I'm so glad I found your videos today , I hate my stretch Mark's but after watching your videos I'm ready to hit the gym and change my diet forever with your help , thank you for what you do and who you are
Awesome transformation story and realistic too, unlike those magazines mentioned in the video. I'm struggling myself on my journey and I've had some bad things happen to me, but your heart- and truthful stories inspire and keep others going! Thank you Thomas.
In June of 2018 I was 396 lbs, on oxygen CPAP and heart meds, and close to suicide, by accident I went on Utube searching for acv, and ran into Thomas Delaure and he saved my life. In 1 year I was down 180 lbs. Thanks Thomas Delaure my hero.
201lbs last year, just clocked in at 150.9lbs. Trust the process, eat less, be consistent, and BE PATIENT. Good luck to everyone else on this journey. It’s hard before it’s easy but it’s worth it!
Started at 348 pounds in October 2018 and intermittently fasted through July 2019 and lost 114 pounds of fat. I still intermittently fast and it’s been three years but I did stop for a little while just to recalibrate for a couple of months. I kept the weight off but could feel that it affected my mindset and etc. I’m still fasting and I’ve dropped another 24 pounds. In total, I’ve lost 138 pounds. No lose skin, no meds, no issues of any sort! I’m working out daily and my family is doing it as well. Not just my wife but my siblings and other family members as well! They also have great testimonials regarding fasting!
I’ve watched a lot of your videos. I’m 71 years olds, a lady, married 41 years, and have lost 105 lbs. THIS one really touches deeply! Thanks! It’s ok to figure it out, be alone sometimes, mess up and for me, pray then study more! ❤️❤️
Hi I am 77 and just starting this way of eating. I have to get over my fear of fat. I had quadruple bypass surgery almost 7 years ago. And was told eating fat was what caused it. So this makes me kind of nervous
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It sounds strange but it feels incredibly good to hear someone say its ok to hate yourself. Instead of the fake "love yourself no matter what! blah blah blah." I'm in the rough patch where I'm a little angry and mad at myself for not seeing the results I want. I needed to hear hear this.
Thats a lie, a seed grows everytime you water it. You will have mental problems thinking its okay to freely hate yourself. Just want more from yourself and not hate yourself for wanting more. Make goals to go harder than last time.
I don't think it's okay to hate yourself. I think you can be upset with yourself. I think you can be frustrated with yourself, but hate is just too strong of a word. You don't have to be delusional about what the hell your body looks like, but you should love yourself for your flaws as well. Honestly, that's what I thought the body positivity move it movement was supposed to be about. Love yourself okay. Be honest with yourself. And do better.
Yes agree...I’m currently on keto and intermittent fasting only 4 days in and before this I was just doing regular diet and exercise and I wasn’t losing weight, I hated life, I hated myself, depressed, so after a coworker told me about keto I decide to try it and so far I love it.
I feel you man, I went from 330 to 175 in about year and half doing my own thing, went back up to 300 after having a family and now I’m doing IF and Keto back down to 260 and going. I have the evidence all over my body, keep making videos and I’ll keep watching. You give me lots of inspiration to keep going
@@koala10ish Thomas does not have that power to transform someone body. Everyone is responsible for taking care of themselves and to do the right things. People are weak, lazy, no commitment, ,and that lead to their own perils. Cook your own meals, exercise, keeping active and respect the body. It's simple like that for a healthy life.
I came across your videos by chance. As an 82 year old woman, I didn’t expect to relate to a young, muscular man’s point of view. Fortunately, you had a topic that interested me, so I watched. Im so glad I did. Your videos relate to everyone and they certainly affect me and my path. You are sincere, caring and knowledgeable. I watch different videos every day and share them with my family and friends. Thank you so much. You are making a vast difference in the world. I feel your support and it carries me through my journey.
Thomas is actually the greatest person in the whole freaking industry, he has his own transformation story, his content is science based and the best part is that he’s 100% R E A L. This video is full of emotions and I’m sure it will hit deep in the feels of everyone..
And the great thing about it is, he has no political agenda. His info is based on peer reviewed science and not pushing any type of prescription to support big Pharma or an agenda.
Thomas is great, for sure, and I'm continually amazed at how many people are so giving and authentic in the keto/IF community. Once you've been through the journey and experienced the transformation, you have a desire to pay it forward, and help other people change their lives.
This should be your home, Premier video. This says everything about you and who you are and what you believe. If I would’ve seen this when I first met you I wouldn’t have come so quickly to judge you. I believe most people are in agreement with me. Excellent video. We need more of these from the heart. Thank you 🙏🏼
I was intermittent fasting a year ago lost 40 lbs in six - seven months and i had back surgery in October and gained it all back , i needed this a lot . Thank you Thomas this one really touched home
Keto+lower calories+IF works but there are gotchas such as what to do with salts and how do you listen your body to stay healthy, and how to not dirty your keto. DeLauer got bunch of videos that help you tune on a good diet.
Same happened to me! I had lost 80lbs doing IF and keto. Than I had to have surgery and I gained 25lbs back. I'm ready to start this journey again with all the ups and downs and all! 💖
E E Well, Keto isn’t made for everyone! It’s a life style not a short term diet! And it’s recommended for people suffering from metabolic & hormonal issues that have no other choice than cutting the sugar forever!
I was trying for years to lose fat. It was really hard. Intermittent fasting was one hardest things I tried to do in my life. You need so much mental strength to go through day while fasting. Im currently experimenting with nextlevel diet and its working perfectly for me. 100% recommend.
Im 58yo, Native American, Navajo. I started gaining weight in 1995 after the death of a loved one. I gain 30 pounds in 7 months. At 200 pounds, I never returned. In Jan 2024, weigh in at 252 lbs. Over these years I became sick. Diagnosed with hypothyroid after Graves disease, diabetic, low testosterone, high estrogen, and kidney/ liver issues. Its April 2024, weighing 226 lbs and a1c 6.0 from 8.0. Keto and fasting is my only option. Veganism set me over the threshold into diabetes. I thought it was genetics but insulin resistant. I was afraid I would have a sugar crash, but my body somehow reset itself. No more meds that only treated the symptoms. I needed healing. I have a lifetime journey, literally. I look forward to the changes. Be blessed for sharing your journey. They are encouraging and very informative.
Thank you for sharing your struggles. I have been widowed for 10 years and sometimes feel like I will be alone the rest of my life. Not many men are interested in a woman like me that is obese. But I have learned t love myself and I intend to be the best me for me. Thank you for all the education on what to do and for being real.
I feel you. I'm alone too We hv to love us, ok. There are men who do like plus size women!!! We are soft & cushioney...kmsl😂😂🤣🤣 Stop saying this to yourself.
Thanks to You and Dr Berg I have been intermittent fasting and low carb (around 80/100) for the past year...I abused my body for so long...At 75 now I walk 2 hours everyday of the week and lift weights every other day...my bloodwork is excellent and for the first time in many years my love handles are gone..I was pre diabetic and now my A1C is at 4.9 (started at 5.9). I feel great and will continue following fasting and low carb... Thanks for your help...you made a difference in my life....My family thanks you
Thank you for your post. I'm 58 and doing the change you did and you're telling me at 78 your love handles are gone, so that's inspiring! You are wonderful and strong, thank you.
Jeffry Greene nice! I hope you’re enjoying the journey. Kudos for being a great example to many of us. I also follow Dr. Berg & appreciate the clear concise delivery of his message.
I am just mentally stressed!! Covid 19 has taken 2 jobs I love. I was fit, after 1 year without gym, life changing again, I apologize being so down, and being weak, overeating..... I started my fasting 20:4. Today is my second day. I like the challenge!!!! So appreciate your video!!!
7/19/21 You can do it! For +2 YRS the lbs stayed off even thru pandemic up To the present. Since 2019👨🎓 👩🎓 graduates of “I.F. 16-8” -light healthy brunch & dinner 12PM -8PM, we dropped 60 & 16 LBS or 2 & 1Lb ea/Week 😊 within 5 mos 2021 JULY 😊gets easier to do “18-6 or 20-4” or -1Meal/Day + Multivitamins.
I don’t think I’ve ever heard someone talk about the mental/emotional aspect of weight loss and transformation. That was so validating and encouraging. Thank you!
@David W so I’d a doctor sells anything you are saying they are if no value ? So wouldn’t that mean under your logic every doctor working at hospitals are ether fake or not good? Try again Sounds like your just demanding free things and expect others to earn a living another way while providing free health care to you at no cost You One if those ginmie gimmie type?
when people are open and honest there sincerity shines through Thomas you are a inspiration and much needed in the difficult times we are going through
Ive lost 100lbs myself, I resonated with everything you talked about! MENTAL Health is KEY... That one issue alone can not be stressed enough when seeking weightloss. It's not the food making you fat, it's the depression. GREAT honest video!
