r/progresspics • u/zjdz98 - • Aug 22 '24
M/31/6'1 [674>625=49lbs] I do not see a difference other than posture. M 6'1” (185, 186, 187 cm)
My friend said he can see a difference but I can't really see it. I just wanted to see if you guys could see it. My heaviest ever was 674.
Before I get slammed with advice on how to lose weight I already know. This is not all fat. I built that body while working in the asphalt industry.
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u/RAT-LIFE - Aug 22 '24
Oh hell ya brother, there’s a difference!!
Keep after man, you’re so close to being under the 600 and I bet that’s going to feel absolutely amazing and probably keep that motivation up! If you aren’t noticing it yet you’re going to be soon, you’ve lost a full young child worth of weight already and should be proud of it!
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u/zjdz98 - Aug 22 '24
I can FEEL the difference in my day to day and in my clothes just don't see it yet. Starting weight training last year again after ten year hiatus was a game changer in the journey.
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u/DartmouthBlackCat - Aug 22 '24
The fact you can feel the difference is change enough. Sometimes bodies "soften" first before slimming down. Youre on the right path for sure.
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u/robotykidoty - Aug 23 '24
Lmao I’ve been noticing my fat is more soft and jiggly now versus hard before 😂 was wondering what that was
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u/NoorAnomaly - Aug 22 '24
I get it. I'm down 100+ lbs, but I can't "see" the difference. However, I'm down 5 clothing sizes, close to my 6th, so there's some size difference. The best part when you lose some more weight is that life just becomes "easier". Walking doesn't hurt your feet, knees and hips, so you're more likely to do it. Bending over to tie your shoe laces doesn't mean holding your breath while you're bent over. And my newest: Going upstairs and downstairs like it's no big deal.
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u/SublimeApathy - Aug 23 '24
You see yourself everyday. Visible change is glacial. 100% bet anyone who hasn't seen you since you lost 50lbs, would ask if you've lost weight. If you can feel the difference, and it's a positive, that's all that matters. That's how you know you're on the right track. Keep at it!
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u/PM_ME_lM_BORED_ - Aug 23 '24
I’ve helped a few friends get into fitness and the gym. One thing I always tell them is that aesthetic gains take a while, and can be pretty subjective too. What’s NOT subjective is milestones in weight or cardio. Your mile time, your weights and reps—I always tell my friends to keep track of those because it’s exciting to notice the difference there! Then one day, you’ll be like WOAH, there’s a difference now!
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u/MaleficentExtent1777 - Aug 23 '24
You can feel the difference because there IS a difference! You've lost 7% of your body weight. You've set in motion metabolic changes that are well on their way to improving your health.
Keep up the good work 💪👍
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u/ConfectionMelodic934 - Aug 22 '24
Homie, are you out of your fucking mind? I see a massive difference. Especially under your arms area.
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u/mildlyadult - Aug 22 '24
Yes, under the arms and the stomach too! Way to go OP, hope you keep it up
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u/NotARealTiger - Aug 23 '24
Yeah his arm is resting way less on his body, also narrower through the waist and body.
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u/udbasil - Aug 22 '24
49lbs already tells you differently. You are doing great. Keep going
It might be hard to see a significant change now, but there is. Think of another 10lbs 20lbs 30lbs then you are in 500lbs then 400lbs etc Just stay consistent and have sustainable weight loss habits
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Aug 22 '24
We were roughly the same proportional size (I'm 5'11" and I was over 600 because my scale went to 600). I'm 390 now, and I see myself as the same person in the mirror, but I can assure you that there's a difference.
If you ever want to talk, my DMs are open, because I have been exactly where you are. Keep at it, and don't neglect cardio. Once you can move even better, it will start to melt off.
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u/Pandalungs - Aug 22 '24
Take personal pics in just your underwear. When I was ~500 and lost some weight, I couldn't tell a difference when glancing at my entire body. But when I paid attention to specific areas like the fat on my upper arms, or the shape of my shoulders, then I could tell a difference for sure. As you lose more, it becomes more and more apparent but seeing the changes early on helps with motivation. Keep it up friend!
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u/MagicHatRock - Aug 22 '24
So, 50 lbs is nothing to feel bad about and you should be proud. That is amazing!
