5’7” guy with a 65lb man-baby
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mysterycookie
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Huge thanks to all my mfp buds. Your support has been phenomenal. You’re all badasses. I joined up early February, and have lost 65 lb so far! It took me a little over 9 months to hit my goal weight. Quite a hefty man-baby of fat to lose.
Some important things I’ve learned:
1. It has been better for me to set general goals instead of ridiculous ones. Be realistic! If you’re afraid of quitting, set a low weekly weight loss rate to stay consistent. It’s better than having super high hopes and quitting. By enforcing an end date on myself I was constantly flustered. During the last two months, I just went with the flow and found that calorie counting wasn’t making me stressed out.
2. It’s ok to be over by a couple hundred calories. It’s also important to gauge the mental toll of things going on in life! I often put my calorie goals on the backburner to make sure my brain had enough energy to function. I don’t regret this at all!
3. Don’t rush exercising! Take it slow. I work out way too hard. This caused me to get arthritis in my toes and a twisted vertebrae, which gives me a lot of shoulder weakness/pain. Trust me; it’s better to safely exercise than to end up with some monster medical bills and pain.
4. Learn to love exercising by making it a fun way to relieve stress. Zone out and give your brain a break.
5. Never diet! Set yourself up for success. The last couple months, I’ve been eating in a way that will be sustainable, not just a quick fix. Recently I became a vegetarian, which has been awesome.
6. If you have a bad day, treat tomorrow as a new opportunity. Don’t spend time worrying about the past since it will only hurt the future. Shake it off and move on. Kick some *kitten* tomorrow.
-Aaron
FEEL FREE TO ADD ME! I can always use more mfp homies, and I don't plan to quit!
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Awesome job. Congrats :drinker:0
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There we go, fiddled with the pic a bit0
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Great tips. I've been over my calorie goals, but theres been stuff going on and I'm just not worried about it. Half the battle is mental. Congrats on your achievements!0
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Amazing pictures, well done you.0
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Amazing. You look great.0
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Incredible journey. Congratulations on your success.0
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why vegetarian? congratz0
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awesome! i try to eat a mostly vegetarian diet as well. its all preference.
oh and sidenote, you're so handsome0 -
Great job, man! You did an excellent job. :drinker:0
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You look so great!! Very handsome
I love that you went vegetarian and enjoy it too. Congratulations!!
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Congrats on achieving your desired weight!! You look fantastic and I love your transformation!! You Are very inspiring and encouraging.
I am feeling slightly depressed and after reading your important tips, I feel a lot better.! Thanks for ur pics n words! :flowerforyou:
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You look brilliant! Well done!0
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Fantastic! Well done, you look great :flowerforyou:0
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Woo hoo!
PS I am stealing that superhero stance for future endeavors.0 -
Congrats on your success and transformation.0
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Wow well done and fantastic tips as well thanks so much.0
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Good job!!0
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Look at you! Congrats & some great advice!!0
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Awesome weight loss!! You look fantastic, and I am sure you feel it as well! Good job on going vegetarian! And great words of wisdom, especially for those just starting out on this journey!0
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