30 lbs out of 81 lost, feeling great

RandomDude50 · February 2012

I'm a little late to the party once again, but here is my official "I've lost 30 lbs, is this real life?" thread.

Sorry, but no pictures. I don't want people I know in real life tracking me down on the internet.

The weight is still coming off crazy fast, and I still don't know why. I'm not complaining, although I am concerned about potential loose skin and all that. Not enough to change what I'm doing though.

I have made the descent into ONEderland, and it is marvelous. It has been a while since I've been here. I moved down a shirt size and a pants size. Many of the clothes I was wearing before I sized down are now comically large on me.

I'm learning how to cook dinner for myself. It allow me greater control over what and how much I eat, and saves me a tremendous amount of money. If you're like me and the thought of spending your free time cooking seems very unappealing, look into a slow cooker (crock pot) that has the option to automatically switch to keep warm once your food is done. It's not difficult or time consuming to make yourself a healthy dinner with one and have it be ready as soon as you step in the door.

The next time I make one of these threads, I will be below the weight I was at when I quit my previous job.

If you post in my thread, you's gettin' a friend request.

Jwirl · February 2012

Congrats on the weight loss!

roadworthy · February 2012

Way to go:) I love to cook even though I cook for 6 people everyday! Just made homemade thin crust whole wheat pizzas tonight. Much cheaper than takeout and so much better for you.

suzy50minus · February 2012

So Proud of you! That is a HUGE accomplishment so far! And I know you are keeping your eyes on the prize so I am looking forward to seeing all the great things you do!! Way to go!!!

zlem · February 2012

well done dude! you're so consistent with your exercise etc and it's really paying off, keep up the good work

txtrace · February 2012

Great Job!

ahsina27 · February 2012

Congrats! That's awesome!

heathermarie311 · February 2012

Keep working hard!wtg!

crzyone · February 2012

Congrats on your loss!!!! It's a good feeling!!!

kimdyson3 · February 2012

AWESOME job!!! I've lost 30 as well and it's a great feeling

keep it up!

JanetLM73 · February 2012

Great job, keep it up! I have about 45 lbs to go.

soonpass · February 2012

Congrats! My goal is to lose aroubd 80 as well. Oh I dreamof the day I can say I've lost 30. Keep it up!

srp2011 · February 2012

Congrats - you're doing great, and it's fantastic that you are making long-lasting changes, like learning to cook dinner :-) Keep up the good work!

vickie28 · February 2012

Awesome !! Keep it up , I have at least 60 to go, this web site is actually making it easier to lose, I love all the success stories & I love counting the calories so much easier than " points " & this works so much better and is free-- Big bonus meeting a lot of special people along the way

Have a wonderful day .

kriggs1976 · February 2012

I can not wait until I get to 30 lost! Congrats.

jaymek92 · February 2012

great job! keep it up!

pglecher · February 2012

Congratulations! I have just started and have loved reading all the good news!

PatasDeGallina · February 2012

Welcome to ONEderland! Don't worry, we don't chop people's heads off or anything (altho I bet that would help you lose weight REAL QUICK).

:happy:

corrieville · February 2012

Great job!! I am very close to Onederland

Soapstone · February 2012

Good job!!
It's such an important skill to be able to cook meals for yourself, and to learn how to cook healthy. It can seem expensive at first, but if you cook large portions and freeze them, it's much cheaper. Some of my favorite staples: dry black beans, whole chickens, and eggs. I eat a lot of hard boiled eggs, after workouts, when I need an evening snack, or in my salads to add protein.
Whole chickens are a huge bang for your buck. I get them for $5 a piece where I live, boil the whole chicken, cool it, shred it, portion it and freeze it. Same with black beans. You can also bag the chicken stock after you boil the chicken (after cooling) and lay the bags flat in your freezer- very cheap, and very handy.
I cook for a family of five and a whole chicken can last us three meals. I know most "dieters" like skinless, boneless breast, but I love whole chickens!
I tend to eat the same stuff over and over again because I cook and freeze in large quantities, and maybe some would think it's boring, but it works for me and it helps a lot with logging my meals. I've lost 11 lbs since February 1, and I'm very pleased with how much this site helps. Congrats, my friend!! Doesn't it feel fantastic?
I read your list of reasons you want to lose weight, and it reminds me of all the reasons I am doing this, too. Thanks for reminding me, and for inspiring me! We got this!

divinesoul · February 2012

Congratulations!

juliebunz · February 2012

Congrats on the 30lbs! I'm down 35 from my start but till 15 from Onederland, can't wait!! I joined MFP to help me with continuing the weightloss, ur thread is motivating thanks!

deniserenee_02 · February 2012

Why don't you want the real life ppl to track you down?

dorseykm · February 2012

Congratulations! I know I've lost weight, but I don't see it the changing shape of my body. I mostly see it in how most of my pants won't stay up w/o a belt.

RandomDude50 · February 2012

Thanks everyone!

happystars82 · February 2012

well done!! i can;t wait until i hit the 30 mark i'll be under 200 lbs then! woop woop!

nu2012 · February 2012

Great job!! All these success stories are so inspiring.Can't wait to reach the ONEderland!

kandyjay · February 2012

congrats. I remember when I lost my first 30 pounds, I saw such a drastic change. Cant wait to get the next 30 pounds off!

meshashesha2012 · February 2012

congrats on losing 30 pounds. 80 pounds is also my goal but the weight hasnt exactly been dropping off for me since i'm still working out my calories.