Down 25+ lbs in ~2 months!

[Pip_2005]

Hey everyone!

So, I'm about 9 weeks in and feeling pretty good. Maybe not seeing a HUGE change in the mirror yet (though, maybe a little?), but the numbers are definitely moving!

I'm 27, 5'3"

Started at 201 lbs, now I'm 174.4 lbs.

That's about 26 lbs or so, or 1.9 stone/12kg-ish.

And I've lost around:
- 4 inches off bust
- 4.3 inches off waist
- 4.3 inches off hips
- 1.6 inches off thigh
- 2 inches off arm

It might not be super visible in pics, but I feel a noticeable difference. Luckily, I've had very few side effects so far.

Here's what I've been doing:
- Basically no alcohol (had some when it was my bday but that is IT so far this year)
- Eating healthier
- Chugging water
- My ADHD-related dopamine cravings are a bit harder to manage, less impulsive spending.
- Feeling mentally sharper.
- No meat or fish at all (used to only eat meat when eating out, wanted to be fully veggie!).
- Fitting back into my older jeans (need a smaller belt!).

Life is easier now!

Still aiming for about 35 lbs to go, so not even halfway there, but happy to be seeing progress. Hoping to be around 160 lbs for my vacation in about 6 weeks, we'll see what happens!

(I've done 7 weeks at 2.5mg and 2 weeks at 3.75mg so far)

 

[Izzy_76]

I def see a difference! You look great, and fingers crossed for you to keep getting results!

 

[Carb_Update]

You look amazing! The difference is pretty clear.

 

[WolfQueen982]

Awesome!

 

[Reese_2007]

You're doing fantastic! Seriously, well done. I'm not sure where you'll find another 30+ lbs, you look great already!

 

[big-mood]

Looking fab! Keep up the great work!

 

[FastingGains]

Congrats! How do you manage the 3.75 dose?

 

[Pip_2005]

Thanks, everyone, for the kind words! FastingGains I just do it by counting clicks from the pen. There are guides online, if you search.

 

[Reese_2007]

Just wanted to chime in and say that even a pound or two lost a week is still progress. Don't get discouraged if you aren't losing as quickly as others. It's not a race, and slow and steady is often healthier for your body!

 

[WolfQueen982]

I agree with Reese_2007 - the important thing is that the scale is moving DOWN. I've been on this for over a year and lost about 35 lbs. Some people lose faster, some slower. Don't compare yourself!

 

[Carb_Update]

Totally agree with WolfQueen982 and Reese_2007. There's no 'too slow'. If you are losing weight and improving your health, that's a win. Plus, losing slowly can be better for your skin and helps maintain muscle mass!

 

[Pip_2005]

Good point about the skin and muscle mass! I'll keep that in mind. Thanks for the encouragement everyone!

 

[Izzy_76]

I just hit a huge milestone... Onederland for the first time in like 20 years! So happy!

 

[big-mood]

Congrats Izzy_76! That's awesome!

 

[workingongreens15]

15 lbs at 9 weeks is awesome! The pants-falling-down problem is the best problem to have honestly. I'm also around 9 weeks and just hit a similar number - feels like things are really rolling now.