Losing 50 kg in a year: Unveiling the scientific principles of joyful weight loss

Lost 50 kg in a Year

This book introduces a simple yet profound weight loss method. In fact, this method isn't just about weight loss; it will bring about significant changes to your lifestyle and attitude towards life.

First, let's address the question, "Why do I have to lose weight?" Then, let's explore the reasons why I haven't lost weight. Follow these steps to easily begin your weight loss journey!

That's right, I successfully lost 50 kg in one year. My weight dropped from 117 kg to 67 kg. Such a huge change was something I never expected a year ago.

Some people around me asked if I followed a very strict weight loss plan, and some asked if I had any secrets. Frankly, neither.

I didn't use any methods that involved spending money, causing myself discomfort and pain, or restricting myself to eating only specific foods.

No fasting, no liposuction, no gym visits, no nutritional supplements, no riding equipment, no sweat-inducing clothing, no beauty clinic visits, and no diet pills!

When asked, "But it must have been painful, right?" I honestly didn't know how to answer. Actually, looking back on this year-long weight loss journey, while there were hardships, it was filled with even more joyful memories. Those who haven't successfully lost weight might not understand this feeling. Successful weight loss changed me and how others viewed me. It was truly a joyful and exciting experience.

Especially in the three months starting last September, losing 1 kilogram every week—the change was unimaginable. Every week my belt would shrink by one hole, and every month I had to buy new pants, shirts, and underwear. My body became lighter day by day; I no longer got out of breath running, and climbing stairs was effortless. As a 48-year-old middle-aged man, becoming a superman felt like a piece of cake. It's no exaggeration to say that every day was spent in a state of profound emotion: this is what it feels like to regain one's youth!

The way people around me looked at me changed too.

Before, when I told people I was on a diet, the reactions were invariably: "You've lost some weight!" or "Mr. Okada, you look better a little chubby." It was half-hearted, half-comforting.

However, after I lost 25 kilograms, the reactions around me changed completely. More and more people spoke the truth: "You look like a completely different person!" "I couldn't even recognize you from a distance!"

And even now, people often ask, "How did you get so thin?"

When I tell them, "Losing weight is fun," they all look astonished.

Everyone thinks that the pain of dieting won't end until you're slim. They always want to end this painful dieting life as soon as possible so they can enjoy their food. I'm sure many readers are thinking the same thing, right?

However, people who try to lose weight with this mindset rarely stick to it for more than a year or two, and without exception, the weight they lose in such a short time rebounds. Everyone finds dieting too painful, so most give up.

On the contrary, losing weight can be fun!

Use your brain to develop effective methods, and it's okay to eat what you crave. Seeing results from your efforts naturally brings joy, and seeing your weight drop is incredibly exciting!

Take travel as an example. The destination isn't the whole story. If you're going to the Grand Canyon, standing atop it and gazing at the distant view is undoubtedly the most enjoyable moment, but you shouldn't attribute all the hardships of the journey to suffering. This is especially true for a first trip. Cashing traveler's checks, deciding on flights, finding a hotel in Los Angeles, renting a car—these are all exciting experiences. Once you arrive, the streets, souvenir shops, hotels, even fast food restaurants, are all full of fun. Looking back at the photos after returning home, I realized that besides the Grand Canyon, I also took pictures of many other memorable places.

Losing weight is similar. Losing weight is certainly a great goal. However, the hardships along the way are also included in this ultimate goal. Of course, there will be setbacks and failures. But once you finally succeed, even the previous setbacks become beautiful memories.

Like when traveling, the various troubles caused by not knowing English seem like funny stories in retrospect.