Name: Reinaldo
Age: 17
Family Status: Single
Occupation: Student
Hometown: Hartford, Connecticut
Pounds or Inches Lost: I lost 90 pounds and about 12 inches off my waist.
Height: 5’8”
Waist: 34
Starting Weight: 285 pounds
Current Weight: 195 pounds
Reinaldo’s Weight Loss Story!
When did you become unhappy with your weight?
When people started making fun of me.
What made you decide to lose weight?
When I saw a video that I have made just for fun, I saw how overweight I really was.
What were the most important changes you made to lose weight?
I changed my whole lifestyle. I stopped eating junk and just ate better, and started to do cardio and weight train.
What was most challenging about losing weight?
Not being able to eat whatever I want and having to get up every morning to do cardio.
How long did it take you to start to see results?
The first couple of weeks.
How long did it take for you to reach your current weight?
8 months.
How long have you maintained your weight loss and how do you do it?
Well this is my 8th month on my diet I’m still trying to improve and just keep working hard.
How has your life changed now that you’ve lost weight?
I actually go out now, I’m not embarrassed to do normal things.
How did ShapeFit help you reach your weight loss goals?
I got information off this site, about cardio.
Reinaldo’s Weight Loss Tips!
Weight loss tip #1:
Weight train at least 3 times per week.
Weight loss tip #2:
Eat at least 1 gram of protein per pound of body weight.
Weight loss tip #3:
Eat multiple small meals per day (5-6 meals/day).
Weight loss tip #4:
Drink plenty of water every day.
Weight loss tip #5:
Stay positive and focused on your overall goal.
Reinaldo’s Weight Loss Eating Plan!
Breakfast:
Scrambled eggs with turkey, or cereal.
Lunch:
Turkey sandwich or chicken.
Dinner:
Skinless, boneless chicken, rice, vegetables.
Snacks or Mini Meals:
Protein shakes.
Reinaldo’s Weight Loss Workouts!
Weight Training:
I change my routine often, but my current body split is:
- Monday: Shoulders, Triceps, Abs
- Tuesday: Quads, Calves
- Wednesday: Rest Day
- Thursday: Back, Hamstrings
- Friday: Chest, Biceps, Abs
Cardiovascular:
30 minutes of moderate intensity before breakfast on an empty stomach.
