How fast can you realistically lose weight?
40 people answered this on the record, across 18 organisations. The change they described most often was more energy through the day — 12 of 40 raised it unprompted. 9 described weight change. The timeframe described most often was over a year. Each figure is a count of what someone said in a recorded interview.
Based on interviews recorded up to 2026-08-03. Updated as new interviews arrive.
Individual results vary. This is one customer's first-hand account of their own experience, recorded on camera and published unedited. It is not medical advice, and nothing here is intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Talk to a qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about your health.
What the answers had in common
Counts of interviews where the person described this in their own words.
| What changed | Interviews | Share |
|---|---|---|
| More energy | 12 of 40 | 30% |
| Weight change | 9 of 40 | 23% |
| Family & relationships | 8 of 40 | 20% |
| Mental clarity | 7 of 40 | 18% |
| Better systems | 6 of 40 | 15% |
| Less medication | 5 of 40 | 13% |
- “I'd say I do have a lot more energy.”Katie Patel
- “I started out I had gained a lot of weight, so I lost that recently gained weight and then I was able to lose a bit more and I still am losing.”Brooke Maroldi
- “And one thing is my nervous system's a lot more regulated, so I have a lot more patience now, and especially with young children, I think that that is very important.”Katie Patel
- “For myself, my results have been ⁓ overall just feeling a lot more grounded, ⁓ less brain fog and more...”Katie Patel
How long it took them
- 2 – 6 months · 1
- Over a year · 3
The interviews behind this answer
WatchBrooke Overcame Post-Surgery Weight Gain Through Holistic Health and Intermittent FastingBrooke Maroldi achieved life-changing health improvements with the Living Proof Institute after struggling with weight gain following open heart surgery. By utilizing intermittent fasting, Oura ring sleep tracking, and a science-based body fat scale, she succ…Brooke Maroldi · Living Light
WatchMelody Lost 15 Pounds in 40 Days and Found Freedom From Food DependencyMelody achieved a 15lb weight loss in the first 40 days with Fast To Faith. By blending a fresh food meal plan with spiritual practices like Lectio Divina and coaching from Morgan, she addressed the root causes of her food dependency, resulting in improved sl…Melody · Fast To Faith
WatchFormer Gym Teacher Reverses Pre-Diabetes and Drops A1c from 6.0 to 5.6Rory Wade used Mastering Diabetes to reverse pre-diabetic symptoms and fatty liver. By adopting a low-fat, whole-food, plant-based diet, he lowered his A1c from 6.0 to 5.6 in three months, reduced his weight from 181 to 168 pounds, and stabilized his fasting…Rory Wade · Mastering Diabetes
WatchTracy Bond Lost Over 50 Pounds and Resolved Menopausal Body CrampsTracy Bond achieved a 50-pound weight loss and resolved chronic body cramps through Denver Vitalist Medicine. Working with Dr. Tauzin, Bond transitioned through menopause with improved sleep, increased energy, and a new relationship with food. After seven mon…Tracy Bond · Denver Vitalist Medicine- Dr Amie HornamanWatchSarah Abts Lost 45 Pounds and Regained Independence After 14 YearsSarah Abts regained her life through Dr. Amie Hornaman’s one-on-one program after 14 years of untreated Hashimoto's. Sarah reported losing 45 pounds since starting in October, transitioning from being unable to work or drive to full independence. She credits…Sarah Abts · Dr Amie Hornaman
WatchJanet Reinhardt Lost 14 Pounds and Overcame Decades of Negative Self-TalkJanet Reinhardt achieved a 14-pound weight loss and a total mindset shift through the Jennifer Powter Weight Loss Academy. After decades of failed diets like Keto and Weight Watchers, Janet moved from 171 to 157 pounds by addressing the psychological causes o…Janet Reinhardt · Jennifer Powter
WatchEntrepreneur Eliminates Brain Fog and Loses 20 Pounds via Precision TestingTom Jackobs achieved significant health optimization through the Gapin Institute, losing nearly 20 pounds and eliminating persistent brain fog. By utilizing advanced diagnostics and a 200-marker blood panel, Jackobs identified food sensitivities and leaky gut…Tom Jackobs · Gapin Institute
WatchMiller Growth Helped Close Deals Faster at a Higher Price PointReuben Greet-Smith reports that Miller Growth delivered an immediate spike in revenue by helping his team close deals quickly at a higher price point than previously possible. By implementing Ben Miller’s discovery call frameworks and ChatGPT-driven feedback…Reuben Greet-Smith · Miller Growth
WatchTech Executive Reverses Uncontrolled Diabetes and Loses 70 Pounds Through Root-Cause CareMonty Bhatia achieved a 70-pound weight loss and stabilized his blood sugar at Lower The Dose under Dr. Jaiwant Rangi's care. After years of uncontrolled diabetes and a cardiac scare involving two blocked arteries, Bhatia transitioned from increasing medicati…Monty Bhatia · Lower The Dose
What they doubted first
- “If there were any hesitations it could have been a lack of confidence, because you're diving into something, it's a big commitment and you don't know how it's going to work out and I've tried pretty much everything under the sun often really committed to it a…”Brooke Maroldi
- “Rory Wade noted that while people are often hesitant to spend money, the price is a bargain compared to West Coast clinics that cost thousands. He highlighted the value of having a weekly coach and a structured system that doesn't rely on selling expensive su…”Rory Wade
- “Sarah Abts considered the program completely worth the investment, noting she had already spent over $100,000 on other doctors without results. She was so convinced by Dr. Amie's expertise that she told her husband she had to work with her regardless of the c…”Sarah Abts
Follow-up questions they answered
- Is the Living Proof Institute worth the financial investment?
- Brooke Maroldi noted that while the program was a fairly good-sized financial commitment, she felt her health was worth it. She had previously tried many expensive programs without success, but found this investment resulted in permanent weight loss. — Brooke Maroldi
- Does the Living Proof Institute program require a large time commitment?
- Brooke mentioned that the program is a big commitment time-wise, including weekly meetings with other participants. However, she found these meetings fun and helpful for seeing the progress of others further along in the journey. — Brooke Maroldi
- Will I feel judged for my weight at the Living Proof Institute?
- Brooke was surprised that she never felt like a 'fat person' or that her weight gain was her fault. She described the environment as positive, focusing on where you are and how to move forward. — Brooke Maroldi
- Is Fast To Faith just another restrictive diet program?
- Melody clarifies that it is a lifestyle change rather than a diet, featuring fresh foods without the need for pre-packaged bars or strict calorie counting. She noted that the program provides the 'why' behind food choices, removing the guilt associated with eating healthy fats. — Melody
- How does Fast To Faith address emotional eating?
- Melody found freedom by addressing the root issue of food dependency through spiritual tools like Lectio Divina and 'future gazing.' She transitioned from using food for emotional stability to going to God for her needs. — Melody
- What is the benefit of having a coach in the Fast To Faith program?
- Melody describes her coach, Morgan, as someone who walks alongside her rather than her being alone. She found that speaking to a coach about her struggles was significantly more effective than just journaling by herself. — Melody
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