Lost over 50 pounds in 4 months!

westonw72
westonw72 Posts: 21
edited November 9 in Success Stories
I'm 17, and I recently decided to totally change the way I eat. Obviously, the results have been nothing short of unbelievable. My confidence is at an all time high, and I feel great. I also go to the gym most days. I also enjoy playing basketball. My struggle now is to lose my remaining fat (which is still plentiful), and to not gain weight. Any advice on how to stay slim would be awesome!

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  • jonjhayden
    jonjhayden Posts: 165 Member
    Start lifting. Increase your muscle mass. Muscles require energy just sitting there (unlike fat). Just don't let the minor weight gains bother you.

    You might want to investigate a method for measuring body composition rather than the indirect and inaccurate scale. Look into Bodpod, hydrostatic weighing or iDEXA scans.
  • rosestring
    rosestring Posts: 225 Member
    May I ask what your SW/CW is, along with your new eating habits? For example, what does your grocery list look like?

    Also, yes, strength training is an absolute must!
  • westonw72
    westonw72 Posts: 21
    rosestring wrote: »
    May I ask what your SW/CW is, along with your new eating habits? For example, what does your grocery list look like?

    Also, yes, strength training is an absolute must!


    Starting weight was 226, as of this morning I'm at 172. Nowadays I feel like I need to eat less, so on average I take in 1500 calories or less. Most of my food is fruits and vegetables: cucumbers and carrots are really the only veggies I eat. I will rarely eat takeout, and if I do I'm very careful. I have been strength training so hopefully that'll help.
  • westonw72
    westonw72 Posts: 21
    Also, my height is 5'11. Any questions/advice are welcome
  • palmetto123
    palmetto123 Posts: 1 Member
    We're the same height, and I'm at your "before" weight right now. Kicked my own tail into gear for the new year -- thank you so much for your inspiration!!
  • Holla4mom
    Holla4mom Posts: 587 Member
    Sounds like you're off to a great start! Congrats on your progress!
  • Liftng4Lis
    Liftng4Lis Posts: 15,151 Member
    At 17 you're too young to be here. Awesome job on your loss.
  • westonw72
    westonw72 Posts: 21
    palmetto123 wrote: »
    We're the same height, and I'm at your "before" weight right now. Kicked my own tail into gear for the new year -- thank you so much for your inspiration!!

    Good luck man hope you achieve your goals!
  • westonw72
    westonw72 Posts: 21
    Liftng4Lis wrote: »
    At 17 you're too young to be here. Awesome job on your loss.

    Thanks and I just turned 18 so consider yourself corrected
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