Thomas, after I lost 15 pounds using intermittent fasting, I received a lot of negative feedback from friends who are overweight. One of the negative side effects of weight loss is getting a lot of criticism for being healthy ! I think you should mention that weight loss may cause the loss of friends. I have to now make new friends !
Not your freinds! My mom is very fat and all my life when I would be dieting she would be jealous and told people I had anorexia even though I always had meat on me. Some people just dont wanna see others doing and looking better than them.
Super inspiring! I weighed 260 over 10 years ago, plateaued at 200 to 205 and once in a while down to 195. I made a commitment to walk as many times a week and eat healthy and I am at 192 with a goal to get down to 170 to 175. Salute brother!
this was exactly what i needed to hear today. after losing 44 pounds and regaining it all back, you have once again inspired me to start over. I thank you for that.
I used to look at you like, " Man he's CONSTANTLY FLEXING! He seems so VAIN!" . But after this video, I'm apologetic and realize I was judgmental. This one was so vulnerable and REAL! I heard every word with an amplifier and I now have MAD respect for you. Your struggle is our struggle and I thank you for your transparency.✌🏽🙏🏽
It is human to be judgmental. It is instinctual for survival. At 70 it's something I still struggle with daily. One thing that has helped me stop making snap judgements about people was to take the time to talk to people more. It is surprising how even a brief verbal interaction with someone can change our opinions about them. We never know the personal struggles that everyone deals with both in their past but daily. So, yes, listen to that, so called, gut feeling but also take a deep breath and be logical about it (sill a struggle for me). Thank you for posting your comments. Hopefully, it will help others to do the same. Matt's journey is certainly inspirational.
He works too hard to be hiding his body. He is proud of what he achieved. Someone should be able to show case there achievements without being called vain.
I’m a emotional eater. I have had a bad health situation happen to me and I gained 60 pounds. I’m on my journey this year and I found your videos. It’s like a pep talk. Thank you for this. I got this.
Wow, loved this msg from Thomas coming from the heart. In 2019 I lost 25lbs felt amazing and relapsed a year later gained it all back. On March 2021 I had to do it all over again, it was hard but I am happy to say that I lost the 25lbs again and I have a much healthier relationship with my body now. Thank you Thomas you are like a big brother in the keto community!
How has this not got like 20 Million views? THE MOST authentic, down to earth, humble, and REAL video on body transformation Ive seen, and to also add, THE MOST authentic fitness channel! No girls with their butts out at the gym, no extravagant BS, pure, real content, with information that will change so many lives. Im starting KETO and I.F. next week! Thanks Thomas!
Sorry. Just hearing those first words, brought tears to my eyes. I’ve hated myself for so long, and all I hear is you need to like yourself before others like you. It makes you feel helpless. I’ve tried so many diets, and after the last one two years ago, I was diagnosed With autoimmune hepatitis and colitis, which sent me on a downward spiral and ended up gaining 4 stone that I can’t seem to shift. With this low carb attempted Keto, I feel better and I don’t seem to crave food all of the time. Thank you for you videos. I will keep watching and will hope to shed the pounds🤧😘
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That my brother was getting real! Keto and IM have been so instrumental in my life’s transformation, but it wasn’t until I learned how to control my thoughts and become mentally fit that I realized the real gains. Thank you for telling your story and letting people know it’s OK “not” to be OK all the time. Bringing in the mental aspect of physical well being is one of the missing links that so many others ignore or gloss over. Living from the heart, in the present, rather than from the ego and allowing the past and future to distort the now, will put everything positive into hyperdrive. Surround all of that with a healthy spiritual serenity and you become unstoppable. However, like you said, we all have relapses and bad days, sometimes bad weeks, but just be aware that this is part of the process of life. As we said in the military, “embrace the suck”...and move forward! Keep up the good work Thomas, it’s much appreciated.
Thank you for sharing your stretch marks Thomas. My stretch marks have always caused me shame and embarrassment. After watching this video it made me come to realize that I may actually be able to embrace them one day rather than loathe them. I have been up and down with my weight for all of my 56 years. I am currently nearly 2 weeks back into keto, after over a year long relapse. Your journey is indeed an inspiration.
Poor habits can ruin your life but its never too late to change your routine. Im 60 and still hopeful and changing my bad habits too. May The Lord and Thomas guide your journey!
Thomas has been a huge inspiration to my progress and helping show me the path to self love and being overall healthier. Start weight was 315lbs. Currently 240lbs! with about 40lbs to go!
Cheers! My start weight is the exact same and it sounds like we have the same target goal. I’m starting “again”, but I’m ready to conquer. Keep it going! Seeing your success is inspiring.
Thomas. You are either the worlds greatest actor, or you are a legit, real person throwing your life out there for the betterment of others. I am pretty sure it is the latter as you don't come across at all as a "plastic" fake person. thanks for the insight and advice. Most of all thanks for sharing your experiences for all of us to use as inflection. I don't hate on anyone for making a living. If they do it for all the right reasons, there is no shame in making the money that comes with helping others. Kudo's to you.
I think he is a bit of both. Just sift through his content, use common sense and pick out the stuff that makes sense and ignore the bullshit. After all his goal is to make money.
Thank you for being brutally honest about your journey. I’m in the midst of a relapse and depression because I’ve just been diagnosed with CKD 3. I am inspired by the ups and downs you struggled with and yet you managed to overcome and get back to your goals. I need not to give up. That’s one of my goals. Important because of how easy that would be. I’m a single woman 68 in years.
Love this story! I'm on my fasting journey started at 302 I'm 45 6'0 it's been 6 months and hard work but the scales at the doctors office this morning said 243. I'm making a choice to be around for my daughter thank you!! For the motivation and all the knowledge you share for free at that your awesome man.
Thank you Thomas. You've helped me change my life. If I hadn't accidentally come across your channel 18 months ago, I'd probably be well over 300lbs by now. With your guidance I've lost 65 lbs of fat. I have relapsed and I have "fallen off the the wagon" at points. But I'm ok with it. It helped me realize that this isn't just about losing weight. It's about changing my relationship with food and alcohol. If you ever need some Canadians on your team, I'm there. Thanks again. JL
I started my journey on June 1 at a weight I never thought I would be. I was always the skinny one! Now I have 100 pounds of fat to loose. Stress of loosing my job, my home, moving in with my family who didn’t have to care what they ate. Little by little, sitting around not being active, I gained 100 lbs over about 2 years. I made up my mind that I had to change, fast ... or I had to go buy new clothes at a bigger size than I ever did. I found low carb, and researching that I found you and learned how to make it work for me. Thank you for your experience and sharing your knowledge with us. I have learned a lot. I have lost 22 pounds in one month! A long way to go but I started, and that’s a bigger deal than anything!
I'm in the same exact situation as you! I haven't started my keto yet. What did you do to start losing weight? Just following Thomas? Or doing other things?
I’m hoping your results have been better than mine. I lost about 55 pounds up until last December. Too much stress in my life snd a lot of anti keto family members. But I felt so good and was actually looking good! I have gained some weight back but it’s time to get going again. My birthday is Monday so I’m giving my self until Tuesday! Gotta have cake for my big 65!! Then right back on track. I want to back to where I was by Christmas if not more. I still have 65 to go, by summer time I want to buy a new swim suit! Good luck to everyone.
Your story is so much like mine. Used to do construction, went to the gym every day and ate like a horse. Changed Careers, gym stopped, stress elevated immensely. I gained 88lbs over 4 years. Finally went to the beach and saw ME in a photo. Was depressed. Started watching you channel and this past week started fasting from 6pm to 12 the following day. 4 days in I feel different. Thank you for what you do man. Your a great person.
lost a 100 pounds in 7 months thank you so much for every thing you shared with us and thanks for this amazing community for supporting me in this journey love you all
Thomas you are what I call a “real” person.. thank you for your honesty and humility - but most of all the love 💕 you serve up.. it really comes through..👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼.. thank you young man.. continue to be “you”..💝
Thomas very proud of you for keeping it real🤜🤛 Went from running marathons in my 30’s to lifting in my 40’s because of knee pain. Then started fasting and I’m in the best shape of my life at 47💪💪
The mental health piece def makes sense. My daughter passed away she was 18months old, I gained 100lbs in less then 9 months. Mental health affects your physical health 100%. Ive been on a keto diet for a month now and have lost 15lbs. I do weekly weight checks with my doctor too. Thanks for helping us and sharing your story.
For the first time in over a decade I’m under 200 lbs and have gained muscle. This man’s videos have helped me SO much through my progress. I’m only 6 months in and excited to see where it takes me!
It is really eye opening to see that even the ones that look elite like him, also struggles with life's normal challenges. Thank you for this video, it's inspiring.
Hey Thomas, I’m down 140 lbs from keto and intermittent fasting. I still have probably close to 20 pounds of fat on my body that I’d like to lose but I have plateaued hard. I was just diagnosed with epilepsy and because of that I can’t drive or work which is extremely stressful. You really open my eyes to what I need to fix thank you!!!!