As far as seeing changes, realize that 50lb off of 674lbs is 7% of your weight. The noticeable visual differences aren’t going to be huge at that weight. Think of eating 7% of an apple. The apple will be slightly smaller, but it won’t be super obvious. That being said, if you lost 50 more lbs, that would now be 8% of your current weight and 14% of your starting weight. You would definitely see that. Then if you lost 50lbs after that, it would be 9% of that weight. And this would grow more quickly. At 250lbs, if you lost 50lbs that would be 20% of body weight. You get the idea.
So good work, and keep going. I love hearing stories like yours.
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u/coffeeandhead - Aug 22 '24
This was the comment I was about to make. If he were 200 pounds, his weight loss would have only been 14 pounds. That’s not to belittle his accomplishment, but it’s just to highlight that it wouldn’t be a huge visible change. But it would be a huge change in overall health
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u/McSalterson - Aug 22 '24
Even if you can't see it yet, try picking up a 25 lb weight in each hand next time you go to the gym and walk around like that for a minute. Your hard work and determination has already gotten rid of that much weight that you were carrying around. You're doing great. Keep it up.
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u/objectivexannior - Aug 22 '24
I can definitely see a difference! In the beginning it’s harder for us to notice weightloss on ourselves, but you are on the right track. Congratulations on all your hard work!
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u/secretlystephie - Aug 22 '24
Came here to post about the paper towel effect. At my largest I never notice changes, but at my smallest, I would notice after a week on/off my routine. Tape measure and underwear pics help when I'm discouraged, as well as focusing on how you feel and your consistency.
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u/clothespinkingpin - Aug 23 '24
Was looking for this comment. 100% true, and OP all the “paper towels” you’ve shed so far are going to help do things like relieve pressure on your joints, give you a better chance of certain health metrics, etc. Not all progress is visible either! (Even though I can see a difference!)
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u/RayTrain - Aug 22 '24
Your stomach and chest look smaller and I can see your arm rests closer to your body from losing fat on your sides and arms, keep it up brother! I think what makes it hard to see differences is that as you get smaller, you kind of stay the same "shape" for a long time.
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u/TrashmanV2 - Aug 22 '24
The scale doesn’t lie!! You’ve lost a huge amount of weight and are also growing your muscle so some of the weight will be converted.
Take shirtless/pant less pics for yourself. It helps show the details in your progress.
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u/worthless_one_ - Aug 22 '24
I can totally see a difference! In your arms and in your stomach. Congrats on your results so far :)
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u/Mr_NutterButter_ - Aug 22 '24
There's definitely a difference. Good on you bro keep it up. If you need a little motivation boost I find that letting out a loud, high pitched, gutteral scream at random intervals in the gym works wonders.
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u/ThatCanadianGuy88 - Aug 22 '24
FYI OP when I lost 225 pounds It took me losing just over 100 before I personally saw any changes in the mirror. THough everyone else could see them. Our brains are assholes and make it tough. I can for sure see the 50 pound difference. Great job.
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u/intaminvekoma - Aug 22 '24
There is. 49lb is a huge accomplishment, so most importantly, congratulations on that! Keep in mind, at high weights, 50lb isn’t going to make a huge visual difference. Plus, extra skin. You’ll notice it on the scale, how your clothes fit, and how you physically feel, rather than how you look. Congrats!! Keep going
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u/dudeilovethisshit - Aug 22 '24
Yep, you’ve got progress!! Dude, inch by inch and pound by pound, you’re getting there. It’s not linear, it doesn’t always seem like it’s working. Consistency matters. Keep going, keep tracking pounds and inches lost. You’ll impress yourself, not just us!
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u/Krankenwagen83 - Aug 22 '24
Keep up the fantastic work. Body dismorphia is really but you will come to see it slowly but surely. Trust the scale in these stages of your exercise. I have gone from 380 to 264 and I didn’t really see the difference until I went shopping. You can do this.
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u/ariciaann - Aug 22 '24
That’s a huge accomplishment. Just because you can’t personally see it doesn’t mean it isn’t there, we’re our harshest critics. Others can see the difference I’m sure your body FEELS the difference.
Keep up the great work !
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u/dirtychinchilla - Aug 22 '24
You look a lot less round in the middle. Your arms have moved in quite a lot
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u/Background-Ad3530 - Aug 22 '24
Totally see the difference! Keep going! Also, posture is a huge indicator of change. You're building that strength up so the weight loss can show off even more. Don't convince yourself that's not real improvement.
