**Transformations from FAT to FIT**

[edward_s]

Story goes like this. I was fat and knew I needed to get in shape. I drank too much, smoked too much and ate too much. I started walking on a daily basis and started to eat right. I cut out the sugar, ate whole grains and reduced my portion sizes. I also quit eating bar food. I used to hit the bar for 5 rum and cokes and a plate of fried cheese without batting an eye.

I set a goal to compete in a triathlon which I did. I lost about 50 lbs in 1 1/2 years. Problem was I lacked muscle and gained a little fat when I reduced my cardio after my tri.

That was last year in July (first frame in the 2nd pic.) I was about 184, 18-19% bf.

I started to work out at a gym and gained alot of newbie muscle and a little more fat and was sitting at 200 and 20% BF in January. (2nd frame.)

In April I hired a trainer from the gym that I admired, looked the way I wanted to look and was the same age as me. He taught me proper form, mind muscle connection and intensity and really fine tuned my diet (as long as I don't cheat!!)

In June I weighed 195 and 15%. (The last frame.) The goal is 10% BF at 185 lbs.

[SeaJules]

wow! you all are super inspiring and impressive. I'm so glad to have found you here on the net!

[armoured_amazon]

Story goes like this....

Wow, impressive.

Everyone in this thread is excellent!

[SeaJules]

I love this thread. You are all so inspirational! Pretty work!

[HowardsRock]

That last picture was on April 1, 2008. I've been bulking up nicely since that last picture. My next update in about 5 months should have a solid 15-20lbs more muscle that that last one.

Is this the same Chris@UGA as on Rivals.com? If so, thanks for the recommendation on Core ABCs as they have worked out great for me.

[T.Goins]

Hey you transformed your body, but what about your transforming your house?

[shaunmood]

I joined this forum just for this thread alone... Im apart of another BB forum... and I gotta say, this is purely motivational material. I have never been so impressed before.

Stuff like this needs to get alot more exposure to benefit America. Seriously.
If everyone who was out of shape knew that there was hope and could be shown... this country would be in better shape.

I believe this thread is made of stuff people need to get in the gym.

[shaunmood]

Almost forgot...

Craned - when was the first 'before' pic taken? Im assuming march.

[Brandon1986]

WOW! Amazing progress to everyone in this thread. This thread gave me the motivation I need to finish my cut. I will post my progress pictures when im done I have about 6 weeks left. I started out at 272lbs. and now im down to 200lbs. just trying to cut a little more bodyfat. Can't wait until I can post my pics. Once again congrats to everyone who posted their transformations in this thread amazing job.

[quiet1421]

I lost 113lbs since jan 2007 and now working on building muscle to one day compete. just wanna say keep motivating people like myself to be better!

[AntonioWright]

I lost 113lbs since jan 2007 and now working on building muscle to one day compete. just wanna say keep motivating people like myself to be better!

Impressive! WOW!

[CamKeo]

Good job bro, repped.

[DiMattia43]

Story goes like this. I was fat and knew I needed to get in shape. I drank too much, smoked too much and ate too much. I started walking on a daily basis and started to eat right. I cut out the sugar, ate whole grains and reduced my portion sizes. I also quit eating bar food. I used to hit the bar for 5 rum and cokes and a plate of fried cheese without batting an eye.

I set a goal to compete in a triathlon which I did. I lost about 50 lbs in 1 1/2 years. Problem was I lacked muscle and gained a little fat when I reduced my cardio after my tri.

That was last year in July (first frame in the 2nd pic.) I was about 184, 18-19% bf.

I started to work out at a gym and gained alot of newbie muscle and a little more fat and was sitting at 200 and 20% BF in January. (2nd frame.)

In April I hired a trainer from the gym that I admired, looked the way I wanted to look and was the same age as me. He taught me proper form, mind muscle connection and intensity and really fine tuned my diet (as long as I don't cheat!!)

In June I weighed 195 and 15%. (The last frame.) The goal is 10% BF at 185 lbs.

awesome progress man...awesome

[montanadadof3]

Great transformation!

Awesome idea for a thread. I've posted these in another thread but since you asked for participants:

February 4, 08': almost 270 lbs
May 12, 08': 199.4lbs (Lost 70lbs in 13.5 weeks)
Current Weight: 195.4lbs

Holy sh**! That is absolutely fantastic! You should be proud. I'd love to hear about your routines and diet. 13.5 weeks? That's just amazing.

[montanadadof3]

awesome progress man...awesome

Man, you're like a different person. O/T, but it's interesting how your hair got shorter as you progressed ... you look like Joey Lawrence in the last frame.

Great job!

