My 2013 New Year's Resolution led to dropping 180lbs (Pics)

caramon29

Wow! Thank you for sharing!!!! I hope my new year's resolution 2014 will have the same result! Brilliant!!!!!

SapiensPisces

Freakin' awesome!

_TastySnoBalls_

Nutrition:

- Stopped trying restrictive diets.
- Focus on calories in and calories out - yes that is oversimplified but it’s still the way to lose weight.
- Didn’t restrict any one macro - carbs and fat for life son.
- Track my macros and micros. (macros = fat, carbs protein, micros = minerals and vitamins)
- Eat whole, nutrient rich foods mostly but still enjoy the foods I like in moderation
- Ignored the undefinable concept “clean eating”.
- Ignored nutrient timing. It doesn’t matter except for personal preference/performance. You can eat 6 meals, eat one meal, eat before bed, eat in morning or skip breakfast…etc…doesn’t matter! For those of you chugging protein shakes right after your workout, the “anabolic window” is probably more like 4-6 hours post workout (rather than the one hour many people still claim).
- I still party! Keeps me centered.
- I like diet pop and it is helpful in my weight loss efforts to curb cravings.
- I never eat breakfast in the morning. My first meal is usually 11-12. Personal preference is only reason. I like saving the calories for bigger meals later.
- I took the sugar counter right off of my MFP tracker. Way too low as it was set and sugar is a carb after all and I track that already! Sugar is not evil!
- I don’t demonize ANY foods. Pass the fat, carbs, gluten, wheat, msg and aspartame!
- I don’t starve myself!
- I ignored the Glycemic Index because it is dumb.
- I love white potatoes. F*** Your sweet ones! Less cals in the mighty white potato, it’s the highest ranked food on the Satiety Index (feeling full) AND more potassium than a banana. Pass the potatoes.

"Once our nutrient needs are met, we don’t get extra credit for eating more nutritious food! - Eric Helms"

^^this NEEDS to be made into a sticky ^^

simply amazing OP, congratulations on your success thus far!:drinker:

BarbellApprentice

This is the best post/success story I have seen on MFP. Major props and congrats!

Mischieviousme777

I don't know you, and you don't know me.. But you have a PHENOMENALLY inspiring story. I applaud you! In all honesty, I applaud you probably more than I have ever applauded anyone in my entire life. It's refreshing to see when someone doesn't lose sight of their goals. I'm sending you huge hugs. Take a bow, you deserve it!

Huffdogg

I am staggered by the thought of how strong you are going to be when you eventually lean out to where you want to be, if you started lifting so soon in your weight loss efforts. Well done, sir. I applaud you.

lyzmorrison

I LOVE your story! This is a mental journey....it's about choosing our happiness and finding our motivation and you totally nailed that. Your post should be required reading!

amcsouth

What a fantastic read!! You look amazing and gave such great advice!! I love this and congratulations on such an amazing accomplishment! :flowerforyou:

CallMeBacon

Just popping in to say BRAVO. Well done, man. You look fantastic.

_SABOTEUR_

This is awesome. And great timing to show that you can start as a resolutioner and succeed.

3dogsrunning

Someone suggested I check out this link, so glad they did. Amazing!! Thanks so much for sharing. More people need to see this.

3dogsrunning

This is awesome. And great timing to show that you can start as a resolutioner and succeed.

ANd this.

missy4181

Wow you are an inspiration. in 2008 to 2009 I lost just over 100 lbs, and now I have gained it all back but 40 lbs. So my 2014 is starting off with a kick in the butt. I am motivated and so ready to lose this weight for good. Thanks for the inspiration!!

empressichel

Awesome attitude, awesome post, awesome success. I am sure a lot of people will read this and find inspiration. All round awesomeness! Fantastic! :drinker: :drinker:

empressichel

Oh and I like your no nonsense, non complicated attitude too. Nothing wrong with potatoes, if I removed them from our house, my son would walk out in disgust.

beachgirl172723

Love this! You are just incredible- handsome - very cool specs too! . Love the cut through the bs advice. Thank you for sharing !

Brige2269

Amazing job!

punkyjones

Wow, just wow!

PikaKnight

Awesome job!!!!!

needtogetfit932

So inspirational!

Otterluv

Huge mega-props to you!!!!

skinnylady2014

Wow, what an inspirational, courageous, and knowledge-filled post. Thanks for sharing. It's just the kick-in-the-butt I needed to stay more on track this year.

Again, thanks! I bet by this time next year (or maybe even before) you will have reached your goal. Wishing you all the best!!!

nh5nh5

WOW -already a success in my eyes

lovebig30

Great Job! you are already successful cannot wait to see what 2014 brings you.

gfthomas2141

Wow! Congratulations and thanks for this post.

AnnaVee84

Thanks for the links - the Evidence mag has already been super helpful!!!!

CONGRATULATIONS and good luck with the rest of your progress :drinker: :drinker:

edwardkim85

You dropped an entire man's weight(180lbs) from your body in 2013. That's impressive!

Where did he go? ? lol

great job and keep the good work up!

wheird

Wow man! You look great!!!

sturay101

Great work and great story!

kirstie3281

What an amazing read!! You are so inspirational and I really appreciate the info and links to the reads. Keep up the great work!