To be honest, I have restricted my calorie intake very drastically, and I've been running, biking, and weights pretty consistently too.
M-F I've stayed under 1,000 calories per day, with at least two of those days at a max of 600. It hasn't been easy. I've eaten more fruits and vegetables the past month than I think I have my entire life. And lots of beans.
I have also resisted breads and sweets. And this has probably been the biggest thing for me. I have such a sweet tooth. But for the past month I have probably only had bread maybe twice, and sweets maybe twice as well.
The other thing that has helped... I have tried to stay busy. Where normally would be laying on the couch watching TV, instead I have been doing lots of house projects and yard work. This has made time go by much quicker with less time to be thinking about eating.
I won't lie, there have been temptations. But I have been mostly depressed with my weight and appearance. I am very determined to at least get down to my wedding weight of 185 lbs. I'm almost there, and I hope to go a little further.
That said, I'm feeling so much better about myself. I put on my cool jeans today, and they are actually a little loose. My wife commented that I am looking really good. It's all motivation to keep up the hard work.
Thanks to everyone in here, because all of you have helped make this a very fun and positive experience. I couldn't have done it without you. Especially you Otis. And I mean that sincerely.