Hello! I'm at 8 Pounds in 2 weeks.

Xbwalker

Hi all. My name is Brandon. I began my weight loss journey nearly 2 weeks ago. I am fortunate to work at a place where there is a very nice on site gym and have made use of its facilities. I have been doing daily workouts of about 40-50 minutes.

The first week was very hard on my muscles. Once I adjusted though, I developed a routine. Now, I faithfully head to the gym at 5 o clock every morning. The hardest part is working out in front of all these "In Shape" people. I keep telling myself that I am not doing it for their approval but for my health.

As for food, I am sticking to a low carb (about 50g per day) diet with high protein. So far, it is working wonders and I have more energy than ever before. Working out makes such a difference in my day. I feel relaxed yet energized throughout the work day and at night, my insomnia has all but disappeared.

Anyhow, I am currently 232 pounds (I began at nearly 240) and am shooting for 170. I took a BMI indicator and it said I should go for 150. I don't think that is a healthy weight for my body type but we will see as I get closer to 170. If I still have fat to spare then I'll keep losing.

I am working diligently to lose this weight because I want to look great for my wife. I love her and think she deserves the best I can offer.

Oh and this is my first post so...HI!

genuinelyfrans

Hey I have been doing this for a little over two weeks and I have also lost about 8 lbs. so congrats and keep up the good work!

PeggyWoodson

Hello, I've been at it almost 2 weeks and have lost 8 lbs too. Sounds like you have a good plan going for you. Your wife is lucky that you want to give her your best. My husband and I are doing this diet together. It is so much easier when you have the support of your significant other. Best of luck.

Young28

Hello and Great work. Keep doing what your doing.

Blessedmommy_2x

Hello!!! Congrats on 8 lbs lost ... It is AWESOME that your job has a workout facility for you to use! Keep up the good work!!!

Stick with what YOU think is a healthy weight. The BMI calculator doesnt really go by "muscle gain" just what it thinks is a good weight to height ratio. For ME it is accurate but for some it is not. So just create your own goal and reach it!

Remi79

Hello and welcome! Nice to meet you. I have been back on this program since last Sunday and have lost almost 8 pounds. I love it here and am looking for friends if any wish to friend me.
Good luck to you all!

healthylifeforme

Congrats on your 8 lbs loss! This is my 2nd week using mfp and so far I love it! Keep up the good work. Feel free to add me as a friend.

Xbwalker

Thanks for all the adds guys and (mostly) gals. Where are all the dudes around here? Surely women aren't the only ones seeking a healthy lifestyle.