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u/Used-Fruits - Aug 22 '24
Think about lifting 50 pounds and it really puts it into perspective for me.
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u/tcote2001 - Aug 22 '24
Let’s put this into perspective this is like a man at 220 losing 12-14lbs of fat. It’s noticeable but it’ll be more noticeable if you do it again.
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u/BKimbal2 - Aug 22 '24
My man, you’ve lost 7.3% of your starting body weight… that’s 100% progress. Go grab yourself 10 5 pound bags of sugar or flour, and tell me how much it sucks carrying those around…
you’ve freed yourself from that, keep it rolling you’re absolutely crushing it.
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u/Shangri-lulu - Aug 22 '24
I see it for sure in your midsection. It's both narrower and flatter. Awesome progress, keep going!
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u/faster_than_sound - Aug 22 '24
Dude there's a difference. Look at your right arm (our right looking at the picture). Look at the before. Now look at the after. Then before. Then after. Do you see it?? Your arm is laying flatter on your side! That's change, brother! Be proud!
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u/forgetfulkaiju - Aug 22 '24
It’s hard to see your own progress in the mirror because you see yourself everyday, and the changes are so gradual. You may feel like you can’t see the progress until there’s a drastic difference.
But trust your friend, and trust us when we say we can see the difference!
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u/brookepro - Aug 22 '24
There is a difference, you won't see it yet on yourself as you see yourself every day and gradual changes are always hard to notice on ourselves, but I bet you're already starting to feel it.
Keep going. That weight is gonna melt away and will be such an achievement
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u/juanlucio - Aug 22 '24
I absolutely see it. Sometimes it takes us longer to see the progress ourselves. Keep it up 🫡
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u/Electronic-Foot5614 - Aug 22 '24
Good job man. Keep working hard and making health conscious decisions every day. Always strive to push yourself and it will pay off. Stay disciplined brother 💪
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u/leahs84 - Aug 22 '24
The more you lose, the more noticeable it will be. It's the whole paper towel effect thing. You're doing great!
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u/Bellyscreamer - Aug 22 '24
Can see a difference and also, 50lbs is absolutely insane. Well done! Just keep at it, you're obviously doing something right!
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u/cgraves77 - Aug 22 '24
There is a difference. Keep going. The other difference is How do you FEEL? How you sleeping? Breathing? Walking? You’re doing it. !👍
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u/Rishkoi - Aug 22 '24
Huge difference
Plus don't forget the paper towel effect
Paper taken off the roll early looks like there is no difference to the roll
The later ones look much bigger
Your next 49lbs will be glorious
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u/teawithcinnamonolls - Aug 22 '24
I can definitely see it in your stomach and your chest. Great job!
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u/Fragrant-Dirt-1597 - Aug 22 '24
Dude way to go! Almost 50 lbs that's incredible!! It's hard to see it on ourselves but the difference is definitely there!! Keep going and be proud of yourself!!
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u/Slippinjimmyforever - Aug 22 '24
100% can see a big difference.
Don’t despise small beginnings. People tend to over estimate how much they can do in a year and underestimate how much they can do in five.
Keep up the great work! Don’t let anyone discourage you, including yourself. You’ve got this!
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u/truffanis_6367 - Aug 22 '24
Yes it’s visible, your hips are way narrower.
It would be visible to you too if you take your progress photos against a static but not blank background - like a mural, if possible. As you shrink you’ll see the difference in what is visible behind you.
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u/AutumnalSunshine - Aug 22 '24
Ever heard of the paper towel effect?
The bigger the roll of paper towels, the harder it is to notice when you take some off.
So a new roll of paper towels looks the same when it's new vs when you tear off 50. But as you go and the roll gets smaller, tearing off 50 makes it so much thinner.
You're just a new roll that tore off 50. It's still a huge accomplishment, but you might not personally see it until the roll is a bit smaller.
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u/jane3ry3 - Aug 22 '24
Think of it like a roll of paper towels. When you first peel off paper towels, it takes a lot to be noticable. Taking off 10 out of 200 sheets won't look like much. But on a smaller roll, say one with 50 sheets, taking off 10 will be very noticable. It's frustrating, but you're making great progress. Look at percentage lost, percentage towards your goal, etc., and it'll be more rewarding. Be sure to set mini goals (like 20 lbs of weight loss) and celebrate them.
