The New Me (12 lbs lighter)

I lost 12 lbs in the span of a month, with a goal of getting back to my ideal weight (185 lbs) by my 40th birthday this September.

For me, the motivation to lose weight was a direct result of my last physical check-up. Diabetes runs in my mom’s side of the family, and while I’m relieved that I am not diabetic – I was one tick shy of becoming one. The results from the physical were a real wake-up call for me to “get it in gear” and take my health more seriously.

How did I lose the weight?

Here’s what I did:

• Eat more fruits and vegetables.
• Cut back on dairy products like milk and cheese
• Eat smaller portions and share an entrée with my wife when eating out
• Exercise. (walking and cycling)
• Limit beer consumption.

All of these things have really contributed to my weight loss.

Losing the weight has had a tremendous upside for me – I have more energy now, I feel lighter (no more gut), and (according to friends and family) – I look 10 years younger.

Weight loss is a process. It takes discipline. There are no “easy” cures. I’m very fortunate that my wife loves to make healthy meals for our family.

For me, weight loss boils down to:

1. Eat right.
2. Exercise.
3. Stay focused.

185 lbs. – here I come!

-Krishna

Krishna August 13, 2012 weight loss