**Transformations from FAT to FIT** Part 2

[QUOTE=Owlyx;1110704663]Alright guys, I've been around here, so some of you might know my progress. I started at 212 on May 1st, took my first pic after the water weight dropped during that first week, and haven't looked back! Before I get to the progress pics from day 1 to this past weekend, thought I'd share my last two Bod Pod results. On June 18th, a month and a half after initially starting at 212 lbs and who knows how much bf%, the Bod Pod measured me at 194.6 lbs, 24.9% bf, and 146.1 lbs of lean body mass. Today, the Bod Pod said 183.8 lbs, 17.3% bf, and 152.0 lbs of lean body mass! Here is the proof, as well as pics of my journey so far!

Great job!. I'm trying to locate a BodPod hear near Sacramento, Ca. How much did it cost?

[QUOTE=dwing;1110957003]Great job!. I'm trying to locate a BodPod hear near Sacramento, Ca. How much did it cost?[/QUOTE]

Thanks man. I have access to one for free - one of the perks of the job. Hope you can find one, at least!

Looking great! Nice work!

Love all the transformations! Here's mine guys. Started losing weight in 2007 and just now started lifting for real the past couple months. Everyone keep up the good work!

Started at 283, now at 181.

i'm new here well kind of. I was on here a long time ago and just got back at it recently. it is very motivating to see so many positive changes!! I figured I would add mine before I was 260 now currently 169. 24 more pounds to go!!! great job everyone!

Good job to all!

[QUOTE=poetperson17971;1111299943]i'm new here well kind of. I was on here a long time ago and just got back at it recently. it is very motivating to see so many positive changes!! I figured I would add mine before I was 260 now currently 169. 24 more pounds to go!!! great job everyone![/QUOTE]

Wow awesome good job keep it up

Still cutting, but here's my progress so far. Down from 238 lbs to 202lbs.

[QUOTE=Owlyx;1107716613]Good on you for finding motivation. Now, I might sound a little harsh, but I want to make sure you don't think supplements are the answer. The answer is your diet/nutrition along with the work you put in. And I tell you what buddy, you came to the right place to learn all about it. As you go along, I challenge you to make your fitness more and more personal and to derive your motivation more intrinsically. Another piece of advice: don't burn yourself out in the beginning while you're on this exciting high of making a change for yourself. Sometimes it will seem to progress faster than at other times. Good luck, keep learning, and keep working bro!

PS: there are many here that will scoff at the idea of eating "clean." IIFYM is something worth learning about, imo.[/QUOTE]

Thank you so much for this. I do understand that supplements are not a magic fix. Diet is just as important as exercise. That's why I'm doing as much research on clean eating and prepping meals ect. Recently I didn't pace myself and hurt my back a little. Lesson learned! Thanks for your advice and motivation. God Bless

[QUOTE=Shrobs187;1111440883]Wow awesome good job keep it up[/QUOTE]

thank you! Failure is not an option at this point :-)

So here's me at around 20 stone (not my fattest) and me a few months back tell me what you think dec 2010-2013

[QUOTE=Najentus;1111709683]So here's me at around 20 stone (not my fattest) and me a few months back tell me what you think dec 2010-2013[/QUOTE]

Huge improvement! Nice job man. +REP

About 1 1/2 year of work or so

Hey guys I'm back. As promised keeping everyone updated on my progress. Happy to say I'm nearing the end of my fat loss goals and will be clean bulking this winter with the hopes of putting on some lean mass!
Here are some photos.

Before:221 lbs-mid February 2013

Current:165-August 2013

This is my first post. I started my transformation mid March. In March I was 230 pounds. I recently was down to about 165 pounds, but wasn't feeling too good at that weight (now I'm 175 pounds). I didn't plan on transforming, just got back in the gym for first time in 13 years and got hooked. I still have a ways to go, but here's my update. Thanks to all that have posted previously and inspired me throughout, even though I never posted.

[QUOTE=bcbirks;1111266793]Love all the transformations! Here's mine guys. Started losing weight in 2007 and just now started lifting for real the past couple months. Everyone keep up the good work!

Started at 283, now at 181.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Najentus;1111709683]So here's me at around 20 stone (not my fattest) and me a few months back tell me what you think dec 2010-2013[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=FutureGladiator;1111817483]About 1 1/2 year of work or so[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=kiloh;1111977123]Hey guys I'm back. As promised keeping everyone updated on my progress. Happy to say I'm nearing the end of my fat loss goals and will be clean bulking this winter with the hopes of putting on some lean mass!
Here are some photos.

