Transformation: Willie Botes Says Goodbye to 80 Pounds!

Transformation: Willie Botes Says Goodbye to 80 Pounds!

Transformation Stats
Before
After
08/01/2014
08/01/2015
319lbs
239lbs
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31% body fat
14% body fat

I had major asthma problems as well and been diagnosed as a diabetic. After losing all this weight and living healthy and clean I am now rid of asthma and sugar problems and I am off all medication.

What Was Your Life Like Before Your Transformation?

Eating maybe two real dirty meals a day but snacking on crap through the day. Drinking alcohol and smoking on the daily! No gym or any outdoor activities.

Please Detail Your Turning Point

Health! Was told by a doctor that I needed to start looking after myself more. My health was going backward and I was heading towards having a heart attack soon!

What Were Your Major Struggles or Challenges?

Cutting carbs and sugar and doing cardio!

Detail Your Workout and Cardio Plan During Your Transformation

Started going to gym three times a week and then ended up going 5-6 times a week. 20 min cardio (bike or treadmill) 45 weight training. Used medium weights but with high reps. Two body parts with 6-8 sets and 15-20 reps.

Detail Your Diet/Eating Plan During Your Transformation
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    Breakfast - egg white and chicken or ostrich
  • Snack - Chicken or a fruit
  • Lunch - Steak/chicken with salad
  • Post-training - MTS protein shake
  • Dinner - Chicken/steak with veggies
Detail Your Supplement Plan During Your Transformation
  • Multivitamin - Optimum Nutrition
  • Creatine - Optimum Nutrition
  • Protein shake - MTS
  • BCAAs - Machine Fuel
  • Pre-Workout - Clash
What Was Your Major Accomplishment, or Major Milestones?

Weight loss of 35Kg/80lb.

Detail Your Biggest Mistake

Should have done more cardio.

3 Biggest Things You Learned During Your Transformation?
  • Eat more.
  • Eat clean.
  • Get medical testing.
Final Words of Advice for Others Looking to Make a Change?

Eat and eat clean. Stay positive it's not a race but a marathon!
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