A Guy's Perspective

[JT_in_CO]

How's it going out there?  I have decided that I am going to use this website to show a guy's perspective on the HCG diet.  I just started my injections yesterday, which means I will be starting the 500 calorie protocol on Thursday (dun.. dun.. dun..).  But, I think I am well disciplined and shouldn't have a problem.  I quit smoking cold turkey last February after nine years, so I can win this battle too.

I may be in a different spot than some.  I am a 28 year old father of a 15 month old little princess.  I am engaged to a beautiful woman whom I will marry in October.  I have always excelled athletically and have used my size as an advantage.  I have a strong muscular frame, but have always just had a few extra pounds tagging along.  I have always spent time in the gym working to get "buff".  But, in the last few years, I have changed.  I am looking for a healthier life and a healthier body, I am not so worried about being a muscleman any more.

I see this program as a stepping stone.......to a more disciplined life at the dinner table.  Lord knows I like the sweets.  It's go time.  I am 5' 11" and weigh in at 225.  My waist line is at 36".  My goals are to get to 175 pounds and have a 33" waist line.  This is reflected in my ticker below. 

I plan on giving some regular updates on my progress, some before pictures, any info on side effects I may run into, etc.......so........STAY TUNED.

Watch out, don't get in my way!  LOL



 (http://www.TickerFactory.com/weight-loss/wEfkX3G/)

[mrsbradyimnot]

Good for you!  It will be really good to have a man's perspective.  Especially since I would like my husband to try it, but I know he's still scared about "growing breasts" or something.   

Anyway, you'll probably be really surprised how much the HCG makes the 500 not bad at all.  The choices get a little boring after a while, but because the results are so dramatic and frequent, it's the first program I have stayed totally devoted to, and I'm down 20.5 lbs with 13 more to go.

Good luck!

[JT_in_CO]

Well here we go.  I am now on day 3, last day of loading.  I took my third shot this morning.  Thankfully, my fiance is an RN and gives me the shot each morning in my rear.  I have not really noticed side effects as of yet.  Maybe just feeling a little "out of it", but that just maybe a mental thing.  Here are my weigh-in weights so far before starting on the diet.

Day 1 (loading)- 225
Day 2 (loading)- 226.3
Day 3 (loading, today)- 227.6

[JT_in_CO]

I have also attached pics on my "physique" to start LOL.  I didn't realize how bad I have let myself go until I just looked at these pics.  But, things are about to change.

Oh, and check out the sweet farmer tan.

[JT_in_CO]

Well....Day 4, I received my shot this morning and am starting the diet.  Needless to say, my coffee isn't quite as enjoyable when it's black.  But, I am in it to win it.  I am hard headed, so I am going to go ahead and apply that trait to this diet and my goals of losing some weight and inches. 

Day 4- 228.2, it's all downhill from here, and I am referring to my weight. 

[Lila]

JT,
I know a few guys that did this protocol and did very well on it.
You will do great.

Lila
in CO

[JT_in_CO]

Day 5- 224.6

Guest I almost lost 4 pounds overnight, which I am happy to see.  I am not going to lie, I got pretty hungry at times yesterday.  But, I am feeling a little better about the diet today.  I am, obviously, a big guy and am used to eating a lot, so it is going to take some time to adjust to. 

But onward we go, I will post again on Monday to keep you updated and to let you know how my weekend went.  I am going to a buddy's wedding reception on Saturday night, gonna be tought not to take part in a tasty cerveza. 

[JT_in_CO]

UPDATE!

Well, it turned out to be an interesting weekend to say the least.  I can tell you that I now know first had what a little bit of cheating will do with your progress.

Day 6- 222.4
Day 7- 222.4
Day 8- 222.2

I woke up Saturday having lost a couple pounds, which was nice to see.  Then, Saturday I attended a BBQ.  I have some chips, potato salad and a roll to go with my BBQ beef.  Well, it turns out the scale knew I cheated on Sunday Morning.  Sunday was my day off from injection. Woke up today and had lost 2 ounces since yesterday.  Oh well, I am punishing myself with an apple day today.  I will keep you posted.

