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Before: 183 lbs
After: 120 lbs
Autumn Mastroianni, 28, a registered dietitian in Danville, Kentucky, wasn't always so healthy. Her meals once consisted of carbs and fats, and few fruits or veggies. At 183 pounds, when she couldn't find non-plus-size clothes to fit her 5'5" frame, she overhauled her diet...and her life.
The Gain
Throughout her freshman and sophomore years of college, Autumn watched the number on the scale skyrocket. A semester abroad in Germany was the final straw. "I enjoyed everything too much— sausage, cheese, chocolate, and beer," she says.
The Change
“I’d always been heavy, but I never felt out of place. Then I went to Europe and saw that no one was as big as I was,” Autumn recalls. When she returned home in September 2002 and had to buy plus-size clothing, she vowed to slim down.
The Life
Swapping extra helpings of carbs for veggies and whole grains, banishing caloric beverages, and halving meat portions all helped Autumn shed 25 pounds. Then she started doing regular cardio and strength-training workouts, and she changed her major to nutrition sciences and dietetics. By September 2003, Autumn was down to 120 pounds.
The Reward
She hasn't gained an ounce since graduation, and now counsels others about proper diet. "My job motivates me to stay healthy," she says.
Autumn's Tips
Know your limits. "I can't eat half a candy bar, so I buy snack-size versions instead."
Get a good start. "Breakfast revs up your metabolism."
Use the 90/10 rule. "If you're healthy 90 percent of the time, it's OK to cheat the other 10 percent!"
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Last updated: January 4, 2010 Issue date: January/February 2010
WEIGHT LOSS STORIES
Weight-Loss Success: Autumn Mastroianni
Get inspired! How one woman had successful weight loss
Before: 183 lbs
After: 120 lbs
Autumn Mastroianni, 28, a registered dietitian in Danville, Kentucky, wasn't always so healthy. Her meals once consisted of carbs and fats, and few fruits or veggies. At 183 pounds, when she couldn't find non-plus-size clothes to fit her 5'5" frame, she overhauled her diet...and her life.
The Gain
Throughout her freshman and sophomore years of college, Autumn watched the number on the scale skyrocket. A semester abroad in Germany was the final straw. "I enjoyed everything too much— sausage, cheese, chocolate, and beer," she says.
The Change
“I’d always been heavy, but I never felt out of place. Then I went to Europe and saw that no one was as big as I was,” Autumn recalls. When she returned home in September 2002 and had to buy plus-size clothing, she vowed to slim down.
The Life
Swapping extra helpings of carbs for veggies and whole grains, banishing caloric beverages, and halving meat portions all helped Autumn shed 25 pounds. Then she started doing regular cardio and strength-training workouts, and she changed her major to nutrition sciences and dietetics. By September 2003, Autumn was down to 120 pounds.
The Reward
She hasn't gained an ounce since graduation, and now counsels others about proper diet. "My job motivates me to stay healthy," she says.
Autumn's Tips
Know your limits. "I can't eat half a candy bar, so I buy snack-size versions instead."
Get a good start. "Breakfast revs up your metabolism."
Use the 90/10 rule. "If you're healthy 90 percent of the time, it's OK to cheat the other 10 percent!"
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Last updated: January 4, 2010 Issue date: January/February 2010
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i also love the 90/10 rule.its more practical.
Congrats on your weight loss hopefully soon I will be in your shoes and meet my goal weight.Thanks for the inspiration and proof. :)
Love that 90/10 rule. I just need to flip it the right way. lol Amazing to see that you lost 100lbs in a year. I know it takes a lot of dedication & determination. Congrats! I started & then got off track with my weight loss. It's time to get back to it!!!