how I lost 20 pounds in 5 weeks… in a healthy way

If you follow me on instagram you probably saw my progress pictures and instagram stories from the most amazing changes I have made recently. One decision, to work with a diet coach, changed every aspect of my life.

I know everyone is going to want to know the stats, so let’s get that out of the way. Basically, I lost 20 pounds in 5 weeks while eating all day long. I know I know, it sounds too good to be true, but it isn’t. How? Without giving away too many details, I tracked macros…carbs, proteins and fats. Plus personalized supplements based on an extensive test I took. I logged everything in MyFitnessPal and kept my food simple and clean.

For me, this decision was so much bigger than the number on the scale. During nursing school, my habits were majorly unhealthy. In order to survive the 3am wake ups for clinical and the late nights of studying, caffeine was my saving grace. The caffeine messed up my sleep cycle which only lead to more coffee and sugar free red bull. (Gross I know)  Plus the coffee would fill me up so I wouldn’t be hungry until 11pm when I would eat anything and everything in sight.

Just thinking about it make cringe.

After graduation, I promised myself I would get my pre-nursing school health back… notice how I didn’t say I wanted my slimmer body back. My motivation wasn’t primarily weight loss. Sure, I set a weight loss goal (and hit it) but I knew that, for me anyway, a number on the scale isn’t going to keep me away from a Wegmans Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookie. I know that for me, my motivation comes from squatting heavier, an extra 10 flights of steps on the stair master in a shorter amount of time, and more push ups in my two minute challenges every week.

I have to measure progress in my strength, flexibility and mindset. Willpower has always been a MAJOR weakness of mine…until I started the Shape Up Program. Knowing my coach can and will check MyFitnessPal and that I have to send in my weight once a week kept my diet on point.   For the first time in my life I can walk past a bowl full of my favorite candy 17 times a day and not even want it…which is CRAZY.

Actually, Easter was the first time I had any sugar in over six weeks. I allowed myself to have some chocolate and a few carbs I hadn’t had… this morning I weighted in higher by 0.7 pounds. I was okay with it because I enjoyed the holiday and know that I am back on track today which is the whole point, a new mindset. It’s okay to have a little treat when you know you are in a place where it won’t get you completely off track.

I have always done my research when it comes to diet and exercise, but nothing has worked for my body like this program. I am so thankful for my coach and all the incredible people doing it with me.

PS I had to type this on my iPad because my Mac is too full. Sorry the pictures are low quality… the before//current pics are screenshots from videos. I like progress videos better because its a more realistic progress update. Follow me on Insta for more real-time progress!!

Okay…. I know the questions are coming!

IF YOU WANT MORE INFORMATION LEAVE ME YOUR EMAIL IN THE COMMENT SECTION

xoxo,

K

Comments

9 responses to “how I lost 20 pounds in 5 weeks… in a healthy way”

  1. Ashley Avatar
    Ashley

    I’d love her contact information for online coaching! Thank you!

  2. Kristen Avatar

    You look GREAT! I Would love more information on this diet coach!! Thanks!

  3. Kelli Avatar
    Kelli

    Hi! I also have developed terrible habits in college and would love to get into contact with your coach, thank you!

  4. sarah Avatar
    sarah

    What coach did you use? I’d love to see my diet needs and kick my sugar habit!

  5. […] lost the nursing school weight. 30 pounds GONE and kept it off. I wrote about this HERE and HERE.  In case you missed it, here’s the SparkNotes: I counted macros, I worked out, I got […]

  6. Heather Avatar
    Heather

    Hi!
    Would you share the information for the diet coach?!

    Thanks!
    Heather

    1. katied06@live.com Avatar
      katied06@live.com

      Hey girl!! Her email is jmcd211@gmail.com

  7. Ariel Vergani Avatar
    Ariel Vergani

    I need help losing 30 pounds. I am always getting tempted to eat everything on the table and on the fridge. I cannot stop. Bread is also my enemy.
    I am a male, 47 years old. 6feet tall and 220 Pounds. My goal 190 pounds, I used to be like that about 5 years ago..
    Please help 🙁

    Mr. Ariel vergani

    1. katied06@live.com Avatar
      katied06@live.com

      Hi Mr. Vergani

      Send me a quick email to thepilatesblonde@gmail.com and lets chat about how to get on the road to success!!

      xoxo,

      K

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