2 years & 3 months between the first and last photo
168 cm / 5'5"
Starting weight: 96kg / 211 pounds
Current weight: 70kg / 154 pounds = weight loss of: 26kg / 57 pounds
Lost 24cm / 9.5 inches off my waist + 15cm / 6 inches off my hips.
Here are a few tips I’ve learnt along the way:
1) Don’t rely on the scales.. there were times I lost inches but no weight 2) Lift weights!! Honestly don’t waste your time doing cardio. Do some cardio but make sure you lift lots of heavy weights! That will help you to keep burning calories for 24 hours after your work out is done + more muscle = more calories burned. 3) Drink water and lots of it, also green tea will help speed your metabolism 4) There will be times you will slack off, I slacked off for months at a time. The important thing is to get back to it! Consistency is key. 5) Make sure you eat enough! You really need to get your balance right between eating enough and eating too much. Eat too much and you won’t lose, eat too little and your body will hold onto every calorie you take in and you won’t lose. 6) Eat foods in their natural state, avoid processed foods, eat lots of lean protein (chicken and fish) and lots of veggies/ salads as well as fruit. Personally I wouldn’t recommend cutting carbs, your body needs all food groups. Eat brown rice and wholemeal pasta / bread in small quantities! 7) Mix up your workouts, don’t do the same workout everyday because your body will adapt to it and your results will slow down. 8) squats and lunges are your best friend, with proper form and adding weight your butt will look better then ever before ;) 9) Find friends to join you on your journey, being with friends with similar goals and interests really helps you to achieve your goal. 10) Never give up! Don’t get discouraged if it feels as though nothing is changing. I’ve had many days like this but looking back I can see that there is a change.
I may not be where I want to be yet but I am so committed this time and I know I am not going to give up! I love working out and eating healthy it has finally become a lifestyle for me and I love encouraging others :)
Thank you to all the inspiring pictures , any more questions you can reach me on my blog: cause-you-gotta-have-faith.tumblr.com
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