I've lost 45 lbs in 3 months on this special diet!

ScottH_200
ScottH_200 Posts: 377 Member
in Success Stories
By eating whatever I "choose" to eat, keeping and daily logging EVERYTHING I put in my mouth and getting in some modest to moderate exercise a few times a week, I managed to lose 15 lbs a month from 10/21/13 to 01/21/14.

MFP set up my daily caloric needs at 2,190 a day at the start for a projected 2 lb per week loss. It's a 2,060 a day now. I went over that number 1 time in the first 90 days.

I've managed to lose thus far through Thanksgiving, Christmas, Kwanzaa, college football bowl games, birthday parties, New Years and NFL playoff games ;-)

At times, I've eaten hamburgers, fish & chips, fried chicken, burritos, steak, pasta, cake & chocolate candy. Just not every day, or, in excess.

I joined a weekly support group and weigh-in for accountability and also receive encouragement here on MFP. I'm reshaping my thinking process from "I can't", to "I can!"

Frankly, I'm tired of making excuses for being fat...

This is a process, a balance of my life long one, I understand that. I haven't reached my goal yet, however, I'm on my way!

Cheers!
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  • ScottH_200
    ScottH_200 Posts: 377 Member
    Why thanks!
  • ToryCarr
    ToryCarr Posts: 27 Member
    Keep up the great work!!!
  • broox80
    broox80 Posts: 1,195 Member
    Thats a dumb diet!!! Just kidding, great job!! Who knew it could be that simple huh!! Spent my whole life trying to make it much harder.
  • Debbers54
    Debbers54 Posts: 5 Member
    Love how sensible you are. Congratulations to you for your success! I hope you'll continue to post as you are a real encouragement :)
  • _TastySnoBalls_
    _TastySnoBalls_ Posts: 1,298 Member
    Good for you!
  • tami101
    tami101 Posts: 617 Member
    Congratulations! I have lost 59 pounds on the same special diet! Not as fast as you, but it is still gone forever!
  • ScottH_200
    ScottH_200 Posts: 377 Member
    What the??? Some of you aren't that impressed with my "special secret fat burning, metabolism raising, perfect macro scientific syncing" diet? LOL!
  • kvan64
    kvan64 Posts: 28 Member
    Thank you for sharing.Your diet is awesome!.......less input more output!....its that easy. Please continue to share.
  • TX_Rhon
    TX_Rhon Posts: 1,549 Member
    WTG!!! You sir, are a genius!! :flowerforyou:
  • kvan64
    kvan64 Posts: 28 Member
    Oh please friend me if you like...nice to see sensible comments on here!
  • kballard66
    kballard66 Posts: 87
    Awesomeness, WTG!
  • KristinaB83
    KristinaB83 Posts: 440 Member
    That's wonderful! Cheers to you!
  • knittinlady
    knittinlady Posts: 143 Member
    But...but...but... don't you know that carbs and wheat and sugar are POISON?!?!?! OMG, you're totally killing yourself if you eat them!!!!eleventy!!

    /sarc

    But seriously, congrats! I'm on the same "diet". The above is what I get so often from people who don't "get it". :laugh:
  • kjurassic
    kjurassic Posts: 571 Member
    Good for you!!! You've put all those "over the top" scientific, 3-page long, confusing, verbose, mind numbing explanations on how to lose a pound in their place! Finally..... a plan that's easy and sustainable - go figure! I'm basically following the same plan although it is and will be my lifestyle - not a "diet" and enjoying success as well It really doesn't have to be that "complicated".....
  • MuseofSong
    MuseofSong Posts: 322 Member
    THAT is the way to do it!

    Everyone wants the secret to weight loss, and you sir, have found it. ;)
  • ScottH_200
    ScottH_200 Posts: 377 Member
    Good for you!!! You've put all those "over the top" scientific, 3-page long, confusing, verbose, mind numbing explanations on how to lose a pound in their place! Finally..... a plan that's easy and sustainable - go figure! I'm basically following the same plan although it is and will be my lifestyle - not a "diet" and enjoying success as well It really doesn't have to be that "complicated".....

