Well, I didn't quite make it to my 1 year goal. I wanted to get down to 185 by May 1st but I'm stuck at 187 at the moment. I'm definitely not sweating that though. As you can see from the pics, I have done a hell of a job shedding the fat. The picture on the left in the first side by side, I was right around 245. I think I posted that pic once before in the past and said it was 227, but that was an error. In the second side by side (the front view), I was more like 227 in THAT pic, which was about 3 months into my cut. I know, I should have kept more accurate records, but I'm bad about that. At least I do have the pics...LOL. That's 58 lbs in a year and 10.1" off my waist!!! I know I could have probably done better, but I've been taking it slow and steady and enjoying my life along the way. I'm in no race to get to where I want to be. I think cutting so slow has allowed me to retain most of my muscle mass as well. I know I don't have a lot of it, but I think I will look pretty damn good once I get to 12%. If you have any questions on how I've gotten this far, ask away.
My plan now is to continue cutting throughout the summer and get down to 10-12% BF. Once I get there, I will begin bulking through the winter. Where would y'all say my BF% is right now? Not that it matters. I'm just curious.
Thanks to all of you who have given my guidance thus far.
Stats
Weight: 245 Lbs - 187 Lbs
Waist: 44" - 33.9"
Pants Size: 42s - 32s
245-187
227-187
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05-01-2014, 04:30 AM #1I'd rather be riding!
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The difference a year can make (pics).
Beginning Weight (1/13/2013)- 245
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05-01-2014, 04:34 AM #2Cutting
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Good job son! On spread.
Started in April, 2013 at 212 lbs. Completely inactive at the time. Fat with zero muscle mass.
Before/After Thread at the end of my first cut (April '13 - October '13 - 6 mos): http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=157820563
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05-01-2014, 04:35 AM #3Registered User
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You're roughly around 18-20% BF. Fantastic job so far keep it up man!
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05-01-2014, 04:37 AM #4
Great job brother. I'd estimate you anywhere from 18-21%.
Repped."He who is not courageous enough to take risks will accomplish nothing in life." - Muhammad Ali
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05-01-2014, 04:40 AM #5I'd rather be riding!
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Thanks brothers! Yeah, I was thinkin my guesstimate of 15% was a little in the clouds. I'm happy with where I am regardless of BF%. I look a hell of a lot better than I did before!
Beginning Weight (1/13/2013)- 245
"Never forget what you are. The rest of the world will not. Wear it like armor and it can never be used to hurt you." -Tyrion Lannister
"Death created time to grow the things it would kill." -Rust Cohle
5 reason you may not be losing weight/have hit a plateau. http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=160842471
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05-01-2014, 04:46 AM #6Registered User
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That's dedication! Good job OP!
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05-01-2014, 04:47 AM #7I'd rather be riding!
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Where would y'all say my BF% started out at? High 30s. I was saying 20s back then...LMAO. Head in the clouds again. It's crazy how much you can lie to yourself when over weight.
Beginning Weight (1/13/2013)- 245
"Never forget what you are. The rest of the world will not. Wear it like armor and it can never be used to hurt you." -Tyrion Lannister
"Death created time to grow the things it would kill." -Rust Cohle
5 reason you may not be losing weight/have hit a plateau. http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=160842471
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05-01-2014, 04:50 AM #8Registered User
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Before you were around 36-38% BF.Originally Posted by sourmash1973
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05-01-2014, 04:52 AM #9Registered User
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05-01-2014, 05:01 AM #10I'd rather be riding!
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That's what I was thinking. Thanks for the input.Originally Posted by sevenhm
Beginning Weight (1/13/2013)- 245
"Never forget what you are. The rest of the world will not. Wear it like armor and it can never be used to hurt you." -Tyrion Lannister
"Death created time to grow the things it would kill." -Rust Cohle
5 reason you may not be losing weight/have hit a plateau. http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=160842471
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05-01-2014, 05:02 AM #11I'd rather be riding!
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Thanks manOriginally Posted by nortonplus
Beginning Weight (1/13/2013)- 245
"Never forget what you are. The rest of the world will not. Wear it like armor and it can never be used to hurt you." -Tyrion Lannister
"Death created time to grow the things it would kill." -Rust Cohle
5 reason you may not be losing weight/have hit a plateau. http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=160842471
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05-01-2014, 05:25 AM #12Maintenance Mode
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Respect on that discipline! I'm sure it was a constant grind. The 10-12% range is the same deal- now you know what to do.
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05-01-2014, 05:30 AM #13I'd rather be riding!
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Thanks and yep, nothing is stopping me now!Originally Posted by TheLongRun
Beginning Weight (1/13/2013)- 245
"Never forget what you are. The rest of the world will not. Wear it like armor and it can never be used to hurt you." -Tyrion Lannister
"Death created time to grow the things it would kill." -Rust Cohle
5 reason you may not be losing weight/have hit a plateau. http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=160842471
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05-01-2014, 05:33 AM #14
Good job, remember when you first started.
Glad to see you've stuck with it
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05-01-2014, 05:39 AM #15I'd rather be riding!
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Yeah, I was a little naive back then. But aren't we all in the beginning. Still have quite a long road to get where want to be, but at least I know how to travel it now.Originally Posted by tara19
Good job, remember when you first started.