Before:221 lbs-mid February 2013

Current:165-August 2013[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=jmh0203;1112170633]This is my first post. I started my transformation mid March. In March I was 230 pounds. I recently was down to about 165 pounds, but wasn't feeling too good at that weight (now I'm 175 pounds). I didn't plan on transforming, just got back in the gym for first time in 13 years and got hooked. I still have a ways to go, but here's my update. Thanks to all that have posted previously and inspired me throughout, even though I never posted.[/QUOTE]

Great Job to everyone, the hard work is paying off.

I was 249 pounds on April 16th, 2013. 3.5 months later, I am down 35 pounds to 214. My profile picture is a before/after side by side (since I don't believe I can post images yet). I am about half way to my goal.

Great work, Owlyx!

Just continue :) I need a test myself to get an accurate fat percentage :)

[QUOTE=FutureGladiator;1111817483]About 1 1/2 year of work or so[/QUOTE]

Phenomenal job! Care to share about what you did?

Is this a descent progress in 8 months? I know i know my shirt is on but it was just a pic I snapped at the gym tonight.

Before i was 250lbs+ now i'm a stronger 227lbs. I'm working on a complete transformation. 6 times at the gym during the week; 5 day split, half hour cardio a day, carbs and protein galore.

Thank you.

[QUOTE=ugly2studly;1112627843]Is this a descent progress in 8 months? I know i know my shirt is on but it was just a pic I snapped at the gym tonight.

Before i was 250lbs+ now i'm a stronger 227lbs. I'm working on a complete transformation. 6 times at the gym during the week; 5 day split, half hour cardio a day, carbs and protein galore.

Thank you.[/QUOTE]
Looks like a great job to me!

I'm trying to do the same, but I'm a long ways from an after picture yet.

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First pic is 16 month transformation, second is a month or so ago. Want to be 9-10% by mid next year currently bit below 19%

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First pic is 16 month transformation, second is a month or so ago. Want to be 9-10% by mid next year currently bit below 19%[/QUOTE]

Excellent work, what was your weight at the start dude?

[QUOTE=mayweather13;1113371093]Excellent work, what was your weight at the start dude?[/QUOTE]

Didn't weigh myself at the start but may last year I was 127.7 would have lost at least 10kg I reckon from 1/12.

Two long years of working my ASS off! Went from 300 to 215. Its all worth it boys and girls, I promise! If you want something bad enough, go ****ing get it! Still don't have the body I want and I have left over fat/loose skin I need to try to get rid of, hopefully it fills out with a clean bulk. Feel free to ask questions/make suggestions and keep lifting!

[QUOTE=FutureGladiator;1111817483]About 1 1/2 year of work or so[/QUOTE]

wow thats amazing.. how much weight did you lose

In, will be posting here in a few months!

First of all I like to give my congrats to all you guys who have worked so hard to transform their bodies :)

When I reached 189 Ibs I decided enough was enough and went on a high protein / low far diet that day. After 3 months, I started hitting the weights (last time I was lifting was 25 years ago, I looked good then and had abs, but my life got busy and stopped training and got fat).

Here is a pic, but its not from day one as I just didn't want to see my fat body at that point (now, kinda wish I had a pic though). The first pic is after I had lost about 10 Ibs.

Hey everyone, for starters I wanted to congratulate everyone who has taken the time to change for the better and transform not just their bodies but their lives as well. I also know what it is like to make this kind of change. I started off at 360lbs and am now at 220lbs and still dropping. I will soon post pictures.

I wanted to know if there was anyone in the Miami or South Florida area, who would like to participate in an inspirational and motivational documentary about transforming from Fat to Fit.

I am also a graduate from Full Sail University with a Bachelors of Science in Film and I am in the process of putting together this documentary, which will include myself and my journey in the transformation process. I am looking for a few other people who would love to take part in this project and who are conscious that it is solemnly inspirational and motivational.

The process, the change, the desire and the journey is so important to me that I wanted to show others much like some of you have also already done, that transforming your body and changing your life is possible.

If you're interested please don't hesitate to contact me via message right here on bodybuilding.com or you can reach out to my personal email as well [email]oeandrade@gmail.com[/email].

I hope to hear from some of you soon and keep up the amazing progresses everyone!

Cheers!!!!!

Does anyone have any advice on where to start? Like what foods, calories and workouts? Sorry if I posted in the wrong place, but this thread has gave me great motivation to transform.

