength training to increase your lean muscle mass? That’s a really great way to lose weight.
The more lean muscle mass you have on your body, the faster your body naturally burns fat.
Try it, and pop over to my site if you want some great free tips
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That’s an awesome tip Phil. In my opinion a lack of lean muscle mass is a major factor in why so many people are overweight these days.
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When people are starting their weight loss journey, they always sent themselves some type of goal. Some set a goal to lose “X” amount of weight. Some set more detailed goals to lose “X” amont of weight.
If you are trying to lose weight and/or lower your cholesterol.you follow a healthy diet plan.