Lady Who Lost 22 Kg at Home Shares 5 Things She Wanted Everyone to Know About Weight Loss: “You Can Do It the Quick Way”
It’s tough enough to shed the pounds, especially if you’re doing it on your own. But then comes this woman who proves it’s possible through willpower and determination alone, without ever setting foot in a gym. Her name is Sarah Thompson, a 34-year-old Melbourne mother of two.
It only took nine months for Sarah to lose 22 kilograms at home. She’s now divulging the five things that she believes everyone needs to know before embarking on their weight loss program, especially those who are lost or believe losing Weight can’t be done unless one spends money on trainers or a membership.
The Beginning of Her Journey
Sarah stepped out onto the pandemic exit street, back into isolation. She battled time and energy with two kids in tow, trapped behind since there were no gyms. Bent over backwards, mind and body, she realized she would need to retool some other stuff. But she knew she would have to improvise with what she had: a smartphone, a yoga mat, and an unlimited series of YouTube exercises.
“I didn’t think I had it in me at first. I thought you had to spend hours at the gym or be on such a strict diet, but I’ve learned that making the right adjustments, slowly over time, could bring me there quicker than I ever imagined,” she says.
1. You Don’t Need a Gym to Lose Weight
Some feel you can’t work out without a personal trainer or equipment. Sarah isn’t one of them.
Home workouts are intense.
“YouTube has HIIT, Pilates, and strength circuits galore for free. Discipline is what you need. I began with 15-minute programs, five days a week. That’s it. No equipment, no excuses.”
She shifted later in life to 30-45 minute regimens that consisted of cardio, strength training, and stretching.
Bodyweight exercises are enough.
Push-ups, squats, burpees, lunges, and planks formed the core of her exercise regimen. “If you do them correctly and consistently, you’ll notice changes.”
2. Diet is 80% of the Battle
Sarah discovered that working out by itself wasn’t sufficient.
“That’s where abs are made in the kitchen.”
“I made it easier to cut carbs. I moved to whole foods, lean protein, more vegetables, and cut sugar and junk snacks.”
She made her meal planning an easy routine: eggs or oatmeal for breakfast, a protein-rich vegetable lunch, and a light dinner. She drank lots of water and had a weekly cheat meal.
Portion control is key.
“Even if what you’re eating is terrific, overeating will always make you gain Weight. I have learned to pay attention to my body.”
3. Quick Results Are Possible – But With Consistency
Sarah shows that most individuals think weight loss must be slow and awful. But it doesn’t always have to be.
“You can do it quickly – with the right habits.”
She lost 7 kilograms in two months by being strict with exercise and changing to clean, whole food.
“I didn’t starve myself. I ate three meals and snacked, but cut out the rubbish. Once your body gets used to it, changes can happen faster than you could imagine.”
But there’s no magic pill.
“Fast doesn’t mean easy. It just means that you’re being consistent. If you’re doing it right daily, the body will respond.”
4. Your Mindset Is More Important Than Your Method
One of the other fundamental things about Sarah’s training is that mindset beats method.
“You’ll only go as far as your belief allows.”
“I talked myself into it. There were days when I wished to quit, especially at the beginning. But I told myself why I started.”
She used affirmations, visual monitoring of progress, and written records of every milestone. “Seeing 500g of weight loss made me feel I was winning.”
Motivation comes and goes. Discipline remains.
“Don’t wait for the inspiration. Do it as a habit. There was a time when exercising and eating well became a habit.”
5. You Don’t Have to Be Perfect – Just Persistent
No one can be perfect. Sarah feels that the turning point came when she decided to leave behind the “all or nothing” mentality.
“One bad day doesn’t ruin your progress.”
“Sometimes I had a pizza. Sometimes I miss a workout. But the next day, I was back in line again. That’s what it’s about.”
She indicates that staying on track after weeks and months is more important than missing one meal or exercise session.
Q&A With Sarah Thompson
Q: How much did you weigh when you first began, and how much do you weigh now?
A: I weighed 89 kg when I began and now weigh 67 kg. I have never felt more confident in myself or had more energy.
Q: What was the most challenging part of losing Weight?
A: The determination at the beginning. I would glance at people on the internet. I would reverse my choice a thousand times after I kept my eye on the destination and how far I had progressed.
Q: Had you been on any diets or supplements?
A: No fad diets, no supplements. Portion control and water at home. I also cut down on alcohol and sweets.
Q: What motivated you?
A: I took two-week progress photos. Minor changes were still motivating. I also got a bit involved in some online fitness communities.
Q: What would you say to someone starting?
A: Don’t wait for the ideal moment. Baby steps: drink water, walk for 10 minutes, cook for yourself. Momentum will carry on from there.
You Can Do It Too
Sarah’s inspiration is not inspirational but actual. She’ll inform you that you do not necessarily require extreme diets, investing in expensive plans, or paying for personal trainers to be thin. You need focus, habit, and trust in yourself.
Regardless of how many kilograms you must lose – 5kg or 25kg – the formula is the same: eat better, train daily, and be consistent. Success isn’t about sacrifice but about intelligent, long-term action taken consistently.
As Sarah says, “You can’t change your body overnight, but you can start changing it today.”