[QUOTE=iDann;1113885793]Does anyone have any advice on where to start? Like what foods, calories and workouts? Sorry if I posted in the wrong place, but this thread has gave me great motivation to transform.[/QUOTE]

Start with the simple, obvious stuff: no cakes, pies, super-high carb meals (i.e. pasta, mac&cheese, bread), and soda.

Started December 1st at 285 pounds... heaviest i have ever been... jumped on the scale and said i need a change... weight my self this morning after a a 9 months of diet and exercise down to 236.4.... have added 100lbs to my bench:) looking to get to under 200 but we will see how it goes ... hasnt been easy... one of my side goals is to ride 1000 miles on the exercise bike...currently at 624 miles

I cut out cola, cake and choc bars and ate 5 times a day. I ate mostly (still do for that matter) chicken, tuna, lean ham or other meats, almonds, cashews, yogurt, cottage cheese and low fat milk. Basically a low fat & high protein diet.

Good luck

[QUOTE=dwalker510;839334461]from 260 down to 219. wanna hit 205.[/QUOTE]

update. finally hit 205. trying hard for the 6 pac.

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[QUOTE=dwalker510;1114043453]update. finally hit 205. trying hard for the 6 pac.

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Wow, that's some good work man! Not too far away now. (:

[QUOTE=STUART1963;1113899413]I cut out cola, cake and choc bars and ate 5 times a day. I ate mostly (still do for that matter) chicken, tuna, lean ham or other meats, almonds, cashews, yogurt, cottage cheese and low fat milk. Basically a low fat & high protein diet.

Good luck[/QUOTE]

Why? Do you plan on abstaining from all of your foods for the rest of your life? If not, you are setting yourself for one pretty epic overeating period.

"Start with the simple, obvious stuff: no cakes, pies, super-high carb meals (i.e. pasta, mac&cheese, bread), and soda."

Not simple or obvious; those foods have energy like all other foods and they can have a place in your diet (whether you're bulking, cutting, or maintaining) if you so choose.

[QUOTE=iDann;1113885793]Does anyone have any advice on where to start? Like what foods, calories and workouts? Sorry if I posted in the wrong place, but this thread has gave me great motivation to transform.[/QUOTE]

Start with heading over to the losing fat section and read the stickies there. They will give you all the basics you need for a safe and efficient fat loss. Next head over to the workout program section and look up Starting Strength, Beginners all pro, Ice Cream Fitness 5x5 etc. they are great and efficient full body workouts 3x a week for a beginner (first year of training).

I've posted here in the past, just checking in with newest progress pic. Great job everyone.

[img]http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r21/bmaczuga/Fat/progression2011.jpg[/img]

[img]http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r21/bmaczuga/Fat/8-2013_zps28560758.png[/img]

Left pic is about 4 years ago after I lost the initial 100 lbs, right is yesterday.

Wow you guys are awesome. I'm nowhere near the losses and gains you guys had, but eventually I'll get there, and muster up the courage to post here too. mad props guys, keep it up.

Hey guys, first of all I just wanted to say that you guys are amazing and very inspirational, i have been looking at these forums for a few months now and finally decided to stop lurking and get involved. This thread in particular is astonishing in every way, the way some of you have transformed is mind blowing and very motivating, and one day id like to be able to say i inspired people to change their life as you did mine.

