Name: Jason
Age: 24
Family Status: Single
Occupation: Architect
Hometown: Belleville, New Jersey
Pounds or Inches Lost: I lost 57 pounds!
Height: 5’9″
Waist: 30″
Starting Weight: 215 pounds
Current Weight: 158 pounds
Jason’s Weight Loss Story!
When did you become unhappy with your weight?
I never noticed a significant weight gain, but I just wanted to slim down. I did not realize how much weight I had packed on.
What made you decide to lose weight?
My friends and I both agreed I needed to lose some weight after going out to eat lunch. I ordered a bunch of greasy, high fat food with a huge sugary soda. I probably ate about 2,000 at that meal alone and knew I had to make a change!
What were the most important changes you made to lose weight?
My diet! I changed the types of foods I ate and my portion sizes. I also cut out coffee and saved a lot of money. I used to have at least 5 coffee drinks every day! I started cooking at home which made a huge difference in both clean eating and saving money. It’s amazing how much money I was spending every month eating out.
What was most challenging about losing weight?
It was actually the weather! During the snowy season, it was hard to exercise outside. I walked to the gym and had to walk in snow, rain and ice.
How long did it take you to start to see results?
It only took about 1 week to notice some changes.
How long did it take for you to reach your current weight?
It took me 6 months to reach my current weight.
How long have you maintained your weight loss and how do you do it?
I have maintained for 3 weeks. I do it by continuing to go to the gym and workout.
How has your life changed now that you’ve lost weight?
I get compliments all the time now! I feel so much better and I’m gaining muscle now.
How did ShapeFit help you reach your weight loss goals?
ShapeFit.com helped keep me inspired throughout my weight loss journey.
Jason’s Weight Loss Tips!
Weight loss tip #1:
Avoid people who cannot accept your lifestyle change.
Weight loss tip #2:
Try saving money while dieting.
Weight loss tip #3:
Drink lots of water every day.
Weight loss tip #4:
Make sure to get enough sleep. This is how you recover from hard workouts.
Weight loss tip #5:
Cook your meals. You will be able to eat healthier and save a lot of money compared to eating out at restaurants.
Jason’s Weight Loss Eating Plan!
Breakfast:
Oatmeal, fruit, tea, and eggs.
Lunch:
Chicken and veggies.
Dinner:
Yogurt or cereal.
Snacks or Mini Meals:
Cliff Bars.
Jason’s Weight Loss Workouts!
Weight Training:
I use a personal trainer 2 times per week and we focus on weight training to build muscle. I also do yoga 2 times a week and do a spin class and abs once a week. Lifting weights is the key to building lean muscle mass and yoga is great for stretching and staying flexible.
Cardiovascular:
For cardio, I like running and walking everywhere.
