[NSFW] What would it take / how much more can I expect to improve my physique?

My stats are in my flair but just in case someone doesn’t see them, I’m 40/male, 5’8”, 157 lbs with 100 lbs lost. I run or cycle daily and am a (mildly) competitive runner. I’ve done minimal weight training.

As you can see, despite being back in “normal” weight territory, I still have quite a bit of residual fat and/or loose skin in my chest and lower abdominal areas. I’m practically in maintenance mode at this point, having only lost 3.6 lbs in the last 3 months, and am only expecting to lose 2-3 lbs more.

I’d be interested in hearing from guys here who have started in a similar place as me, or anyone else who might know. What, if anything, would it take to get rid of most or all of what remains (with loose skin understandably still being there)? Is additional weight loss needed to resolve this or should I be spending more time at the gym?

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Little milestones and a tipping point

I've had a couple of little things happen to me over the past few days that are starting to make me feel like my progress isn't just having a body that weighs less, but instead a meaningful, satisfying transformation of myself. My weight loss strategy more or less ignores calorie counting (I think I have an intuitive sense for how many calories are in most foods, but I'm not making any effort to log what I eat or what I burn) and instead focuses on combining hard workouts with eating only at meals and not drinking calories. I run, I bike, I go to awful studio classes that make me feel like I'm going to throw up and die; in general, I really like hard cardio and tend to go chasing after whatever endorphins I can get wherever I can get them. I recently had a really good day (I have a really supportive friend who helped me out a lot and reaffirmed our relationship), which translated into an incredible workout -- half an hour at ~18 mph on a bike immediately followed by a mile run where I just kept speeding up. At the end of the run, I maintained almost 8 mph for about a minute (that doesn't sound like much, probably, but I _never_ thought I was capable of it) and essentially opened up the throttle on my legs and went all out. I was a sweaty, panting mess afterwards, but it felt so fucking incredible (and the endorphin high was amazing). This is probably the first time I've ever really felt proud of what my body can do when I push hard, and it was an amazing feeling that I want to repeat as often as possible and also makes all of my hard work finally feel like it's worth it.

I also recently crossed the 30 pounds lost threshold (which feels like a huge milestone for some reason) and promised myself a while ago that I'd buy some new clothes because I'd probably have something closer to a "normal" body at 225. I knew it was coming, so I preemptively signed up for Stitch Fix and had a box come today. Most of my clothes were baggy when I bought them and now just hang off of nothing, but everything sent to me was tight and fitted and honestly looked really good. For the first time in a long time, I'm starting to believe that someone somewhere could likely think I'm physically attractive, which works wonders for my confidence! Even though I still have love handles that I hate and a bit of a belly, I'm really starting to look and feel good and people are noticing.

If you're wavering at all about your own journey, this is the kind of stuff you have to look forward to! It's amazing and it's been a total 180 of my personality and outlook over the last 12 months, and while it's been incredibly hard and often disruptive to the rest of my life, prioritizing myself and my health for once is really starting to pay off.

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Weight loss with two little ones, a full-time job, picky husband/child, and a busy life

I just need some words of advice from those who have been there and done it. Not criticism or to be chastised from those who haven't.

I'm expecting my second child in a couple weeks. I'll have a very picky 3.5 year old, and a newborn who I'll hopefully breastfeed for a year, and a very picky husband who doesn't cook anything.

My goal is to lose around 50-70 lbs in the year following the baby's birth, primarily through diet but if I can get to the gym twice or three times a week down the line (after I trim some of this baggage) for a spin class I'll be ecstatic.

I've lost weight before, multiple times. Lots of it. I've crash dieted. I've obsessed and then regained. Binged my way back. There's a psychological thing going on that I need to fix while losing healthfully and reasonably.

Just want to know if anyone has tips for what I can do to do this correctly this time and while managing a family, a sometimes demanding full-time job, a husband whose job is very demanding, a home that always needs cleaning, and a large extended family whose events seem to take up our entire, incredibly busy weekends.