    I agree with your it's a "lifestyle" assessment. However, using the term "diet" just sounds so catchy and trendy, doesn't it? Sorta Dr. OZish like ;-)
  • NancieFeatherston
    NancieFeatherston Posts: 52 Member
    Love feeling like I am on the right track! Congrats on your success... I started this January 1st and am on this "diet' of yours too! I feel great... I have 53 to go to get my first goal! I am doing it consistently... that's the biggest change I have made! Looking forward to seeing my collar bones again! I am walking slow on an incline now. It started with a commitment to myself to walk 5 minutes a day... and I have done it everyday and am an hour a day most days!
  • ScottH_200
    ScottH_200 Posts: 377 Member
    Love feeling like I am on the right track! Congrats on your success... I started this January 1st and am on this "diet' of yours too! I feel great... I have 53 to go to get my first goal! I am doing it consistently... that's the biggest change I have made! Looking forward to seeing my collar bones again! I am walking slow on an incline now. It started with a commitment to myself to walk 5 minutes a day... and I have done it everyday and am an hour a day most days!

    I went to an Oregon Ducks Football game with my son back in October. We had to walk (only) about a half mile from the shuttle into the stadium, because of my excess weight, my back was KILLING me! That's when I said enough is enough to myself.

    I started my exercise routine on the elliptical because it's easier on my back and knees. However, as I've continued to lose and gain cardio strength, I've been venturing more and more outdoors to walk. I love walking and hiking and am VERY excited about getting into some of our beautiful parks we have here in Oregon this Spring.
  • palmerdanielle
    palmerdanielle Posts: 341 Member
    Awesome! I'm just getting started here so every success story keeps me inspired and motivated, way to go!
  • lynder64
    lynder64 Posts: 285 Member
    LOVE reading success stories like yours! Thanks for sharing and all the best to you on your journey!!!
  • whisperer02
    whisperer02 Posts: 52
    Sounds like you win.......a healthy lifestyle that is. Way to go and congrats.
  • nlbez
    nlbez Posts: 111 Member
    Im on the same diet to only started 12 days ago but lost 8lb already. I just know i wouldnt be able to stick to eat not eating the things i love, but by starting MFP ive done more excercise and lowered my portion size but still manage to eat what i like. Ive had mexican takeaway (Chimmichanga), chocolate, roast dinners, bacon sandwich and sweeties but anyway well done you. You have done fantastic and your an inspiration x
  • ElizabethFuller
    ElizabethFuller Posts: 352 Member
    Rats! No raspberry ketones or fat dissolving magic fairy dust?? I'll just carry on with logging then!
    Congratulations on your success, so impressive! Especially losing weight over Christmas and New Year, Yay! :flowerforyou:
  • cathrynhicks
    cathrynhicks Posts: 2
    Well done!!! I lost 28lbs last year and then hurt my ankle so put some back on. I've just started to try again as I'm determined to look good for my holiday in July. I would like to lose another 28lbs and see how I feel then.

    Once again, well done. A real inspiration and fantastic news that you're enjoying your new found fitness!
  • kjurassic
    kjurassic Posts: 571 Member
    Ha ha ha.... Oh, yes.... forgot how important it is to be "trendy." Love your tongue in cheek sense of humor. Important to have one (sense of humor) - kind of puts everything in perspective....
  • ChaoticMiNd
    ChaoticMiNd Posts: 247 Member
    That sir is AWESOMETASTIC!!! I myself gave up white bread and pasta, because I have found that it's causing my 'fibromyalgia' symptoms...But I eat the heck out of white potato's!!! I know, I know..bad -bad-bad. Lost 19 in under a month woop. Just portion control pretty much.
  • barbatteberysmith
    barbatteberysmith Posts: 17 Member
    Great job..I to am looking forword to losing a great deal of weight..I also signed up last July.. But only started the program Jan 7th. Can't believe that it is as simple as calories in and calories out!
  • RaspberryKeytoneBoondoggle
    RaspberryKeytoneBoondoggle Posts: 1,349 Member
    Good for you! I don't think this "special diet" works for everyone though. Most of us normal people needy I add a little raspberry keytone assistance.
  • SunofaBeach14
    SunofaBeach14 Posts: 4,899 Member
    Well done and thanks for sharing. Keep up the hard work!
  • ScottH_200
    ScottH_200 Posts: 377 Member
    Good for you! I don't think this "special diet" works for everyone though. Most of us normal people needy I add a little raspberry keytone assistance.

    Will raspberry Greek Yogurt do instead? ;-)

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