[montanadadof3]

Wow! All those transformations are fantastic! Kudos to all for taking control of their bodies and most importantly, their health. I'm about a month in to my transformation, and the results are already showing. I'm at about 20% BF, 263lbs, 6'6". Started at about 275 at the end of May. I plan on posting my transformation pic on August 15th, and hoping to knock everyone's socks off. I'm on the following Supps:
Multivitamin
Omega Fish Oil Capsules
SuperPump 250
Green Tea (not the capsules)
Whey Protein
I'm at about 2400 cals/day, with virtually no salt (it's the devil!), and my average daily plan is as follows:
MORNING
1 whole egg, 7 egg whites
Banana
1/2 Cup Oats

MID/LATE MORING
Baked or grilled chicken Breast
orange
1 cup broccoli

LUNCH
Salmon or Tuna (mixed with nonfat mayo) on whole wheat bread
small sweet potato

LATE AFTERNOON
40 grms Whey Protein with water
Scoop of Peanut Butter

POST WORKOUT
40 grms Whey Protein with water or skim milk

DINNER
Chicken Breast with Spinach Greens and peppers
1 cup broccoli

LATE NIGHT
Tuna Fish with nonfat mayo and Jalapeno Peppers (zing!)

*Need to mix in some Almonds for good fats
*I've mix in a diet pepsi now and then. Most importantly, I drink a couple gallons of water a day.

All of your inspiring transformations are proof-positive that weight control is not about magic diet pills, or The Zone, Atkins, or thousands of crunches. It's a lifestlyle, and that lifestyle includes proper diet, strength training, and cardio for a healthy heart. Congratulations to all and I can't wait until August 15th when I'll post my 10 week transformation pics!

Thanks for starting this thread!

[Craned]

Almost forgot...

Craned - when was the first 'before' pic taken? Im assuming march.

Naw, it was taken a few years ago. March would be awesome!

[b.spencer]

Guys, I posted some updated pics on my pics thread. Don't wanna double post, so I put the link. Need some feedback.

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...#post189663661

PS - Great new avi Craned. Wish I could hold an F***ing Tan!!!

[seanf76]

i will post my pics when i am done gonna take before pic today

so much inspiration here

[TPower81]

Does anybody have any good cutting threads? I'm looking for a kick your a@# drop alotta weight thread before I start my bulking cycle again.

v-diet.

[Joseph61189]

Does anybody have any good cutting threads? I'm looking for a kick your a@# drop alotta weight thread before I start my bulking cycle again.

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=5899101

[U295]

damn, awesome progress everyone !

[2k5 Rex]

v-diet.

Oh... just the mention makes me cringe. That is one tough ass diet although it does work- I lost about 14lbs. in the four weeks i was on it... put maybe 2-3 back on the following week from water weight.

It did a damn good job of getting rid of my cravings. Just make sure you drink a ****load of water while you are on it. I was taking in 1.5-2 gallons each day and still felt dehydrated.

One of the nicest things about it is it's simplicity. There is no deciding what you are going to make- or even any work involved in preparing your meals. I measured all of my shakes for the week on a Sunday night, separated them for each day, then chugged my shakes every 3 hours.

[BuckSpin]

I lost 113lbs since jan 2007...

Lookin' good! Great job!!

[BuckSpin]

Holy sh**! That is absolutely fantastic! You should be proud. I'd love to hear about your routines and diet. 13.5 weeks? That's just amazing.

Thanks! It was (and continues to be) an amazing journey. PM me to remind me to send you a link to the BB post that has this info.

I'm up at 4am every morning now, making breakfast, working out. Just started a new 6 week cycle of splits & core. Heck, my nutritionist just UPPED my cals and specifically my fats & carbs. YEAH!!

I plan on adding to this thread in about 3 weeks in that it will be my 1/2 year "anniversary" of my 1st "Biggest Loser" class. I'll be curious as to what everyone has to say about my 6 month progress.

Yup, the shirt's coming off! LOL

[BossBrutha]

[ElayneTrakand]

Wow!!!!

[D@K]

HOLY $#%#^%%$$T^

wow man, just.. wow!



For everyone in this thread. Did u use diets such as the velocity diet or Keto?

[adityakunal]

hi guys......its really nice to c transformations......i m new to this and after seeing u all it will definitely give me boost to lose weight......just wann know few things....i got thread mill, cycle, 15lbs, & 20 lbs dumbles and http://i.walmartimages.com/i/p/00/04...55_500X500.jpg will dat be ok to start up loosing fat, n making chest n biceps ???? or do i've to join gym ???

thnx
adi

[newz-]

Holy ****...