I'm all or nothing too and I have relapsed so many times. What he says here is so relatable. Its gold. It feels good to know that we are capable of getting back to a better self. :)
I’m 7 weeks in to my transformation journey. Currently down 20 lbs of my 150 lb weight loss goal. I find tremendous inspiration in your journey, and your other videos have helped me learn to embrace and love the processes that go into weight loss. I’m so grateful I discovered your channel, IF, and finally decided to really take things serious and make a major change in my life.
Can’t hate anyone for trying to walk that fine line of empowering others and also empowering their own family. I think you strike that balance really well. Appreciate this video
7 years ago I thought my weight loss journey was complete. Through Intermittent Fasting and a Paelo diet I lost 100 pounds. Spent the last 7 years taking my eye off the ball and lying to myself. Gained all the weight back, plus a little. Started Keto yesterday in large part due to these videos. Here goes round 2.
I’m seeing that the reason I eat is 100% emotional. I eat to comfort myself. I’ve not been eating to live, I’ve been living to eat, for the distraction that eating affords me. As I’ve started an IF plan, I’ve come to this realization.
This video really hit me and made me tear up a couple of times. Thank you for being so real and so encouraging. Your videos are helping me to stay motivated during a really difficult time.
Thomas, thank you. I am 100 lbs in. Now the hard 100. Great to hear your experience and strength. On a second serious plateau. Great to have you with me.
The mental health peice is so key. What fasting does is allow you to make the mind and body connection. Thank you for sharing your story. You are an inspiration! The world thrive on kindness.
Thank you Brother. I am changing spiritually, physically, and mentally. As a Pastor of a Baptist Church in Lansing, MI, I am better than ever because of Keto, exercise, and even yoga. I am better on the road to becoming Great. Maxing Out!
Research Yoga.. as a Christian that's something you shouldn't be doing. I say this kindly. I used to do it with other workouts and stretches. Until, I read what an ex-yoga instructor who became a Christian shared information about it that made me repent. Please do research. If the root is bad, the fruit is bad. I pray that the LORD will lead you in JESUS MIGHTY Name amen.
Great video! Mental game for the win. I’ve been a high of 225 lbs and a low of 167 lbs as an adult. I enjoy being around 182 lbs. I had a rough last six months and found myself at 199 lbs. Forgiveness is key. I forgave myself and the journey continues. I’m now 194. I’ll be 182 again soon. One day at a time. Enjoy your journey. You got this!
Thank you Thomas. I was 300 at 18. Fat Matt was my name. I wanted to change it to Charlie when I was 13 because it didnt rhyme. I lost 100 lbs a few times in my life. All extreme ways that didnt last. I am now 55 and divorced after 20 years, I was miserable. I have been alone for two years and its time. I am ready. 300lbs again. I am alone because I lost myself and am slowly finding myself again. I have been doing whole30 and spinning on my IC4 spin bike for a few months. I will weigh myself next saturday but honestly I dont care about the scale, I care about my mental health. I has been dark the last two years and its time....
I've been through "earth shattering" transformations in my life. I too have inflicted damage to myself. More so internally. I went from lazy, depression and pissed off with myself. Made a dramatic change at the age of 14 and went down 3% body fat. I was hospitalized for anorexia. Recovered and went bulimic and gained a ton of weight. Lost it got in shape again have competed in a teen bodybuilding comp and won. Then I started to take it to the next level. I built muscle, healthily. I've been obsessed with the world of biohacking and physiology for quite sometime. But one thing Ive learned is that learning is great but.... The research is pointless without "insight". Good god your perspective and Outlook is so coralitive to my own. I Know what it's like..
I've encountered alot of resilience in people who I try to impress some of this nutritional information upon. Ppl who are overweight dont want to hear how easy it is to lose weight. Cause deep down everyone knows it all comes down to willpower and motivation.
Yes. But many people are genuinely unaware of the hormonal triggers in food that cause problems. They may have all the will power, but none of the data. But when the information is there, then it's all will power!
Thos are definitely important tools. Environment design is a big one too. I use it in many habits Ive adopted aside from triple digit weight loss. If you design various aspects of life such as not bringing garbage food into home and preparing meals then you can reserve the willpower for the times you really need it. Our willpower tanks are usually empty at the end of the day.
I stumbled upon this video and I’m so happy I watched this because I started keto and fell off and then started and fell off again. I wasn’t happy with myself and watching this video made me realize that my mental health has a lot to do with it. And I have hate towards myself but I know after this video, I’m not the only one. I can do this 💪🏼 Thanks Thomas
This is one of your best videos! You speak from the heart. I love the snippets of you with your wife, kids, and dogs. I am a critical care nurse with MDD (especially anxiety) from long Covid. I haven’t worked in over 3 years. My weight climbed to 300#. Since March 1st, I made a commitment to improve my health with keto, IF, and walking. I’m down to 235#. My goal is 180#. Anxiety still haunts me. Thank you for putting yourself out there to inspire and inform others. All the best!
My educational background is Psychology...a blessing and a curse because I can read people so well. In the case of you and your video, it’s a blessing to know I’m looking at and listening to a genuine person with a genuine message. I wasn’t subscribed to your channel but came across this video and started to move on from it but decided to keep listening because of what I saw in your eyes - honesty. There aren’t many people like you left in this industry or this world for that matter, so this was a win for me because I really needed to hear this today. I’ve just begun IF but am still having problems with the mental part of what’s going on in my life. Your message has helped me to understand what it’s going to take to make this journey of mine successful. Thank you. You have my respect...and another subscriber!!
Thank you. Sincerely thank you. I found you after I started my journey in August 2019 but glad I did! I haven't started intermittent fasting (I may be saving that for when I hit a plateau to give me a kick in the butt) but I've lost 85 lbs so far and approx another 60lbs to go! Eating healthy (and making this part as easy as possible so I don't have excuses), eating less, and exercise. I've been overweight since 4th grade (I'm 38 now) so I finally decided I wanted to be the best me possible! Thank you for your advice! I've even added Matcha you recommended and avacado into my diet the last month after your videos. Best wishes to you and your family!
@@leliu5thelement448 Thank you! It's been a good, and at times difficult, journey. But this time it's about being healthy, not weight loss for the sake of weight loss so that makes this much easier mentally. Thanks for your kind words Leliu!
@@grimulfr0 Not yet, but I have another 60+ lbs before I expect to see any. I am mentally preparing for it and trying some preventive things (which as we all know may be a fools game).
@@JonLabbe i'm with you bro! i'm also 38, got married at 195 instantly gained 25 lbs been hovering 266-270 since. Down 13 lbs, now at 253.7 looking to drop 60 more! Been meal prepping every sunday, chicken sweet potatoes, and a veggie (this week asparagus), switch up the starch every week, try to get around 1800 calories. IF is awesome. Mentally i feel sharper in all areas of life, funny how your weight loss focus makes you more mindful of everything!
I woke up one day and I was 310 lbs. Today I am down 46lbs and still have another 60 to lose but my goal is just the next pound. This video was just what I needed to hear. I have thought about this over the last 4 months as the brain fog started to lift many things about myself started to pop up and it was time to deal with them. Today I am feeling better mentally and physically than I have since I was in my teens. I cant wait to see how I feel through the rest of the journey. Great video it is really supportive that you are able to share your experiences with us. It really helps us make sense of our own journey.
This video couldn't come up at a better time. I have relapsed on my health journey. In July 2018, I weighed 230+ lbs and made a change by starting intermittent fasting. By January 2020 I was 155 lbs. Then the pandemic happened. Stress and depression settled as part of my life. I still kept up healthy habits but my junk food addiction sneaked back up very gradually. I gained 25 lbs since then. I am almost 180 lbs right now. I am looking at myself in the mirror and all I see are the love handles and man boobs.
Great story. Mine isn't half as impressive but there are some similarities. After I started lifting I put on +40lbs (including fat). Finally, I realized it and tried classical calorie-restriction and low-fat. I lost weight but I was horribly hard. A few years later, I discovered IF and keto and that changed everything!
My phase of transformation is me coming to terms with my eating disorder. Your videos have helped me tremendously begin to recover on a healthy path of truly understanding my body's relationship with food. I've suffered from anorexia almost my whole life - and I have always dealt with it alone. Your videos are here to help people with weight loss, but you help me with healthy weight gain and understanding the DIFFERENCE between fasting and starving, eating and binging and health and fitness. I want to say thank you and keep doing everything you do .
Hi..., I'm 54, ha e been struggling with overweight and dozens of other health issues throughout my life. I watched many of your videos, I quite like you and your mission. I have to tell you that I think this video is maybe the most important one of all others.. I immediately sent it over to my 18 and 22 year old children. Because this video is not about food and diet..., it's about LIFE.... Thank you for your commitment and honesty.
