Weight Loss Success Stories - Josh Lost 183 Pounds

First Name: Josh
Age: 18
Family Status: Single
Occupation: Undergraduate at Purdue University
Hometown: Austin, Indiana
Pounds or Inches Lost: I have lost 183 pounds. I went from a size 50 waist to a size 36!
Height: 6'1"
Waist: 36"
Starting Weight: 472 pounds
Current Weight: 289 pounds

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Josh's Weight Loss Story!

When did you become unhappy with your weight?

All my life. I finally decided to take charge.

What made you decide to lose weight?

An inspirational teacher of mine in high school showed me the road. I had to take it.

What were the most important changes you made to lose weight?

Everything! Eating right and learning that food and nutrition can be healthy or poisonous. I also learned that exercise is your friend.

What was most challenging about losing weight?

Changing my whole routine of how and what I should eat.

How long did it take you to start to see results?

About a week. It has only been 10 months since I started.

How long did it take for you to reach your current weight?

10 months.

How long have you maintained your weight loss and how do you do it?

10 months. I have exercised everyday and I continue to learn which foods are good and which foods are bad for me.

How has your life changed now that you've lost weight?

Everyone treats me so different. I have new friends, and lost old ones. My family treats me so much different also. I finally have a girlfriend, haha!

How did ShapeFit help you reach your weight loss goals?

ShapeFit's weight loss success stories are very inspirational.

Josh's Weight Loss Tips!

Weight loss tip #1:

Eat right.

Weight loss tip #2:

Exercise daily.

Weight loss tip #3:

Always want to succeed.

Weight loss tip #4:

Never give up.

Weight loss tip #5:

Love yourself.

Josh's Weight Loss Eating Plan!

Breakfast:

Protein based meal that usually includes egg whites with toast.

Lunch:

A little more carbs for energy. Usually a cheese sandwich, some raw vegetables with hummus and a banana.

Dinner:

My favorite, which is a grilled chicken breast with steamed broccoli and a side salad.

Snacks or Mini Meals:

Protein filled snacks, cheese sticks and cans of tuna.

Josh's Weight Loss Workouts!

Weight Training:

Mainly weight training. I lift weights 5 days a week.

Cardiovascular:

I do cardio as well, after I lift weights. I usually use the treadmill or the elliptical machine when my legs hurt. I have experimented with playing basketball also.

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