Today, my weight loss plan reached a milestone. I have lost 20 lb, in just one month!

I have been anticipating this moment for years. When I stepped on the scale after exercise this noon, the hand pointed to the exact weight I have set one month ago. I stood there, speechless. All my sweat, tiredness, and constant hunger are now paid off. My extra fat is finally gone for good.

During the past month, except for two Saturdays, I ran every day, first 2 miles for 30 minutes, and now 3 miles for 30 minutes, from 12min/mile to 8.30min/mile. Occasionally I did some moderate activities such as playing badminton to rest my knee and feet. I strove to maintain my daily exercise schedule manically.

I have gradually adjusted my diet to 1000-1200 calorie per day. I reduced my fat intake by eliminating whole eggs and most of meat products. I ate no more than 80% of my satiation during dinners, and no snacks during the night except for occasional fruits. In early days I took anti-acid drugs to relieve the stomach ache, but I never took any specialized diets or foods to suppress my appetite. Now I have adapted to the low calorie diet and don’t feel constantly hungry any more.

Vigorous exercise and low energy intake every day did sometimes make me feel a little bit tired. This physical feeling, however, did not affect my mental capability. In fact, I am feeling more focused and more self-confident. I believe I can stick on my plan, and now I did it.

My weight loss program is just one of self-experiments. Happily, it is a great success. I plan to do another experiment, that is, how to overcome procrastination. I will figure out a simple and scientific based treatment this week. Meanwhile, let me keep on running. I am confident that I can lose 5-10 more pounds before Christmas. Till then, I will be a brand new man.