Thanks for this video. It really registered with me. Just started intermittent fasting three weeks ago. 44 years old and had a hard time putting on my socks and shoes I was 390lbs. Made me mad as hell because I was in great shape 6 years before. Today: I'm down to 360 lbs and my feet are not swollen anymore and I'm starting to see a positive change in my outlook. The advice in this video I will try to be aware of is the mental game in this process. Particularly in being ok with being alone. I too have a really good wife and two great kids so I am not truly alone but your right they can't go where I need to go. They are behind me though supporting me. Food is a terrible addiction and it is hard to get started but once you see results it is so addicting. Recommend for people starting to get a body fat scale: They are so cheap now. It has helped me get through some difficult days where my will power was lacking. The positive reinforcement of body fat going down really is helping me. What do I know though? I'm still 360 lbs and I just started my journey to a better and healthier me. Thanks Thomas
Thomas!! Your testimony resonates with me! At six months I have lost 90 lbs. But my story has been forming for over 20 years, I am excited about what's ahead. Thank you for your mission to help others!!
I started out watching Indian Yogis on fasting which led me to Dr. berg and Dr. Ekberg's CZcamss on Keto and intermittent fasting. A couple of days ago on youtube, I found you Thomas Delauer. So far I have lost 70 lbs and I am enjoying the journey of real health and being conscious of eating and my body. I have found several of your videos tremendously helpful. But this video is one of the most profound, inspiring, and heartfelt I have ever watched anywhere. I paused the video at 15.30 to come in and leave feedback, something I have never done for anyone before. Now I am going back to finish the video. Thank you for being who you are and the light you share.
A lot of people think you care too much about marketing, money, and trying to overpraise intermittent fasting. Screw them. After this video I am 100% sure you’re a compassionate, caring, and warm guy that wants NOTHING but to help other people experience the same love and joy as you! Thomas, you’re the reason I started intermittent fasting and learning to overcome our base urges involving appetite. I don’t care what anybody says about you, you’re a great guy and your story makes me feel like I’m not alone! Thank you for being you, people like you are the reason the world is getting healthier, happier, and less afflicted by the horrors the food industry has tried to convince us are normal. Thank you so much♥️ Much love brother, I’m glad to see you’ve discovered your spirituality and your own personal power💯💯
Much respect. This is exactly how far I have to go, 100 pounds... and it seems SO FAR away! Your story is very uplifting and gives me encouragement that maybe I can do it as well I do agree that fasting is the key. I could not agree more about stress and getting control over that first. Feeling great so far! You are amazing, thank you!
Hi, thank you for making videos like this I started intermittent fasting in may of this year and today I have lost 48lbs and counting😊I'm so happy and proud of myself and thanks for all the good information and tips that help me so so much all the best to you and keep on making more of your awesome videos, peace✌
I've been struggling with my weight since childhood, lose gain lose gain. It's been hard dealing with self confidence, food binging, diagnosable food addiction, and more.. I love this video, I can relate a lot with what you mentioned thomas!! Thank you for all your content including this video!
You’ve inspired me to loose 170lbs and I have to loose another 100. I’ve relapsed many times most recently, during the pandemic. But I always go back to keto and fasting because it makes mu body feel better. I’m also a chef and surrounded by food all the time so that bothered me at first, but I enjoy making all my own keto foods. It keeps my culinary creativity up and active. I know you probably won’t ever read this but on the off chance you do I just want to say thank you for your videos. It’s lead me to change my life for the better! I wouldn’t have been able to do it with out you for those 170 lbs and I’m glad you are hear for the last 100!
I've had alot of health problems over the last 10 years. One thing that health challenges can to is get you down. It sets plans back. Stops you in your tracks. I am determined to get better. I'm a very ambitious person and determined to overcome. If I fail, it's not because I didn't try. I do IF and I will continue to do so. I still have health challenges but I will stay focused. I encourage all in similar situations as I, to keep your chin up & keep a positive frame of mind.
In 2013 I was an 18 stone heroin addict. Life felt hopeless and I hated myself I didnt think I had the strength to change my life for the better. Then one day I was offered a place in a rehab. So I decided to take a leap of faith and go for it. I couldn't imagine how it would feel to be happy again but I knew I had to try. I decided beating my addiction wouldn't be enough I had to like myself aswell so I took on 2 battles one was my addiction the other was my weight.8 months later I was clean and 5 stone lighter and the main reason I was successful was the emotional intelligence I had learned during my time in treatment. I got to know myself and I learned mental tools to combat my moments of weakness and I was able to project into the future. I was surrounded by positive people and I had structure that's a big one structure. The reward of happiness and well being is the ultimate reward.
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I'm so glad I found your videos today , I hate my stretch Mark's but after watching your videos I'm ready to hit the gym and change my diet forever with your help , thank you for what you do and who you are
You are a fine American Lad ! Thanks for being so inspiring !!!
Thomas, there are so many "diet" books out there. You should write a book, I know it would be a best seller!!!
Awesome transformation story and realistic too, unlike those magazines mentioned in the video.
I'm struggling myself on my journey and I've had some bad things happen to me, but your heart- and truthful stories inspire and keep others going!
Thank you Thomas.
Great video, thank you!
In June of 2018 I was 396 lbs, on oxygen CPAP and heart meds, and close to suicide, by accident I went on Utube searching for acv, and ran into Thomas Delaure and he saved my life. In 1 year I was down 180 lbs. Thanks Thomas Delaure my hero.
Wow. That's amazing!
Wow! Congrats to you for taking nack your life.
Thomas and his videos no doubt helped you but You are the one who saved your life, you did the work. Never forget that, and very well done.
@ Bill Henry so proud to hear that you made it and you are thriving and striving.
do you still use CPAP?
This morning I weighed in at under 200 pounds for the first time in my adult life. Down 67 lbs since April. Thank you for your inspiration, Thomas.
Sweet! Congratulations on your success, Mike.
Mike Holland Awesome accomplishment 🎉
congrats bro, very inspiring
Impressive bro, could you please tell me what you do for Constipation? I really can't avoid it whenever I try to start Keto.. :(
Well done! Im 40 down, heading to 199. 27 lbs to go...
201lbs last year, just clocked in at 150.9lbs. Trust the process, eat less, be consistent, and BE PATIENT. Good luck to everyone else on this journey. It’s hard before it’s easy but it’s worth it!
That’s pretty thin tho
you fasted eveyday? and did you lose muscle ?
@@kylesapphire1820 You don't even know his height. Don't talk out of your ass.
@@kylesapphire1820 He could be 5'5" and that would be a great weight.
How long did Thomas take you to lose so much?
5’10 late 20’s
Oct 2018: 333 lbs
Intermittent fasting
Nov 2020: 210 lbs
Goal weight: 185 lbs
It works guys!
Congratulations and keep it up!
nice, unless you have muscle, aim for 150-165
@@Logan-fr yeah goal is 185 with muscle currently at 200
@@ITSPRIME2 ight
Started at 348 pounds in October 2018 and intermittently fasted through July 2019 and lost 114 pounds of fat. I still intermittently fast and it’s been three years but I did stop for a little while just to recalibrate for a couple of months. I kept the weight off but could feel that it affected my mindset and etc. I’m still fasting and I’ve dropped another 24 pounds. In total, I’ve lost 138 pounds. No lose skin, no meds, no issues of any sort! I’m working out daily and my family is doing it as well. Not just my wife but my siblings and other family members as well! They also have great testimonials regarding fasting!
This guy is incredibly deep and insanely humble in sharing his own experiences👌🏾🔥
I’ve watched a lot of your videos. I’m 71 years olds, a lady, married 41 years, and have lost 105 lbs. THIS one really touches deeply! Thanks! It’s ok to figure it out, be alone sometimes, mess up and for me, pray then study more! ❤️❤️
Wow!! Good on you!! 🤗💖👏👏
Really appreciate your kind way of showing your need for prayer-not alienating agnostic people.
That's remarkable Alana!
That's great Alana I'm so proud of you
Hi I am 77 and just starting this way of eating. I have to get over my fear of fat. I had quadruple bypass surgery almost 7 years ago. And was told eating fat was what caused it. So this makes me kind of nervous
I’m 2 lbs from 90 lbs lost! THANK YOU THOMAS! Your help and coaching is priceless 👍👍
Nice! Did you have some plateaus?
@@Lurker01 here's how you can deal with fat loss plateau. I've had it a couple of times and was able to break it
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Congrats John!!!!!!!! Nicely done!!!!!!!
John Winnard congratulations that’s amazing!!!
John Winnard way to go!!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 blessings to you!
It sounds strange but it feels incredibly good to hear someone say its ok to hate yourself. Instead of the fake "love yourself no matter what! blah blah blah." I'm in the rough patch where I'm a little angry and mad at myself for not seeing the results I want. I needed to hear hear this.
it's ok to hate yourself :0....It shocked at me first but at the end I think is the first step to improve
Hate is the most powerful emotion & amazing motivator
Thats a lie, a seed grows everytime you water it. You will have mental problems thinking its okay to freely hate yourself. Just want more from yourself and not hate yourself for wanting more. Make goals to go harder than last time.
