lost 282# in 12 months

pastryari · July 2013

So many members her get berated for eating under 1200, especially a guy. This is the second success story I have seen where the guy ate below 1200 and still lost the weight.

This is proof that what works for some doesn't work for all.

Well done on the loss! Keep it going!

When someone is that big and has such a large amount of weight to lose (I mean no offense to the OP, just facts), they can get away with a more extreme deficit.

tartsul · July 2013

So many members her get berated for eating under 1200, especially a guy. This is the second success story I have seen where the guy ate below 1200 and still lost the weight.

This is proof that what works for some doesn't work for all.

Well done on the loss! Keep it going!

i think one of the main differences is age. this guy is 59. as people grow older, their caloric needs change. either way, hats off to you OP for turning your life around! you look fantastic and it's great you've been doing this all under the close eye of your doctor. keep it up with the healthy living!

cmcollins001 · July 2013

So many members her get berated for eating under 1200, especially a guy. This is the second success story I have seen where the guy ate below 1200 and still lost the weight.

This is proof that what works for some doesn't work for all.

Well done on the loss! Keep it going!

Eating very low calorie will work...it's just not a sustainable plan and for most, it's not a healthy plan. Fast weight loss isn't always fantastic in the long run.

Yes, this OP had a lot to lose and was able to eat at a lower deficit, but that's not a plan for people with half the weight to lose.

This is proof that the OP lost 282 pounds in 12 months...nothing more, nothing less.

BHKLEIN · July 2013

A.M.A.Z.I.N.G!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

cedman1 · July 2013

Seriously impressive!!!! Congrats!!

SMarie10 · July 2013

You just saved your own life!

GoinToKickThis · July 2013

What an amazing feat..!!! CHEERS!!

angmarie28 · July 2013

what an amazing job you did.

rharredo · July 2013

whoaa! great job man!

jennyrebekka · July 2013

wow....i have more than 100+ lbs to lose...and it IS daunting. i can't imagine how strong you must be......to have not had pizza or junk food for a whole year!
that is amazing - - your loss and new committment to your health really IS inspirational!

mamagirl49 · July 2013

Bump. You're my hero.

Denjo060 · July 2013

Wow Virtual "High Five" to you what an inspiration you are for everyone out there no matter what our ages or how much we have to lose :flowerforyou: :drinker:

TriShamelessly · July 2013

Well done and best wishes for continued success! Although I approached my weight loss differently, can't argue with your results :bigsmile:

mandylgibbs · July 2013

You give me hope!

beachgirl172723 · July 2013

Wow. Wow. Wow. Just what I needed to hear. Truly inspirational.

sabified · July 2013

Great job and best of luck getting the rest of the way there!!!

For the people commenting that people can lose at less than 1000cals... I want to point out that OP did it the smart way and checked in with his doc every month! OP, I'm sure if you're doctor had said something you were doing was incorrect.. you would have changed right??

I hope no one sees this as justification to eat too low! Everyone's different, remember that...

cinrn68 · July 2013

Such great success!! Congrats. I love your no-nonsese attitude about the whole process. Kudos for taking charge of your life and becoming a healthier you! Keep up the great work!