Glad to see you've stuck with itBeginning Weight (1/13/2013)- 245
"Never forget what you are. The rest of the world will not. Wear it like armor and it can never be used to hurt you." -Tyrion Lannister
"Death created time to grow the things it would kill." -Rust Cohle
5 reason you may not be losing weight/have hit a plateau. http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=160842471
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05-01-2014, 05:48 AM #16I'd rather be riding!
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One other stat I forgot to add. Best stat of all!
Blood Pressure: 160s/90s to 100s/70sBeginning Weight (1/13/2013)- 245
"Never forget what you are. The rest of the world will not. Wear it like armor and it can never be used to hurt you." -Tyrion Lannister
"Death created time to grow the things it would kill." -Rust Cohle
5 reason you may not be losing weight/have hit a plateau. http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=160842471
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05-01-2014, 05:51 AM #17Haha, most people are.Originally Posted by sourmash1973
Congrats on the BP too. Amazing to see the health benefits
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05-01-2014, 06:33 AM #18I'd rather be riding!
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I did some calculating and I think my next goal will be 170 Lbs. I will re-evaluate once I reach that goal. 17 Lbs shouldn't be too terrible to lose.
Beginning Weight (1/13/2013)- 245
"Never forget what you are. The rest of the world will not. Wear it like armor and it can never be used to hurt you." -Tyrion Lannister
"Death created time to grow the things it would kill." -Rust Cohle
5 reason you may not be losing weight/have hit a plateau. http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=160842471
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05-01-2014, 07:19 AM #19On my way
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Props to you.
Great job with the weight loss.View my progress at http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=154724503
Eventually you learn that the competition is against the little voice inside you that wants you to quit." - George Sheehan
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05-01-2014, 07:22 AM #20I'd rather be riding!
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Thanks bro!Originally Posted by Mainer215
Beginning Weight (1/13/2013)- 245
"Never forget what you are. The rest of the world will not. Wear it like armor and it can never be used to hurt you." -Tyrion Lannister
"Death created time to grow the things it would kill." -Rust Cohle
5 reason you may not be losing weight/have hit a plateau. http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=160842471
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05-01-2014, 08:57 AM #21achieved bro status
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Holy transformation!
Well done!Sheriff John Brown always hated me
For what I don't know
Every time I plant a seed
He said kill them before they grow
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05-01-2014, 09:08 AM #22I'd rather be riding!
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LOL...Thanks!Originally Posted by discdoggie
Holy transformation!
Well done!Beginning Weight (1/13/2013)- 245
"Never forget what you are. The rest of the world will not. Wear it like armor and it can never be used to hurt you." -Tyrion Lannister
"Death created time to grow the things it would kill." -Rust Cohle
5 reason you may not be losing weight/have hit a plateau. http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=160842471
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05-01-2014, 09:15 AM #23
Good job man. Going to be interesting to see what 10-12% looks like, seems you have managed to keep a pretty decent base of lean mass.
My story going from obese to fit while battling daily chronic headaches:
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=155566013&p=1104734533#post1104734533
Summer shred 2015. -final updated posted Sept. 19.
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=167135911
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05-01-2014, 09:27 AM #24Registered User
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Well done fella, very inspiring!
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05-01-2014, 09:29 AM #25I'd rather be riding!
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Yeah, that's what I was hoping to achieve by cutting so slowly. I've seen so many rush it and lose mass. Didn't wanna be in that group.Originally Posted by Znik
Beginning Weight (1/13/2013)- 245
"Never forget what you are. The rest of the world will not. Wear it like armor and it can never be used to hurt you." -Tyrion Lannister
"Death created time to grow the things it would kill." -Rust Cohle
5 reason you may not be losing weight/have hit a plateau. http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=160842471
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05-01-2014, 09:31 AM #26I'd rather be riding!
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Thank you!Originally Posted by goldcoast1
Beginning Weight (1/13/2013)- 245
"Never forget what you are. The rest of the world will not. Wear it like armor and it can never be used to hurt you." -Tyrion Lannister
"Death created time to grow the things it would kill." -Rust Cohle
5 reason you may not be losing weight/have hit a plateau. http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=160842471
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05-01-2014, 11:22 AM #27Hiding otter mode
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Impressive work man! All that hard work as paid off!
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05-01-2014, 11:28 AM #28Forever Recomping
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great job man. I want to be like yo when i grow up! Giving me more fuel to push for 190!
EDIT: Oh snap! I'm off spread! Repped!
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05-01-2014, 11:37 AM #29I'd rather be riding!
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LOL...Yeah it was a glorious day when I dropped below 200. Even more glorious when I dropped below 190. Now, to drop below 180!!!Originally Posted by kureransu
Beginning Weight (1/13/2013)- 245
"Never forget what you are. The rest of the world will not. Wear it like armor and it can never be used to hurt you." -Tyrion Lannister
"Death created time to grow the things it would kill." -Rust Cohle
5 reason you may not be losing weight/have hit a plateau. http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=160842471
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05-01-2014, 11:41 AM #30Registered User
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WHOA WHOA WHOOOOAAAA, hold up OP, I'd give my left teste to finally hit 180, just has to be 180 at 8% nomsaiyan?Originally Posted by sourmash1973
Good job bro, keep up the hard work.
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