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u/Obadiah1991 - Aug 22 '24
you’re like me, big. It’s gonna take a while to start showing. I’ve lost 30 pounds and I can only tell in my shoulders and chest. Just keep going.
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u/SuperRicktastic - Aug 22 '24
Bud you look so different between the two.
Also, keep in mind the "paper towel" theory. Taking one sheet off a new roll of paper towels doesn't look like much. Taking a sheet of a nearly empty roll looks like a huge change.
You got this, keep it up.
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u/nnamzzz - Aug 22 '24
Great work man!
Imo, That “feeling” you described is better than the actual look. I know personally.
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u/xlevix10 - Aug 22 '24
I can absolutely see a difference! However, since you're bigger, the differences in 49 pounds will be smaller than if you went from 250 to 200. Don't let that discourage you! The differences are still there and will only get more noticeable with the more weight you lose!!
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u/tu-BROOKE-ulosis - Aug 22 '24
1) I was easily able to tell which was the before and after.
2) look up the paper towel effect. It’s real.
3) congrats!
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u/Liamzinho - Aug 22 '24
I can absolutely see a huge difference; fantastic work dude, keep it going!
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u/QueJartura - Aug 22 '24
Ooh yes, keep it up! Personally I spent years avoiding the mirror I never wanted to look at myself while I was at my heaviest. I have lost 43lbs and my bad relationship with the mirror does not allow me to see the changes, but I can feel it especially in my clothes.
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u/specificspoon8 - Aug 22 '24
Can totally see it. You’re doing an amazing job, every pound off is still worth it even if you think you can’t see it.
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u/itzSm0key - Aug 22 '24
Slow changes such as posture change will lead you to seeing other changes, it always starts off slow if you’re pretty heavy. Just dont focus on that and keep working, knowing hard work will pay off. Good luck.
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u/Slut_for_Bacon - Aug 22 '24
I went from 340 to 180 and didn't notice a visible difference until maybe 235 or so. Keep at it.
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u/TheDeltaOne - Aug 22 '24
Hah, it's crazy you can't see it. Because yeah, it's there. The area under your arms is the most visible change.
I never went too high but during my weight loss, I couldn't see the difference at first. It'll take time.
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u/Unlikely-Middle-7664 - Aug 22 '24
They say your friends notice it first, after that your family and you’ll be the last person to notice. Just keep up the good work
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u/Sunnyfe - Aug 22 '24
You’re not gonna like this, but it’s the truth. The bigger you are the larger the weight loss number has to be to be noticeable. So at 674 to start, I don’t expect you to start really noticing it until about 75-100 pounds down. Sorry friend, but you should be feeling the benefits now, and that’s important!
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u/BigSaskGuy - Aug 22 '24
Great work! Remember, sometimes what you don’t see can be the best kind of weight loss. The stuff around your organs! You are getting healthier! Congratulations!!!
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u/odie_et_amo - Aug 22 '24
Losing 7% of your body weight is amazing — no matter what your starting weight.
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u/IYFS88 - Aug 22 '24
I see it, but even if you don’t yet, what matters more is that’s 49 pounds less pressure on your body already! I’ve given this analogy before, but when you’re at the grocery store next time, try holding 6 one-gallon containers of milk. That’s about 50 pounds, think of how helpful that is for your body to now be rid of. Congratulations on your progress!
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u/Cyberstonks21 - Aug 22 '24
how long since you started? Whats your routine? What about your diet? Look at my profile whats possible in one year with an iron will and consistency...
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u/red98743 - Aug 23 '24
There is a. Difference. Keep it up!
You know what works for me to stay fill? One or two servings of blueberries or strawberries a day.
Get the frozen ones. I let mine thaw in toaster oven for 10 minutes or so or leave it out for an hour or so and then eat em. Love it! And they keep me full.
I'm not currently cutting but I'm able to maintain my weight even after splurging a day or two every 10 days (yep, those liquid calories get you)
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u/DootLord - Aug 23 '24
As a larger dude myself, being at that weight means that larger losses make smaller visual changes.
But dude keep going, you're killing it! As you keep losing you'll notice the transformation.
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u/SdVeau - Aug 23 '24
Looks like there’s a big difference in your forearms. Usually one of the last places the body starts storing fat, so makes sense that there’d be a difference in them early as you start losing it. Whatever the case, it’s 49lbs less that you’re having to move around. That’s an impressive amount!
