Paleo Strong - 30 lbs in 8 weeks

naptownblue

Yep, I can't believe it myself. I've lost 30 lbs in exactly 8 weeks of Paleo eating. I know that Paleo enthusiasts cringe when they see "newbs" post about their weight loss, as the Paleo lifestyle is geared to make you very healthy - that is the selling point - with weight loss being a by-product. Well I have to say - I'm on board both trains here. I feel so good - at least 10 years younger - in the past 2 months. I have more energy, I never feel "like a slug" after meals anymore, and actually look forward to going out for a jog or a bike ride 3 or 4 times per week.

I'm not that "100%" Paleo guy - I'm not overly concerned about sauces at restaurants or if I forget to say "no cheese" on a salad, or little things like that, and I do have a designated "cheat day"... but I just don't go overboard on it. The main staples that I have eliminated 95% are processed foods, dairy, and grains. When you learn to live without microwave meals, diet soda, bread, milk, and cheese - it's amazing how much better you feel.

I have no intention of "Going back" to my old lifestyle, ever. I am so comfortable with this, I actually look forward to creating new meal ideas each week, it's kind of fun. It's just a matter of getting that "must have bread" or "must have cheese" mindset. .. it's so easy to bypass that stuff, and your body LOVES you for it.

carashirley

That is awesome!!! So happy for you!! I've lost 4lbs in the past 4 days of doing Paleo! I hope it keeps up!! Do you keep track of any of your macros?

chris2267

Great job! I too prefer a Paleo diet but am not 100% I do go out to eat and eat some fast food from time to time , but I notice how bad I feel afterwards. I try to make a better choice next time.

Logging food on MFP you can really mess with your head when it comes to counting calories. Most days I eat a whole avocado and that puts me at 50%-60% of my fat for the day. Most people may freak but I smile.

Keep up the good work and enjoy!

Rei1988

Congrats on your health & progress!

MikeFlyMike

Congrats - no cringing here.
I started this to lose weight too. Just then I saw a list of other benefits a mile long.
Keep reading and keep tuning your body and health.
Its not about being obsessive or strict - its about making the choices to be healthy.
Great work - keep it up.

naptownblue

thanks everybody, it's been enlightening and actually very educational and actually fun. I actually look forward to making different meals, it's a highlight of the day! - as for macros, I'm not sure what that is?? Is that like a proportion of fat/carbs/etc per day? If so then no - I'm not monitoring that. Should I be??

carashirley

thanks everybody, it's been enlightening and actually very educational and actually fun. I actually look forward to making different meals, it's a highlight of the day! - as for macros, I'm not sure what that is?? Is that like a proportion of fat/carbs/etc per day? If so then no - I'm not monitoring that. Should I be??

I say NO, if it's not broke don't fix it. I monitor mine only for the purpose of knowing my daily deficit

jennaworksout

awesome!!! congrats!!! Paleo is great for weight loss..I did'nt have much to lose, I did lose the last 10 that were so hard for me....but I have also dropped body fat ....I will never go back to regular SAD diet, Paleo makes me feel so much better!!

naptownblue

Thanks! You guys can follow my experiences at paleogaga.com, or like my fbook page "Paleo Gaga", as blog posts go there automatically. I love this lifestyle and feel so HEALTHY!

sausalitomama

Just wanted to say congrats! That is really awesome and keep up the great work!

Tspgibbs

This is so amazing. Your story is so inspiring to hear. Wishing you continued success.