[JT_in_CO]

Day 9- 221.2

Back on track!!

[JT_in_CO]

I am starting to not get so hungry during the day.  But I think it was as much mental as is was physical hunger. Most of the fight is mental, that is for sure.  But, still good to go.

Day 10- 219.8

[JT_in_CO]

Well, needless to say I have hit what I am going to refer to as a "mini plateau."  I have not really cheated as far as the protocol is concerned.  I may need to just really pay attention to my portions.  But I am thinking I will come out of it soon.  But, I did lose .8 from yesterday to today's weigh-in.

Day 11- 219.8
Day 12- 219.0

[Rae]

Hi JT!
I think you're doin great! It's nice to hear a man's perspective on the protocol, and thank you for being so open and honest.
it seemed for a day there you were at a bit of a stall, but then you almost lost a full pound the next day, that, to me, is success. If this happens again, you could do an "Apple Day," which is basically a day when all you eat is 6 apples with only as much water to "quench your thirst." I did this when I was at a stall and it really jump-started my weight-loss, and if it doesn't, which is unusual, the stall could be due to a dietary error. I recommend looking at any loss as progress, which can be so hard, trust me i know, because you've invested so much in this: time, money!, energy, plus a lot of ppl keep this a secret from their families as well which can be stressful...
Anyways I just wanted to say hi and that I think you're doin great!
p.s. u probably already have figured this out but it really helps a lot if you get new digital bathroom and kitchen scales to help you keep track of exactly how much you're eating, and how much you're losing. Best of luck!

[kathy in California]

BTW, if the apple day doesn't work for you, try it again with the 2 liters of water, all of your teas (especially the smooth move at night) and some fiber in the morning. A couple of us found that that made all the difference in the success of our "apple days".

[davidhebert]

I am 38 yrs old and also a male.  I wanted to share my results.  I haven't grown any man boobs, at least they haven't gotten any bigger only smaller.  I was 212.6 on the 3 days of gorge and I am in my 28th day and have lost 21 lbs.  I haven't experienced the kind of weight loss that other men have.  I have a brother in law that just finished his 45 days and lost almost 60 lbs.  The best thing for me is that I am a diabetic and now I am off my meds.  I don't take insulin just oral meds, but I am off three meds.  My fasting blood sugars are between 85 and 100.  Occasionally, I hit 110, especially if I eat fruit before bedtime.  I noticed that the last several days I have been more hungry and have cheated a bit.  I will lose 10 more pounds before I am off the shots.  I would have your husband, the one who thinks he will grow man boobs start this.  Having extra weight is the partially the cause for so many health issues.  I know that I have lost about 2 inches in my waist.  For a diabetic that is phenomenal.  This protocol will be what I turn to if I gain because I don't ever want to go back on my diabetic meds.  That to me is the miracle of the diet.

[ggzobz]

I am another 38 year old male doing the do here.  I am doing the protocol with my 59 year old father.

Started shots and gorge on July 6th gaining 3 pounds to weigh 233.6 (i'm 6'1") in the process.  This morning, I was 219.4 (11 pounds net) in 13 days. I had a migraine on the first VLCD day and ended up in the Emergency Room.  No dinner, no meal nor shot on day 4 and a grilled cheese sandwich late that night.

Other than that, I have NOT varied from the VLCD one morsel.  My only vice is a Diet Rockstar (20 cal and 0 sugar/carbs) in the morning.  I dont drink coffee or non herbal tea.

I am very pleased with the results and am hoping for 20 pounds in the first cycle.  Shouldnt be a problem given the results so far.

What I am wondering, is should I extend the cycle for another 23 days? I am doing well and think I might, but was wanting to know what to expect if I do that.



I am SURPRISINGLY not nearly as hungry as I expected I might be.