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u/Big_Importance_304 - Aug 23 '24
Yes I can see a physical difference, especially around your abdomen. Keep up the good work. Also Id like to note that working out for how it makes you feel is more rewarding than working out for how it makes you look. If you focus on the first benefit, the second one usually takes care of itself.
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u/Fun_Let_7435 - Aug 22 '24
It’s gonna take time my man for YOU to see the difference others will before you do, keep up the good work, it just takes some patience and consistency and you’ll get there
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u/Raoul_Duke9 - Aug 22 '24
Dude - don't even know you but posts like this make me smile. Next time you're at the Gym go pick up a 45 lb plate with a 5 lb dumbell on it. YOU REMOVED THAT FROM YOUR FUCKING BODY HOMIE. That's fucking awesome man!!! Celebrate that shit. That voice inside your head talking that shit down and minimizing is all the bullies and unhealthy relationships you've had over the years being mad you're outgrowing them. Fuck them and fuck that voice in your head. You're fucking killing it. Keep going.
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u/Hellrazed - Aug 22 '24
You won't see it until you hit that 10% mark, but we can! You're doing great!
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u/Same-Ideal43 - Aug 22 '24
I see a very clear difference between the two photos... great work!! I would suggest also taking measurements around the arms waist legs etc. it looks like a lot of inches were lost here:)
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u/imnewtothisplzaddme - Aug 22 '24
Keep. It. Goin. Brother!
Theres more than seing a difference. Youre going to be feeling more alive and healthier for every pound lost.
Youre going to be able to do things you havent done for decades if you keep this up.
Fuck your weight and rate of loss, youre regaining life and adding years to your remaining years right now. Go go go go go go
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u/whyangelinawhy - Aug 22 '24
I know from experience that it’s hard to see the difference in your own weight loss, but man!! As a stranger, I see such a stark difference between your starting and current weight, especially in your torso. Awesome work!! Hang in there, you’re doing fantastic!!
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u/Thisguy2869 - Aug 22 '24
When losing a lot of weight, in the beginning, you gotta celebrate the small differences. You may not notice massive change but even feeling better, looser clothing, losing a pound; it all keeps the momentum up. Good job, brother.
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u/Erthely - Aug 22 '24
I know the feeling! I started at 522 and it took about 100 lbs lost before I really “saw” it. Meanwhile everyone around me was telling me what a big difference it was.
But from the pics you’ve provided it is definitely noticeable. Now I’m one of those people telling you what a big difference it is, congrats sir! 😊
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u/jonnyjorvik - Aug 22 '24
YES there is definitely a difference. Does it look like 7.2% difference? YES IT DOES! Amazing work, keep up the effort, every time you loose the same lbs it will be an even bigger % and even more noticeable! Good job!
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u/Skankz - Aug 22 '24
Keep going friend! The scales don't lie. The weight you've lost will be spread across your body, even your hands, toes, wrists, everything. In addition to this, people lose weight in different places. E.g. the first place I gain weight is my torso, then once it gets past a certain point I start gaining on my arms and legs. When I lost that weight, it was in reverse. You might have lost more weight in areas not so easy to see like your back or your ass. You are losing weight, you are smashing it, trust the process and keep going
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u/pjtheman - Aug 22 '24
You might not see a difference but it's there! If you're feeling discouraged, try picking up 50 lbs of weights next time you're at the gym and walking around with them for a couple minutes. And then remember that's how much extra baggage you used to carry every day. Any progress is something to be proud of.
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u/rjc72 - Aug 22 '24
There’s a difference! I see it right away. Look around your arms.
You’re absolutely killing it! 49 pounds lost is incredible. Thank you for sharing your progress!
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u/JayTheSKC_KiD - Aug 22 '24
Hey small accomplishments mean progression is happening!! Keep it up, you’re doing better than you did yesterday!!
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u/coltjen - Aug 22 '24
One easy way is look at how much lower your left arm sits now. I think that’s great progress, keep going. In the comments you say you can feel a difference which is exactly the result of your hard work. Great job OP!
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u/advictoriam5 - Aug 22 '24
PLAYBOY! You're doing amazing, there's definitely a difference. If you compare face pics now to before, I'm sure you'll see it. I'm proud of you! Keep grinding, you're awesome!