I don't think it's okay to hate yourself. I think you can be upset with yourself. I think you can be frustrated with yourself, but hate is just too strong of a word. You don't have to be delusional about what the hell your body looks like, but you should love yourself for your flaws as well. Honestly, that's what I thought the body positivity move it movement was supposed to be about. Love yourself okay. Be honest with yourself. And do better.
Yes agree...I’m currently on keto and intermittent fasting only 4 days in and before this I was just doing regular diet and exercise and I wasn’t losing weight, I hated life, I hated myself, depressed, so after a coworker told me about keto I decide to try it and so far I love it.
I feel you man, I went from 330 to 175 in about year and half doing my own thing, went back up to 300 after having a family and now I’m doing IF and Keto back down to 260 and going. I have the evidence all over my body, keep making videos and I’ll keep watching. You give me lots of inspiration to keep going
How long did Thomas take you to lose so much?
@@koala10ish Thomas does not have that power to transform someone body. Everyone is responsible for taking care of themselves and to do the right things. People are weak, lazy, no commitment, ,and that lead to their own perils. Cook your own meals, exercise, keeping active and respect the body. It's simple like that for a healthy life.
How much do you have today?
I came across your videos by chance. As an 82 year old woman, I didn’t expect to relate to a young, muscular man’s point of view. Fortunately, you had a topic that interested me, so I watched. Im so glad I did. Your videos relate to everyone and they certainly affect me and my path. You are sincere, caring and knowledgeable. I watch different videos every day and share them with my family and friends. Thank you so much. You are making a vast difference in the world. I feel your support and it carries me through my journey.
Thomas is actually the greatest person in the whole freaking industry, he has his own transformation story, his content is science based and the best part is that he’s 100% R E A L.
This video is full of emotions and I’m sure it will hit deep in the feels of everyone..
YES
And the great thing about it is, he has no political agenda. His info is based on peer reviewed science and not pushing any type of prescription to support big Pharma or an agenda.
Absolutely agree
Ibtissam Amghar yes emotional 😭 and happy cryin over here so true
Thomas is great, for sure, and I'm continually amazed at how many people are so giving and authentic in the keto/IF community. Once you've been through the journey and experienced the transformation, you have a desire to pay it forward, and help other people change their lives.
This should be your home, Premier video. This says everything about you and who you are and what you believe.
If I would’ve seen this when I first met you I wouldn’t have come so quickly to judge you.
I believe most people are in agreement with me.
Excellent video. We need more of these from the heart.
Thank you 🙏🏼
I dont, he gives good info, I never judged him just cause he doesnt look like a loser like me.
I was intermittent fasting a year ago lost 40 lbs in six - seven months and i had back surgery in October and gained it all back , i needed this a lot . Thank you Thomas this one really touched home
Keto+lower calories+IF works but there are gotchas such as what to do with salts and how do you listen your body to stay healthy, and how to not dirty your keto. DeLauer got bunch of videos that help you tune on a good diet.
Same happened to me! I had lost 80lbs doing IF and keto. Than I had to have surgery and I gained 25lbs back. I'm ready to start this journey again with all the ups and downs and all! 💖
You still can do it champ! Keto & intermittent fasting are the key
@@DR_ibtissamghar Keto for me is unrealistic, soon as i introduce sugar back, boom! Hello wait gain
E E Well, Keto isn’t made for everyone! It’s a life style not a short term diet!
And it’s recommended for people suffering from metabolic & hormonal issues that have no other choice than cutting the sugar forever!
I was trying for years to lose fat. It was really hard. Intermittent fasting was one hardest things I tried to do in my life. You need so much mental strength to go through day while fasting. Im currently experimenting with nextlevel diet and its working perfectly for me. 100% recommend.
just keep going and the results will come! that website NextLevelDiet helped me a lot, I lost 35lbs
low carb high fat. Thats how you beat the hunger
Zero mental strength for fasting on lchf as said. I hope you figured that out.
Im 58yo, Native American, Navajo. I started gaining weight in 1995 after the death of a loved one. I gain 30 pounds in 7 months. At 200 pounds, I never returned. In Jan 2024, weigh in at 252 lbs. Over these years I became sick. Diagnosed with hypothyroid after Graves disease, diabetic, low testosterone, high estrogen, and kidney/ liver issues. Its April 2024, weighing 226 lbs and a1c 6.0 from 8.0. Keto and fasting is my only option. Veganism set me over the threshold into diabetes. I thought it was genetics but insulin resistant. I was afraid I would have a sugar crash, but my body somehow reset itself. No more meds that only treated the symptoms. I needed healing. I have a lifetime journey, literally. I look forward to the changes. Be blessed for sharing your journey. They are encouraging and very informative.
This guy right here is the most educated, sincere, real and motivating person in the whole health world. Thanks Thomas!
I love him. He's been thru it and real. A skinny trainer doesn't understand your mental state
Thank you for sharing your struggles. I have been widowed for 10 years and sometimes feel like I will be alone the rest of my life. Not many men are interested in a woman like me that is obese. But I have learned t love myself and I intend to be the best me for me. Thank you for all the education on what to do and for being real.
I feel you. I'm alone too
We hv to love us, ok.
There are men who do like plus size women!!! We are soft & cushioney...kmsl😂😂🤣🤣
Stop saying this to yourself.
Thanks to You and Dr Berg I have been intermittent fasting and low carb (around 80/100) for the past year...I abused my body for so long...At 75 now I walk 2 hours everyday of the week and lift weights every other day...my bloodwork is excellent and for the first time in many years my love handles are gone..I was pre diabetic and now my A1C is at 4.9 (started at 5.9). I feel great and will continue following fasting and low carb... Thanks for your help...you made a difference in my life....My family thanks you
good job
Jeffrey Greene.... Thanks for the inspiration. Congratulations
Thank you for your post. I'm 58 and doing the change you did and you're telling me at 78 your love handles are gone, so that's inspiring! You are wonderful and strong, thank you.
Jeffry Greene nice! I hope you’re enjoying the journey. Kudos for being a great example to many of us. I also follow Dr. Berg & appreciate the clear concise delivery of his message.
@@barbarathompson3704 I guess it be harder for a woman but still u can do
I am just mentally stressed!! Covid 19 has taken 2 jobs I love. I was fit, after 1 year without gym, life changing again, I apologize being so down, and being weak, overeating..... I started my fasting 20:4. Today is my second day. I like the challenge!!!! So appreciate your video!!!
If possible try omad diet weekly once or twice
Well done getting started. Starting, that'st the hardest thing. I wish you the best luck with your venture. ❤️
7/19/21 You can do it! For +2 YRS the lbs stayed off even thru pandemic up To the present. Since 2019👨🎓 👩🎓 graduates of “I.F. 16-8” -light healthy brunch & dinner 12PM -8PM, we dropped 60 & 16 LBS or 2 & 1Lb ea/Week 😊 within 5 mos
2021 JULY 😊gets easier to do “18-6 or 20-4” or -1Meal/Day + Multivitamins.
Army guy. Got “Covid” lazy - it happens. You. Are. Not. Alone ! Fasting x 2 weeks. Learning
How is your progress? I’m just starting.
I've lost 15lbs so far. Trying to eat better. Food has always been my weakness, but I have to remind myself: "I am stronger than my weaknesses".
Coconut oil is easier than butter for me.
What's your longest fast?
@UmbrellaGrapeSolutions Take Two how did this go?
Food is fuel. Not a counselor, emotional crutch or a way to fight boredom. Don't put regular in a diesel truck. Fuel yourself with good food!
@@alicelong3613 extremely naive to think it’s this simple for everyone.
I don’t think I’ve ever heard someone talk about the mental/emotional aspect of weight loss and transformation. That was so validating and encouraging. Thank you!
Thomas delauer and Dr Eric Berg , heros of this era
Please add Dr. Sten Ekberg
Not
@@ericyoutube77 why?
Dr Jason Fung
@David W so I’d a doctor sells anything you are saying they are if no value ?
So wouldn’t that mean under your logic every doctor working at hospitals are ether fake or not good?
Try again
Sounds like your just demanding free things and expect others to earn a living another way while providing free health care to you at no cost
You One if those ginmie gimmie type?
when people are open and honest there sincerity shines through Thomas you are a inspiration and much needed in the difficult times we are going through
Ive lost 100lbs myself, I resonated with everything you talked about! MENTAL Health is KEY... That one issue alone can not be stressed enough when seeking weightloss. It's not the food making you fat, it's the depression. GREAT honest video!
This man has helped my more than anyone in my nutritional, physical and mentality journey.
As an addiction counselor your message is the change we need to see. I preach this message daily. Health is real wealth!!! Thank You
Sponsor away, I paid exactly 0.00 for this amazing information.
Jolly Giant exact guys gotta make a living and he’s helping people by doing what he passionate about
I really appreciate your video and all the honesty in it. Thank you so much Thomas .
the beauty of youtube. free content everywhere you look.