So heres my story, I have always been pretty big but after my dad died when I was 9 years old I really just let my self go.. Not using that as an excuse i know its my own fault that i let my self get that way.
I played football all growing up and was fairly active, but my eating habits where down right disgusting ( fast food multiple times a day and not just one item like 4-5, 9+sodas a day...ya disgusting and VERY unhealthy) Being as big as I was it led me to be very depressed and very shy I didnt like doing a lot of things cause i always thought of my self as "that fat kid" and couldn't do things like all my friends.
Through most of my younger years between age 13-15 i stayed around 215-220 granted back then i was maybe 5'5. during my jr and senior year of high school is when i got to my lowest point i have been in my life. at 5'11 on a good day i was clocking in at a disgusting 245-250 at my heaviest, needless to say i had 0 self-esteem. The past few years since I graduated I have been making changes, most as of lately but some right after highschool. Up until just a few months ago i was still at 245 and fat and disgusting but had a lot more muscle then I did in high school. This past year has been the year that I have decided to make the change and change my life for good. I started Lifting weights monday-friday but doing no cardio and only eating decently. After spring break (march 2013) i really decided to take it up a notch, lifted monday-friday still but I added in cardio in the morning (5 miles walk/jog) and started seeing rapid weight loss (from 235-225 in around 2-3 months) and then the worst thing that could have happened happened... I ended up snapping my radius and bending it backwards.. after the injury I lost all my motivation cause I couldn't work out anymore.. i got extremely depressed and felt like all my progress was gone, ended up eating my depression away by going back to fast food, suprsingly I didnt gain any weight stayed around 222-225 but lost a very noticeable amount of tone. Since then I have finally got my cast and metal out of my arm and am back to working out 5 days a week again and am loving every second of it. I got my cast off july 11th started working out about 2 weeks later, started around 224 after my injury and am now down to 214 (which is the lowest I have been at since as long as I can remember (great feeling!) I was taking shred matrix by muscle pharm and saw noticeable results was very happy with it, also am on a strict diet (kind of) around 1500 cals a day no fast food no pop almost strictly chicken breast and fish and veggies. I am again lifting Monday through Friday but only lightly as im not even supposed to be lifting for another 5 weeks says the doctor but i cant wait any longer. Also After work everyday I go on a walk/jog for 3 miles usually takes me between 27-32 mins to complete. I then go to the gym later in the day and run a fast paced mile (8:20sec) which is not that impressive but in high school I ran a 13 min mile so its a huge change for me. I just started my new stack today (Adrenalize, and omega shred) so we will see how this turns out. My goal is to get to 200lbs no later then my birthday (12-4) and by spring break I want to be at 185, its a stretch but I think i can do it and looking through your pictures only motivates me so I want to thank you all. Also id love any tips or anything that could help me out im going to be active on this fourm daily now watching and posting. Also if some one could tell me how to post pictures id like to post some to get some feedback cause im very hard on my self and get down easy because I dont see the changes in my body I hear it multiple times a day from people on how amazing i look compared to high school, but deep down I still feel like that fat pudgy kid I grew to hate when I was younger and If i could post pictures and se what people who don't know me think I think that would really motivate me. Again I just want to say thank you guys for all the motivation you guys truly are my Inspiration and I mean that 100%. But ya if some one could help me post some pictures id love to here your guys feedback/tips.

[QUOTE=LightsOut06;1090577623]

Fat to small. Still trying to find shredded.[/QUOTE]
Great progress man! very motivating to me, I feel like I am currently around the same type of body type you where in your before so it shows it can be done!

Here is my 4 year update. I was on the other thread years ago but have lost touch but did not forget to workout and diet. I want to show others that change can happen and will come with hard work and patience. Good luck to all in the journey !!


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[QUOTE=bmaczuga;1114219143]I've posted here in the past, just checking in with newest progress pic. Great job everyone.

[img]http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r21/bmaczuga/Fat/progression2011.jpg[/img]

[img]http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r21/bmaczuga/Fat/8-2013_zps28560758.png[/img]

Left pic is about 4 years ago after I lost the initial 100 lbs, right is yesterday.[/QUOTE]

amazing

Just fiund this tread,amazing transformations!!

Obviously ,I mean "found"

I'm not sure if I can post this here since I wasn't really "fat" however my bodyfat was ~16% maybe.

Here's my transformation picture. I stopped working out after these 4.5 months because holidays started and I didn't have my school gym.
Therefore I didn't make any more progress since last month. Will start working out again next week when holidays are over.

[img]http://img713.imageshack.us/img713/1677/tkff.jpg[/img]

Probably one of the strongest transformations around?

I've only been at it for a month, but really enjoying it and would like to show my progress................

was super fit in my late teens early 20's, then after 10yrs decided I wanted to go back to playing rugby.

I had balooned upto 18st, so dieted down to 17st,found this site, then have been eating healthy while working out for the last month

edit: the weight in the July pick is actually wrong.....it should read 239lbs (sorry)

[QUOTE=cdeez;819141301]good stuff teezlr. man, i can only hope to look like that when i get to the 190s.[/QUOTE]
Thank You

[QUOTE=joseph33012;1114718663]Here is my 4 year update. I was on the other thread years ago but have lost touch but did not forget to workout and diet. I want to show others that change can happen and will come with hard work and patience. Good luck to all in the journey !!


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Keep at it! Awesome work!

[QUOTE=teezlr;1115130813]Keep at it! Awesome work![/QUOTE]

It seems that the finish line get further as you get closer...But the goal is to never stop trying....Thanks for the positive feedback !!