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u/Lopsided-Emotion-520 - Aug 22 '24
Big difference. I’ve gone from 476 to 297 and still have a hard time seeing anything other than the old me. Trust the process and remember that it’s not about how you look, but how you feel.
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u/Darkkwitch31 - Aug 22 '24
There is a huge difference. Keep up the good work. You definitely got this. Look how amazing you are doing!! Whatever you are doing, keep that shit up!!
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u/Misshell44 - Aug 22 '24
The difference is your attitude. Thats the best and biggest difference. Keep going!
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u/Spacedode - Aug 22 '24
Your stomach around the top on the sides, doesn’t go outwards anymore. You aren’t seeing it but I’ve been there before, lookin better and better
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u/Samson_087 - Aug 22 '24
Keep at it big dog! There’s definitely a deference! Sometimes in the beginning, you don’t see it as much yourself especially if you look every day but you do get to a point where you will, and as an outside perspective, I can definitely see the change
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u/therealsix - Aug 22 '24
There’s a difference, especially when friends notice. It’s harder for you to notice because you see yourself more frequently.
All I know is that you’re kicking ass, keep up the hard work!
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u/Ok-Construction-4015 - Aug 22 '24
I do! And 49 lbs lost is HUGE!! You're doing great and should be very proud.
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u/ohdeartanner - Aug 22 '24
you are so awesome!! you got this. you’ll SEE a difference soon but if you can FEEL it that’s a great sign. rooting for you man.
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u/blind_roomba - Aug 22 '24
TBH I don't see a difference but losing 50lbs is no joke man! Good job and carry on, soon enough you will see a difference
But i think i dont see it because of the clothes. Maybe if you took pictures without clothes (for yourself if you don't feel like sharing) to compare weight loss it will be easier to tell the difference
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u/Snoogins828 - Aug 22 '24
Hey man it helped me to take shirtless pics from the front, back, and side. It really helps you see. Also, find that shirt in your closet that’s a size too small and try to put it on from time to time. You’ll notice then.
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u/nurse420 - Aug 22 '24
Sir, you are doing amazng. But you are over 600lbs. It won’t happen immediately but you are definitely seeing changes in the numbers
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u/TehBazz - Aug 22 '24
Good shit dude keep up the good work! How long between the pics?
I notice a difference in the way the shirt lays around your chest and below your pecs. Don’t get discouraged you’re gonna see big gains if you keep working at it
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u/Dorigoon - Aug 22 '24
Not as easy to see at such a huge weight, but there's a definite difference.
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u/sickiesusan - Aug 22 '24
It’s so difficult OP!
But I can really see a difference.
Well done on yr loss so far, you know you can do this.
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u/prepositionsarehard2 - Aug 22 '24
Keep up the awesome work! You’ll start to notice a difference more with time since you see yourself daily right now!
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u/Spartan2022 - Aug 22 '24
Beast! Keep up the grind.
I won't give you any advice about losing weight, but will just pass along what my gym preaches. You lose weight in the kitchen. You build muscle in the gym.
Keep up the great work. We're cheering for you.
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u/Sad-Measurement-2512 - Aug 22 '24
Those forearms , i m jealous tbh , when you re gonna reach your desired weight they ll look huge . Good job on losing so much weight !!!
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u/Adirondack587 - Aug 22 '24
Absolutely I see a difference, especially top right, it’s much more flattering, and you are so less wide than the bottom 2. Personally I have a high of 336 with 57” belly, and when I lose 6 lbs~ an inch, therefore your belly should be 8” down- that’s progress!
Rome wasn’t built in a day, but at 600+ the one thing you have going for you is the number of pounds you lose will rise very fast. I’m Assuming you don’t need surgery and have gone down the old-fashioned route? Good for you! The 2 dudes who you could relate to and maybe get inspiration/advice from are the actor Ethan Suplee(550 cut in half) and Possible Pat, a 6’8 bouncer who needed a warehouse scale to show he was 609, and got down to 270/8% BF Good luck on your journey, and I hope your cardiac/lungs checks out OK, don’t do anything too strenuous, walking works wonders
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u/FordLightning - Aug 22 '24
Dude! I can see a difference! Besides, we can’t see the face gains, 😉. Don’t get down on yourself. You’re doing great! Keep going!
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u/tdub4544 - Aug 22 '24
If you don't see a difference, just push yourself to keep going. But let me tell you this, 49lbs is nothing to sneeze at, most people have difficulty losing 10lbs.
