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Originally Posted by Shrubwise [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

I was. That's how I got to where I am today: 195 lbs. down from 306 lbs. almost exactly one decade ago.

I'm looking to take my fitness to the next level.

Ill be including my pre and post-bikram photos (~45 lbs weight loss) with my results thread!

Try weight lifting. If you workout well, your body will be busy trying to repair the muscles using up a lot of calories. Toss the fad diets in the shitter.