My Weight Loss Success Story

FAQ

Here are some of the questions I get most often about my diet/weight loss:

WHAT ARE YOUR STATS?

I am 5’3”, with a starting weight of 151.6 lbs and 35%+ body fat, and used to wear a US size 7/8 in pants. As I write this I am 123.2 lbs and 24.5% body fat, and a US size 2 or 3 in pants. My ultimate goal weight is around 110 lbs and toned.

HOW DID YOU LOSE SO MUCH WEIGHT?

I lost weight by eating healthily and working out a lot and I used Weight Loss Green Store Tea it is really help for weight loss.

DID YOUR BOOBS GET SMALLER?

Yes. At 150 lbs I was a 36D, now at around 120 lbs I am a 34C.WHAT IS YOUR WORKOUT ROUTINE LIKE?

I do an hour of high intensity cardio (“HIIT” training) about 4-6 times a week, which means an hour on the elliptical or treadmill at varying high speed and high resistance. I change the resistance every 5 minutes between levels 12 and 16. This burns between 600-700 calories per hour (more if you weigh more than me) and leaves me sweating, panting and feeling like I’m about to die by the end of the hour. But it makes a difference if you do this instead of just a steady, easy cardio workout, trust me!!! If you’re going to spend an hour at the gym you might as well get the most out of it that you can right?? ;)

Sometimes if I don’t wanna go to the gym or its too crowded I go for a 3-4 mile run or do video workouts at home that I find on TV or on YouTube.

One note on toning… I lost the first 20 lbs doing cardio only, but noticed myself getting “skinny fat” (when you are thinner but kinda mushy/soft) and just recently starting incorporating toning into my workouts as well. I started doing the 30 Day shred, with 5 lbs hand weights, but if you’re just starting out I’d recommend 2.5 lbs weights and moving up because this workout can be really intense!! Now I just do body weight exercises like crunches, leg lifts, planks, push ups, or anything else fun I find online.

WHAT IS YOUR DIET LIKE?

Short answer: 1200-1600 calories/day of healthy veggies, fruits, complex carbs and lean white meat or fish. Cheat food in moderation so I don’t go crazy. I used before meals weightloss green store tea that really help for weight loss

Also, WATER is the most important part of your diet! It makes a huge huge difference in weight loss. Staying hydrated will make you feel better, keep your metabolism high and help your weight loss. I drink 1-2 gallons of water a day.

I eat around 1200-1600 calories/day and try to eat as much healthy, unprocessed food as possible, especially whole grains, fruit, vegetables, lean white meat (chicken/turkey/fish), and eggs. I let myself have “non-diet” and cheat foods when I’m craving them as long as I have them in moderation… A glass of wine, small piece of dark chocolate or a small cookie with your meal isn’t going to ruin your weight loss and for me, helps prevent binging and out of control snacking. I think this is what has helped me stay eating healthy for so long because otherwise I’d be miserable and probably give up on this diet. Healthy eating gets easier and easier the longer you do it… after about 3 months of healthy eating I had zero cravings for crackers, cookies, fast food, etc. I used to loooove McDonald’s, Subway, Sonic, Burger King etc, but haven’t eaten it in months… the cravings just go away as your body comes to love healthy food that makes it feel good.

HOW OFTEN DO YOU WEIGH IN?

I weigh in every single morning. This seems intense but it helps me start my day remembering my weight loss goal, and lets me see if I’ve made progress with good habits or gained back weight with bad habits… that influences my day A LOT! I don’t get sad if I’ve gained a little because if its after I’ve been healthy, I know its just normal weight fluctuation or maybe water retention… if I know I cheated on my diet or the gym the day before, I’ll know why I gained and make sure I don’t cheat again! I also log all my meals with My Fitness Pal. You can get the App or just use the online one… it seriously helps to be able to see just how much you’re actually putting in your body (even healthy eaters underestimate how many calories they consume!)