I’m at 27 hours of fasting, that speech came just in time.
try a 19/5 or 16/8 fast, just have two reasonably sized meals and a small snack like fruit. Im losing about 5-6 pounds a week
@Cookie Monster and say hello to New muscle
@@devondivinecz5400 when you do 18-6 what workouts do you do cos damn your losing weight fast asf
I'm at 42 hours and I'm feeling better as the hours go on but the first 35 were insane . I'm going for 72 . Just Wana see my abs lol
@@Vser88 CrossFit and running are great options lol
Thomas, after I lost 15 pounds using intermittent fasting, I received a lot of negative feedback from friends who are overweight. One of the negative side effects of weight loss is getting a lot of criticism for being healthy ! I think you should mention that weight loss may cause the loss of friends. I have to now make new friends !
They were never your friends then...Love them, but move on.
Sounds like a win, win! 🥳
Congratulations its all about u you friends gone be friends at the end day I wouldn't give a dammm keep up the good work 💪💪💪
They were definitely not your friends…
Not your freinds! My mom is very fat and all my life when I would be dieting she would be jealous and told people I had anorexia even though I always had meat on me. Some people just dont wanna see others doing and looking better than them.
Super inspiring! I weighed 260 over 10 years ago, plateaued at 200 to 205 and once in a while down to 195. I made a commitment to walk as many times a week and eat healthy and I am at 192 with a goal to get down to 170 to 175. Salute brother!
this was exactly what i needed to hear today. after losing 44 pounds and regaining it all back, you have once again inspired me to start over. I thank you for that.
Never give up!!
Moafagh bashi siavash jan. Ghatan ghadam bozorgie.
@@arminneashrafi2846 mamnun
I used to look at you like, " Man he's CONSTANTLY FLEXING! He seems so VAIN!" . But after this video, I'm apologetic and realize I was judgmental. This one was so vulnerable and REAL! I heard every word with an amplifier and I now have MAD respect for you. Your struggle is our struggle and I thank you for your transparency.✌🏽🙏🏽
Continue to look at people that way! Your world will forever change for the better!
It is human to be judgmental. It is instinctual for survival. At 70 it's something I still struggle with daily. One thing that has helped me stop making snap judgements about people was to take the time to talk to people more. It is surprising how even a brief verbal interaction with someone can change our opinions about them. We never know the personal struggles that everyone deals with both in their past but daily. So, yes, listen to that, so called, gut feeling but also take a deep breath and be logical about it (sill a struggle for me). Thank you for posting your comments. Hopefully, it will help others to do the same. Matt's journey is certainly inspirational.
@@rouxchat6033 thank you❤
He works too hard to be hiding his body. He is proud of what he achieved. Someone should be able to show case there achievements without being called vain.
@@ladybird491 I already said my peace.
I’m a emotional eater. I have had a bad health situation happen to me and I gained 60 pounds. I’m on my journey this year and I found your videos. It’s like a pep talk. Thank you for this. I got this.
Yes!
How’s it going now, Stacy?
Wow, loved this msg from Thomas coming from the heart. In 2019 I lost 25lbs felt amazing and relapsed a year later gained it all back. On March 2021 I had to do it all over again, it was hard but I am happy to say that I lost the 25lbs again and I have a much healthier relationship with my body now. Thank you Thomas you are like a big brother in the keto community!
How has this not got like 20 Million views? THE MOST authentic, down to earth, humble, and REAL video on body transformation Ive seen, and to also add, THE MOST authentic fitness channel! No girls with their butts out at the gym, no extravagant BS, pure, real content, with information that will change so many lives. Im starting KETO and I.F. next week! Thanks Thomas!
Sorry. Just hearing those first words, brought tears to my eyes. I’ve hated myself for so long, and all I hear is you need to like yourself before others like you. It makes you feel helpless.
I’ve tried so many diets, and after the last one two years ago, I was diagnosed
With autoimmune hepatitis and colitis, which sent me on a downward spiral and ended up gaining 4 stone that I can’t seem to shift. With this low carb attempted Keto, I feel better and I don’t seem to crave food all of the time.
Thank you for you videos. I will keep watching and will hope to shed the pounds🤧😘
I wish u best friend
Never apologize for Sponsors. You can't get your message out there without recurring revenue. I can tell you only go with products you can stand behind. Ps. Great video!
That my brother was getting real! Keto and IM have been so instrumental in my life’s transformation, but it wasn’t until I learned how to control my thoughts and become mentally fit that I realized the real gains. Thank you for telling your story and letting people know it’s OK “not” to be OK all the time. Bringing in the mental aspect of physical well being is one of the missing links that so many others ignore or gloss over. Living from the heart, in the present, rather than from the ego and allowing the past and future to distort the now, will put everything positive into hyperdrive. Surround all of that with a healthy spiritual serenity and you become unstoppable. However, like you said, we all have relapses and bad days, sometimes bad weeks, but just be aware that this is part of the process of life. As we said in the military, “embrace the suck”...and move forward! Keep up the good work Thomas, it’s much appreciated.
Beautifully stated! Thank you, from a fellow veteran. ♡
nrsimmons178 🙏
Man, WHAT a pep talk. I’m going to review this about every month. Thank you, T!
Thank you for sharing your stretch marks Thomas. My stretch marks have always caused me shame and embarrassment. After watching this video
it made me come to realize that I may actually be able to embrace them one day
rather than loathe them.
I have been up and down with my weight for all of my 56 years.
I am currently nearly 2 weeks back into keto, after over a year long relapse.
Your journey is indeed an inspiration.
I have been overweight most of my life. I am 18 at the moment and your video's are really motivational. Thank you.
Emile Hoffmann, Start slowly, you can do it. Be kind & loving towards yourself and keep going. Hugs.
Poor habits can ruin your life but its never too late to change your routine. Im 60 and still hopeful and changing my bad habits too. May The Lord and Thomas guide your journey!
Thomas has been a huge inspiration to my progress and helping show me the path to self love and being overall healthier. Start weight was 315lbs. Currently 240lbs! with about 40lbs to go!
Cheers! My start weight is the exact same and it sounds like we have the same target goal. I’m starting “again”, but I’m ready to conquer. Keep it going! Seeing your success is inspiring.
Was 315 but enough is enough had to lose it
You go Bryan....
How tall are you
Thomas. You are either the worlds greatest actor, or you are a legit, real person throwing your life out there for the betterment of others. I am pretty sure it is the latter as you don't come across at all as a "plastic" fake person. thanks for the insight and advice. Most of all thanks for sharing your experiences for all of us to use as inflection.
I don't hate on anyone for making a living. If they do it for all the right reasons, there is no shame in making the money that comes with helping others. Kudo's to you.
I think he is a bit of both. Just sift through his content, use common sense and pick out the stuff that makes sense and ignore the bullshit. After all his goal is to make money.
Thank you for being brutally honest about your journey.
I’m in the midst of a relapse and depression because I’ve just been diagnosed with CKD 3.
I am inspired by the ups and downs you struggled with and yet you managed to overcome and get back to your goals.
I need not to give up. That’s one of my goals. Important because of how easy that would be. I’m a single woman 68 in years.
Love this story! I'm on my fasting journey started at 302 I'm 45 6'0 it's been 6 months and hard work but the scales at the doctors office this morning said 243. I'm making a choice to be around for my daughter thank you!! For the motivation and all the knowledge you share for free at that your awesome man.
Thank you Thomas. You've helped me change my life. If I hadn't accidentally come across your channel 18 months ago, I'd probably be well over 300lbs by now. With your guidance I've lost 65 lbs of fat. I have relapsed and I have "fallen off the the wagon" at points. But I'm ok with it. It helped me realize that this isn't just about losing weight. It's about changing my relationship with food and alcohol. If you ever need some Canadians on your team, I'm there. Thanks again. JL
Realtalk almost cried while watching this. You deserve everything you have today bro. Keep doing you.
I started my journey on June 1 at a weight I never thought I would be. I was always the skinny one! Now I have 100 pounds of fat to loose. Stress of loosing my job, my home, moving in with my family who didn’t have to care what they ate. Little by little, sitting around not being active, I gained 100 lbs over about 2 years. I made up my mind that I had to change, fast ... or I had to go buy new clothes at a bigger size than I ever did. I found low carb, and researching that I found you and learned how to make it work for me. Thank you for your experience and sharing your knowledge with us. I have learned a lot. I have lost 22 pounds in one month! A long way to go but I started, and that’s a bigger deal than anything!
I'm in the same exact situation as you! I haven't started my keto yet. What did you do to start losing weight? Just following Thomas? Or doing other things?
Amen
I’m hoping your results have been better than mine. I lost about 55 pounds up until last December. Too much stress in my life snd a lot of anti keto family members. But I felt so good and was actually looking good! I have gained some weight back but it’s time to get going again. My birthday is Monday so I’m giving my self until Tuesday! Gotta have cake for my big 65!! Then right back on track. I want to back to where I was by Christmas if not more. I still have 65 to go, by summer time I want to buy a new swim suit! Good luck to everyone.