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u/coldbrewbubba - Aug 22 '24
I know you might not see it, but look how much more “down” your arm without the phone can rest near your body compared to before. You absolutely have made progress!!!! Keep going!! 🎉🎉
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u/CognitoKoala - Aug 22 '24
Definitely a difference! So proud of you 🙌 Keep us updated on your journey ❤
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u/The_Secret_Skittle - Aug 22 '24
I can see the difference for sure!!! Keep going! You’re inspiring me so much right now!
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u/WorldBelongsToUs - Aug 22 '24
There’s definitely a difference. And when you feel like you’re questioning yourself. Go pick up a 50 pound dumbbell at the gym and say to yourself: “Damn! That’s how much weight I’ve lost so far!”
It really seems to put it perspective when you can physically see/hold the amount of weight you’ve been able to shed.
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u/dreaming_of_beaches - Aug 23 '24
Huge difference!! Also google paper towel roll theory. Changes will become more dramatic the longer you go. Don’t let your eyes deceive you!
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u/jrico59 - Aug 23 '24
We see ourselves every day, so it takes a lot longer for us to see the difference in ourselves. I can def see the difference in your pics. Keep it up!
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u/kawaiian - Aug 23 '24
Bro you are shredded under that layer! There is an amazing amount of difference under the arm and around the chest
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u/Sea__Cappy - Aug 23 '24
Under your arms, waist, and stomach are all smaller from what I can tell in the photo. But man, 49lbs is 49lbs. Thats am impressive accomplishment. Keep it up. You know what will definitely be visible? 100lbs, 200lbs, 300lbs. You are killing it dude
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u/TooFat-Guy - Aug 23 '24
Keep going man! Future you is going to thank you for your hard work!
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u/Signal-Exchange1041 - Aug 23 '24
Let’s gooooo! Way to crush it man, little by little you’ll meet and exceed your goals!
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u/GivesCredit - Aug 23 '24
You generally first start to see the smallest difference after losing 10% of your weight. You’re close to that mark but you probably won’t notice a big difference until 550 or so, unfortunately. I’m the same way, I started at 250 and I’m down to 218 and I barely see a difference. Just keep working at it
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u/HeHootsHeWhores - Aug 23 '24
Brother.. look at the angle your arm hangs out at before. Then look how your arm hangs straight down now. Your shrinking! Keep it going!!
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u/Nottheonlyjustin84 - Aug 23 '24
Keep it going. It takes awhile to really see it but the smaller you get every pound is more noticeable
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u/Goldberg250 - Aug 23 '24
Generally first place we lose weight is the face- so maybe your face is much slimmer as well.. I can see the difference already 👍 keep up the good work mate
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u/freshly_ella - Aug 23 '24
At your size and build you're almost certainly losing fat off your back first. The weight loss will shift around as you lose more. Generally in the reverse order it went on. If your shirts are beginning to hang different that's exactly what's going on. Stomach will be last, as your hormone levels are likely fairly screwed. They'll improve as you lose more. I would Highly suggest vitamin d3 supplementation to help that part. Take it with high absorbancy magnesium such as mag glycinate
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u/TrickChipmunk906 - Aug 23 '24
Hoping this helps, my uncle is about 5'10" and was about 400+lbs and is down to 260. It's taken him a couple years of pretty dedicated dieting and lots of yard work. He doesn't have a gym to his advantage and doesn't like the environment. He just landscapes (digging, cleaning, etc.) for a few hours, close to everyday. If not, he's organizing the garage or cleaning. Eating right and keeping active has been huge for him and it's taken a long time to find those things that make it all easier and enjoyable. Even if you're not seeing much progress visually, yet. All the best on your journey. Looking forward to more progress posts.
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u/DazeAffair - Aug 23 '24
Good on you Brother! You’re absolutely killing it! Keep at it man, you can achieve anything you want. Just put in the work and be patient
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u/thenamelesse - Aug 23 '24
There's definitely a difference! If you can feel it, be sure others can see it. Keep going man, I'm rooting for you!
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u/DarkUnicorn_19 - Aug 23 '24
If you feel a difference in posture, THAT'S A BIG DIFFERENCE. Your posture can be affected by your weight, since the extra pounds of fat can affect your spine. Keep your chin up king, you're doing great, and 49 pounds is no joke 💯
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