Tired of being fat... are these good goals?

[Anonymous]

I've been fat all my life and I'm just sick and tired of being fat. I want to be beautiful and before you say everyone is beautiful in their own way or some stupid shit like that, the truth of the matter is fat is not beautiful. It's ugly. At least it makes me feel ugly.

So here's the plan. For now I workout on weekends because that's all I have time for. An hour or two a day. Eating OMAD (one meal a day) not to exceed 1000 cals a day.

I know that's extreme eating or lackthereof but I am at a high weight and need to get the weight off as soon as possible.

I am trying to be small in 2024. I have over 100lbs to lose.

[BoopBoopBeep]

I'm proud of you. I used to be very, very overweight when I was a kid. I just did a half marathon carrying 34lbs, so when you feel like it's sucking, remember it'll get better. That said, you're plans a little flawed.

You'll want to target a minimum of 1200 calories. Less than that and you risk cannibalizing muscle tissue for protein INSTEAD of burning fat, because that's easier and preferable for your body to do. Then you just end up skinnyfat and that's not hot either. Make sure you're getting enough protein to support your weight lifting, which you'll be doing in order to build lean muscle, as that will result in a higher level of basic metabolic burn (1lb of muscle burns more calories just sitting there doing nothing than 1lb of fat). With real weights not that silly little pink 3lb ist your mom uses at thai chi in the park. Your cardio isn't going to accomplish much at first because you'll have to build up to a significant routine. If you were super active already you'd likely not be all that fat, so I'm going to assume that's the case. I'm a huge fan of rucking, because it's only slightly harder on the joints than walking but can result in huge hourly caloric burn WHILE building calf and leg muscles, but you do whatever you're comfortable with doing. The best workout is the one you do.

100lbs in 18 months is 5.5lbs/month. That's healthily doable. That's also doable in a great many unhealthy ways, so don't pick those. One because... unhealthy... but mainly they don't have lasting effects anyway. I've been fit for over 30 years since losing my weight and the yo-yo ist never happened because i did it the right way, made the necessary lifestyle and mindset changes and I put in the work. If you're not drenched in sweat 5+days a week you're doing something wrong. Don't train through injuries, but if something hurts train something else today. When you miss a day don't beat yourself up just get right back in and get to it.

I'm proud of you. You're going to make it. It's going to be awesome, and even when the path sucks know that one day you'll look back on it and think well that was fun. I never want to do it again, but there's something to be proud of.

[Asker]

Thanks! What you said here is very motivating and I will do just that! Also congrats on the weight loss and keeping it off for that many years!

[BoopBoopBeep]

I still eat whatever I want. I just changed what I want. About twice a year I'll get a 6-pack of oreos to dip in coffee because that's my guilty pleasure, but that'll last three days.

I like ice cream, but I only eat Ice Cream Factory. 0 added sugars (that's a big one) and 0 sat fat, 3 servings per container, but I make it 4 or 5 servings. Even the cardiology team I go to is like well F it... have at it.

When I was big and my friend invited me to do stuff I always had to worry about can I do it. I mean literally is that something which logistically I can accomplish. They're going rock climbing and I can't support my body weight, so that's out. Hiking this weekend... hmmm... how far? How big are the hills? When you get to the point that you don't have to care anymore because the default answer is "yes I can do that" it's the best feeling in the world. Not to mention you'll have men lining up to get your attention because women that can join them in their activities is hot. Another reason not to be skinnyfat. Nobody likes hanging out with the chick that's always taking breaks whether she's 350 or 105.

Find the picture of you that you hate the most. Keep it so 18 months from now you can see how far you've come. Then come back and tell me how much you loved the feeling of completing your first marathon.

[Asker]

Ok I'll do just that! Thanks again!

[Coden7]

Figure out how many calories you burn a day, then eat to create a calorie negative intake. Eat as early as you can so you have the whole day to burn the energy. You got this

[kylee2437]

If you are really serious about it, then you should get into contact with a health professional because this lifestyle adjustment may not be particularly healthy for you depending on circumstances

[Asker]

I could do that.

[Nikki1989]

It can be done. I lost half of my body weight over the course of 2 years. You just have to be determined and stick to a plan.

[Asker]

Wow congrats on the weight loss!

[Nikki1989]

Thanks. I keep the old photos of myself as a reminder to never going back to my bad eating habits.

[Asker]

That's good that you do that. I will probably do the same once I drop all the weight!

[BeMuse]

You're not likely to lose a 100 LB in 6 months. 1000 calories a day is very hard to maintain. I don't know your weight/height but 1600-1800 calories a day is generally a lot more doable. Exercising only 2 days a week isn't the greatest though... You really got to keep your metabolism up and exercise for 5 to 6 days a week even if it's like a 30 minute fast walk. Do something like that and you'll likely drop 50-60 LB over a year. With realistic goals it will come off if you are consistent. If you make it too challenging for yourself, chances are you'll give up.

[Asker]

Ok thanks for your advice! I will try to do the 5-6 days a week for 30 mins and eat at least 1600 cals a day.

[Anonymous]

I suggest you get a doctors opinion before you start your diet, and include lots of exercise too. Just take things slow and don't hurt yourself.

[Asker]

Ok thanks! I will do that!

[Opinion Owner]

Your welcome and good luck.

[Anonymous]

You got this 💪 just don't let yourself get discouraged and keep at it

[In_Trance]

good luck

[Asker]

Thanks