Your story is so much like mine. Used to do construction, went to the gym every day and ate like a horse. Changed Careers, gym stopped, stress elevated immensely. I gained 88lbs over 4 years. Finally went to the beach and saw ME in a photo. Was depressed. Started watching you channel and this past week started fasting from 6pm to 12 the following day. 4 days in I feel different. Thank you for what you do man. Your a great person.
lost a 100 pounds in 7 months thank you so much for every thing you shared with us and thanks for this amazing community for supporting me in this journey love you all
Thomas you are what I call a “real” person.. thank you for your honesty and humility - but most of all the love 💕 you serve up.. it really comes through..👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼.. thank you young man.. continue to be “you”..💝
Thomas very proud of you for keeping it real🤜🤛
Went from running marathons in my 30’s to lifting in my 40’s because of knee pain.
Then started fasting and I’m in the best shape of my life at 47💪💪
How is this guy SO REAL😭😭 This story really touched me and love his transparency, but I also love how emotionally cognizant he is, too.
The mental health piece def makes sense. My daughter passed away she was 18months old, I gained 100lbs in less then 9 months. Mental health affects your physical health 100%. Ive been on a keto diet for a month now and have lost 15lbs. I do weekly weight checks with my doctor too. Thanks for helping us and sharing your story.
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For the first time in over a decade I’m under 200 lbs and have gained muscle. This man’s videos have helped me SO much through my progress. I’m only 6 months in and excited to see where it takes me!
Acknowledge what you feel but act on what you know
Love this
Love this
Loved how you said, “It’s ok to be alone some time” and “Anger Drive”. Just loved it.
It is really eye opening to see that even the ones that look elite like him, also struggles with life's normal challenges.
Thank you for this video, it's inspiring.
Hey Thomas, I’m down 140 lbs from keto and intermittent fasting. I still have probably close to 20 pounds of fat on my body that I’d like to lose but I have plateaued hard. I was just diagnosed with epilepsy and because of that I can’t drive or work which is extremely stressful. You really open my eyes to what I need to fix thank you!!!!
Thats awesome
Have you tried keto for the epilepsy? It's a common diet for people with it (of course, checkwith your doctors).
I’ve hit a plateau also after going from 250lbs to 185lbs. Don’t know what to do!
@@CrAzZyM0nK3Y97 You need to readjust your food intake/exercise, because your RMR decreases as you lose weight.
Nicholas Mulyawan whats RMR?
“Totally on, totally off..”
I can so relate to this. I am so all or nothing.
Why am I crying through this video?!!!
Ditto I was crying as well. I am all or nothing as well.
I'm all or nothing too and I have relapsed so many times. What he says here is so relatable. Its gold. It feels good to know that we are capable of getting back to a better self. :)
@@inigoacuna2184 All or nothing, yep that's me. 2 months into my journey, down 16 lbs with IF and calorie deficit daily, great video.
This is what I like about tom: he doesnt get into a rabbit hole about his life and is an absolute straight shooter. Its refreshing
I’m 7 weeks in to my transformation journey. Currently down 20 lbs of my 150 lb weight loss goal. I find tremendous inspiration in your journey, and your other videos have helped me learn to embrace and love the processes that go into weight loss. I’m so grateful I discovered your channel, IF, and finally decided to really take things serious and make a major change in my life.
Can’t hate anyone for trying to walk that fine line of empowering others and also empowering their own family. I think you strike that balance really well. Appreciate this video
7 years ago I thought my weight loss journey was complete. Through Intermittent Fasting and a Paelo diet I lost 100 pounds. Spent the last 7 years taking my eye off the ball and lying to myself. Gained all the weight back, plus a little. Started Keto yesterday in large part due to these videos. Here goes round 2.
You're gonna do fine, Ed. More support and info than ever now!
Never give up !!!
How are you getting on? best of luck to you
You got this
You can do it
I wish I had found you many years ago. Weight loss has always been a struggle. Your videos are an inspiration.
I’m seeing that the reason I eat is 100% emotional. I eat to comfort myself. I’ve not been eating to live, I’ve been living to eat, for the distraction that eating affords me. As I’ve started an IF plan, I’ve come to this realization.
This video really hit me and made me tear up a couple of times. Thank you for being so real and so encouraging. Your videos are helping me to stay motivated during a really difficult time.
Thomas, thank you. I am 100 lbs in. Now the hard 100. Great to hear your experience and strength. On a second serious plateau. Great to have you with me.
This episode is definitely in my top 5 favorites! I wish you well Thomas.
Got my sub man. Decided to change my life 5 days ago and you are a breathe of fresh air. Some of the best fitness advice I've ever heard
The mental health peice is so key. What fasting does is allow you to make the mind and body connection. Thank you for sharing your story. You are an inspiration! The world thrive on kindness.
Thank you Brother. I am changing spiritually, physically, and mentally. As a Pastor of a Baptist Church in Lansing, MI, I am better than ever because of Keto, exercise, and even yoga. I am better on the road to becoming Great. Maxing Out!
Research Yoga.. as a Christian that's something you shouldn't be doing. I say this kindly. I used to do it with other workouts and stretches. Until, I read what an ex-yoga instructor who became a Christian shared information about it that made me repent. Please do research. If the root is bad, the fruit is bad. I pray that the LORD will lead you in JESUS MIGHTY Name amen.
Great video! Mental game for the win. I’ve been a high of 225 lbs and a low of 167 lbs as an adult. I enjoy being around 182 lbs. I had a rough last six months and found myself at 199 lbs. Forgiveness is key. I forgave myself and the journey continues. I’m now 194. I’ll be 182 again soon. One day at a time. Enjoy your journey. You got this!
Thank you Thomas. I was 300 at 18. Fat Matt was my name. I wanted to change it to Charlie when I was 13 because it didnt rhyme. I lost 100 lbs a few times in my life. All extreme ways that didnt last. I am now 55 and divorced after 20 years, I was miserable. I have been alone for two years and its time. I am ready. 300lbs again. I am alone because I lost myself and am slowly finding myself again. I have been doing whole30 and spinning on my IC4 spin bike for a few months. I will weigh myself next saturday but honestly I dont care about the scale, I care about my mental health. I has been dark the last two years and its time....
Down To 270 and life is awesome. I am doing 20 hour IF with keto. More to come!
I lost 10 lbs before the holidays in my 50 lb weight loss journey gained it all back!!! 😠 Thanks for the encouragement!!!💯🥊
I've been through "earth shattering" transformations in my life. I too have inflicted damage to myself. More so internally. I went from lazy, depression and pissed off with myself. Made a dramatic change at the age of 14 and went down 3% body fat. I was hospitalized for anorexia. Recovered and went bulimic and gained a ton of weight. Lost it got in shape again have competed in a teen bodybuilding comp and won. Then I started to take it to the next level. I built muscle, healthily. I've been obsessed with the world of biohacking and physiology for quite sometime. But one thing Ive learned is that learning is great but.... The research is pointless without "insight". Good god your perspective and Outlook is so coralitive to my own. I Know what it's like..
I've encountered alot of resilience in people who I try to impress some of this nutritional information upon. Ppl who are overweight dont want to hear how easy it is to lose weight. Cause deep down everyone knows it all comes down to willpower and motivation.
Yes. But many people are genuinely unaware of the hormonal triggers in food that cause problems. They may have all the will power, but none of the data. But when the information is there, then it's all will power!
Ryan Brubacher I knoooowwww!!! Thank you!! That drives me nuts.
SimplyHuman Right, but they don’t want to hear or try the solution.
Thos are definitely important tools. Environment design is a big one too. I use it in many habits Ive adopted aside from triple digit weight loss. If you design various aspects of life such as not bringing garbage food into home and preparing meals then you can reserve the willpower for the times you really need it. Our willpower tanks are usually empty at the end of the day.
If its soo easy to loose weight we would not have an obesity epidemic! Because it's not just ask me!!
I stumbled upon this video and I’m so happy I watched this because I started keto and fell off and then started and fell off again. I wasn’t happy with myself and watching this video made me realize that my mental health has a lot to do with it. And I have hate towards myself but I know after this video, I’m not the only one. I can do this 💪🏼 Thanks Thomas
This is one of your best videos! You speak from the heart. I love the snippets of you with your wife, kids, and dogs. I am a critical care nurse with MDD (especially anxiety) from long Covid. I haven’t worked in over 3 years. My weight climbed to 300#. Since March 1st, I made a commitment to improve my health with keto, IF, and walking. I’m down to 235#. My goal is 180#. Anxiety still haunts me. Thank you for putting yourself out there to inspire and inform others. All the best!
Thanks Thomas for always being honest and straightforward, and that is why the people support you and watch your videos.