Should I get a couple SkinnyTaste cookbooks and just go from there? Should I bother tracking, or just portion control? I'll have 18 weeks after baby's born before I return to work, then my husband will have 8 weeks leave, so there will be time for both of us to prep dinner in advance and reheat in the evening, and have leftovers for lunches, etc. Just send your ideas and advice my way!

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After 3 years of weight loss I'm so excited to start lean bulking for the first time! SW(280lbs) GW(180lbs) CW(165lbs)

Hello fellow pound shredders,

Something I would've never thought possible has finally arrived. It took me 3 years of ups and downs, many lifestyle changes and a lot of blood, sweat and tears, but I can proudly say that's it's time to gain some pounds again.

All my life I ate and ate without a care in the world. Slowly but blindly watching the pounds increase as I went from a young kid to a full fledged adult. I felt soo much sadness, but was too lazy, scared and depressed to make a change. I was born fat I believed. Nothing I would do would change anything. My joints hurt, carrying around another human with me everyday. I couldn't do the things I wanted to do: my insecurities wouldn't let me.

As a way to cope I ate. It made me feel good and secure, but that feeling would fade quickly after the food had disappeared. I knew I had to change, but where would I even start?

It took a hard reality check to turn me into the right direction. And finally I have reached the end. I gained my life back, my confidence, my ability to enjoy activities I couldn't before.

Im now working on my physique. I love to workout now, to see how far I can push myself. I feel more motivated than ever to hit the gym.

I hope to reach my goal in February. After that's its back to cutting again. However, I'm not sad about it, I'm excited!

To everyone who is starting, still doing or redoing their weightloss journey, keep going strong!!

Much love to everyone on this sub battling themselves on a daily basis. Its a lifelong commitment, but I promise you it's worth it every step of the way.

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Light Protein Packed Spinach Dip Recipe

Try this updated and light version of Spinach Artichoke Dip. It’s protein packed thanks to the secret ingredient: cottage cheese made with Real California Milk. And it’s super easy to make in the slow cooker! This family friendly recipe is full of vegetables and delicious California dairy. You won’t miss the unhealthy restaurant version thanks […]

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My go-to 28-day weight loss program specifically for women!!

Hi guys! I've been reading posts here for a very long time, never posted myself so this is a first! I absolutely love this community. It's always so motivating. For the past months I've been following a weightloss 28-day program on repeat and I wanted to share because I actually lost 43 pounds. Now maybe it doesn't seem like much for some of you but for me it's good for me because weightloss has always been very difficult so this is huge for me. Nonetheless here it is for those interested https://mmini.me/CinderellaSolutionWeightLossJC . I really wanted to share this because I was just really surprised... It's designed specifically for women and it was founded by Carly Donovan. SO there are 2 phases Ignite Phase and Launch Phase it combines types of food which help women lose weight and reduce excess fat. Anywayy I hope everyone had an amazing day, if you've tried this program please tell me! and tell me if you plan on trying it!

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My First Plateau Post

So, when I started my weight loss Journey, at 285 lb (probably higher, but it took a few days for my scale to arrive) on March 29, I set out with a few things in mind.

1. I would not count calories until I had to.
2. I would be content with where I was at long before my ultimate goal.
3. I would stop and rest when I hit my first plateau even if it happened at 250 lb.

So, I proceeded with those thoughts, and made a lot of lifestyle changes along the way.

• I started walking daily (4km) in June.
• I gradually switched to a Mediterranean/Flexitarian diet in July
• I started running in August.
• I started indoor Rock Climbing in September.
• I am planning to run a Triathlon next June.

At 210 lb, it seams that I may have hit my first plateau. I won't call it a plateau for at least two more weeks, but I am pretty sure its that. I look good, and feel good, and I am in the best shape I have been in since I was a kid. I have been really good with points 1 and 2, but I am debating about point 3 still. I am pretty sure if I start tracking and counting my calories, I can get it moving again, and possibly meet my December 31 goal of 205 lb. It would really be cool to weigh what I did in 1999. On the other hand, giving my brain a chance to catch up to my weight might also be a good thing, and to have some real practice at maintenance under my belt would make going all the way to 185 lb a little less daunting.

Anyway, just writing down my thoughts. Happy to be where I am.

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