My educational background is Psychology...a blessing and a curse because I can read people so well. In the case of you and your video, it’s a blessing to know I’m looking at and listening to a genuine person with a genuine message. I wasn’t subscribed to your channel but came across this video and started to move on from it but decided to keep listening because of what I saw in your eyes - honesty. There aren’t many people like you left in this industry or this world for that matter, so this was a win for me because I really needed to hear this today. I’ve just begun IF but am still having problems with the mental part of what’s going on in my life. Your message has helped me to understand what it’s going to take to make this journey of mine successful. Thank you. You have my respect...and another subscriber!!
Thank you. Sincerely thank you. I found you after I started my journey in August 2019 but glad I did! I haven't started intermittent fasting (I may be saving that for when I hit a plateau to give me a kick in the butt) but I've lost 85 lbs so far and approx another 60lbs to go! Eating healthy (and making this part as easy as possible so I don't have excuses), eating less, and exercise. I've been overweight since 4th grade (I'm 38 now) so I finally decided I wanted to be the best me possible! Thank you for your advice! I've even added Matcha you recommended and avacado into my diet the last month after your videos. Best wishes to you and your family!
WOW that is awesome
@@leliu5thelement448 Thank you! It's been a good, and at times difficult, journey. But this time it's about being healthy, not weight loss for the sake of weight loss so that makes this much easier mentally. Thanks for your kind words Leliu!
@@JonLabbe Do you have loose skin?
@@grimulfr0 Not yet, but I have another 60+ lbs before I expect to see any. I am mentally preparing for it and trying some preventive things (which as we all know may be a fools game).
@@JonLabbe i'm with you bro! i'm also 38, got married at 195 instantly gained 25 lbs been hovering 266-270 since. Down 13 lbs, now at 253.7 looking to drop 60 more! Been meal prepping every sunday, chicken sweet potatoes, and a veggie (this week asparagus), switch up the starch every week, try to get around 1800 calories. IF is awesome. Mentally i feel sharper in all areas of life, funny how your weight loss focus makes you more mindful of everything!
I woke up one day and I was 310 lbs. Today I am down 46lbs and still have another 60 to lose but my goal is just the next pound. This video was just what I needed to hear. I have thought about this over the last 4 months as the brain fog started to lift many things about myself started to pop up and it was time to deal with them. Today I am feeling better mentally and physically than I have since I was in my teens. I cant wait to see how I feel through the rest of the journey. Great video it is really supportive that you are able to share your experiences with us. It really helps us make sense of our own journey.
This video couldn't come up at a better time. I have relapsed on my health journey. In July 2018, I weighed 230+ lbs and made a change by starting intermittent fasting. By January 2020 I was 155 lbs. Then the pandemic happened. Stress and depression settled as part of my life. I still kept up healthy habits but my junk food addiction sneaked back up very gradually. I gained 25 lbs since then. I am almost 180 lbs right now. I am looking at myself in the mirror and all I see are the love handles and man boobs.
Great story. Mine isn't half as impressive but there are some similarities. After I started lifting I put on +40lbs (including fat). Finally, I realized it and tried classical calorie-restriction and low-fat. I lost weight but I was horribly hard. A few years later, I discovered IF and keto and that changed everything!
Thomas DeLauer
and Dr. Berg saved my life. Thank you for what you do.
Clicks on video: "It's okay to hate yourself"
I wasn't expecting that.
Edit: nice vid. Respect 🙌
My phase of transformation is me coming to terms with my eating disorder. Your videos have helped me tremendously begin to recover on a healthy path of truly understanding my body's relationship with food. I've suffered from anorexia almost my whole life - and I have always dealt with it alone. Your videos are here to help people with weight loss, but you help me with healthy weight gain and understanding the DIFFERENCE between fasting and starving, eating and binging and health and fitness. I want to say thank you and keep doing everything you do .
Hi..., I'm 54, ha e been struggling with overweight and dozens of other health issues throughout my life. I watched many of your videos, I quite like you and your mission. I have to tell you that I think this video is maybe the most important one of all others.. I immediately sent it over to my 18 and 22 year old children. Because this video is not about food and diet..., it's about LIFE....
Thank you for your commitment and honesty.
Thanks for this video. It really registered with me. Just started intermittent fasting three weeks ago. 44 years old and had a hard time putting on my socks and shoes I was 390lbs. Made me mad as hell because I was in great shape 6 years before. Today: I'm down to 360 lbs and my feet are not swollen anymore and I'm starting to see a positive change in my outlook. The advice in this video I will try to be aware of is the mental game in this process. Particularly in being ok with being alone. I too have a really good wife and two great kids so I am not truly alone but your right they can't go where I need to go. They are behind me though supporting me. Food is a terrible addiction and it is hard to get started but once you see results it is so addicting. Recommend for people starting to get a body fat scale: They are so cheap now. It has helped me get through some difficult days where my will power was lacking. The positive reinforcement of body fat going down really is helping me. What do I know though? I'm still 360 lbs and I just started my journey to a better and healthier me. Thanks Thomas
Who cares if you have a sponsor. I'm just glad there are companies out there cool enough to support good content
Thomas!! Your testimony resonates with me! At six months I have lost 90 lbs. But my story has been forming for over 20 years, I am excited about what's ahead. Thank you for your mission to help others!!
I started out watching Indian Yogis on fasting which led me to Dr. berg and Dr. Ekberg's CZcamss on Keto and intermittent fasting. A couple of days ago on youtube, I found you Thomas Delauer. So far I have lost 70 lbs and I am enjoying the journey of real health and being conscious of eating and my body. I have found several of your videos tremendously helpful. But this video is one of the most profound, inspiring, and heartfelt I have ever watched anywhere. I paused the video at 15.30 to come in and leave feedback, something I have never done for anyone before. Now I am going back to finish the video. Thank you for being who you are and the light you share.
A lot of people think you care too much about marketing, money, and trying to overpraise intermittent fasting. Screw them. After this video I am 100% sure you’re a compassionate, caring, and warm guy that wants NOTHING but to help other people experience the same love and joy as you! Thomas, you’re the reason I started intermittent fasting and learning to overcome our base urges involving appetite. I don’t care what anybody says about you, you’re a great guy and your story makes me feel like I’m not alone! Thank you for being you, people like you are the reason the world is getting healthier, happier, and less afflicted by the horrors the food industry has tried to convince us are normal. Thank you so much♥️ Much love brother, I’m glad to see you’ve discovered your spirituality and your own personal power💯💯
Much respect. This is exactly how far I have to go, 100 pounds... and it seems SO FAR away! Your story is very uplifting and gives me encouragement that maybe I can do it as well I do agree that fasting is the key. I could not agree more about stress and getting control over that first. Feeling great so far! You are amazing, thank you!
Thomas, you're an inspiration
I've lost 40 pounds on keto, and another 4 when i added fasting. I changed my college major to fitness/nutrition :)
Hi, thank you for making videos like this I started intermittent fasting in may of this year and today I have lost 48lbs and counting😊I'm so happy and proud of myself and thanks for all the good information and tips that help me so so much all the best to you and keep on making more of your awesome videos, peace✌
I've been struggling with my weight since childhood, lose gain lose gain. It's been hard dealing with self confidence, food binging, diagnosable food addiction, and more..
I love this video, I can relate a lot with what you mentioned thomas!! Thank you for all your content including this video!
You’ve inspired me to loose 170lbs and I have to loose another 100. I’ve relapsed many times most recently, during the pandemic. But I always go back to keto and fasting because it makes mu body feel better. I’m also a chef and surrounded by food all the time so that bothered me at first, but I enjoy making all my own keto foods. It keeps my culinary creativity up and active. I know you probably won’t ever read this but on the off chance you do I just want to say thank you for your videos. It’s lead me to change my life for the better! I wouldn’t have been able to do it with out you for those 170 lbs and I’m glad you are hear for the last 100!
I've had alot of health problems over the last 10 years. One thing that health challenges can to is get you down. It sets plans back. Stops you in your tracks. I am determined to get better. I'm a very ambitious person and determined to overcome. If I fail, it's not because I didn't try. I do IF and I will continue to do so. I still have health challenges but I will stay focused. I encourage all in similar situations as I, to keep your chin up & keep a positive frame of mind.
In 2013 I was an 18 stone heroin addict. Life felt hopeless and I hated myself I didnt think I had the strength to change my life for the better. Then one day I was offered a place in a rehab. So I decided to take a leap of faith and go for it. I couldn't imagine how it would feel to be happy again but I knew I had to try. I decided beating my addiction wouldn't be enough I had to like myself aswell so I took on 2 battles one was my addiction the other was my weight.8 months later I was clean and 5 stone lighter and the main reason I was successful was the emotional intelligence I had learned during my time in treatment. I got to know myself and I learned mental tools to combat my moments of weakness and I was able to project into the future. I was surrounded by positive people and I had structure that's a big one structure. The reward of happiness and well being is the ultimate reward.