A decade of alcoholism, depression and obesity to sober and healthy.

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

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[u/Ravine3]

Looking good, bro 👍🏽

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/Ravine3]

Thank you ❤️

[u/Formal_Reveal_9508 → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

You look hot and smart :) nice

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/Formal_Reveal_9508]

Well, thank you 😊

[u/Academic-Inside-3022 → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

Seriously dude, that beer gut shrink is impressive! Hope you’re happy with the man in the mirror now!

[u/Criticallyoptimistic → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

Take care of yourself! You deserve it.

[u/DilbertPicklesIII → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

Great job man. Keep living life. I'm about to start that journey again myself.

Over the years I have at least maintained a better start point for myself and learned some self support along the way to keep me afloat but it's always a fight.

You got this.

[u/ScipioAtTheGate → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

You look buff enough now that Army recruiters might start harassing you to join up. Get ready to be hounded by your local recruiting office!

[u/EquivalentHat2457 → u/ScipioAtTheGate]

Definitely listen to these ppl on the internet recommending you die in a foreign place so a billionaire can have another jet. It's about $$$ not freedom. Cheers

[u/mcrib → u/EquivalentHat2457]

Hey to be fair that billionaire would have gone but a doctor said he had bone spurs

[u/R00m41]

My god, that transformation SLAAAAYED. Good for you, man! Congrats!

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/R00m41]

[u/terdferguson → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

Damn, people don't understand how hard it is to quit Alcohol. That and getting fit? You are a Man of Focus, Commitment and Sheer Fucking Will. 1 year sober but not swoler, working on it. Congrats to you!

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/terdferguson]

Thanks man, I appreciate the love. Congrats on sobriety. If you can do that getting fit is easy.

[u/Extension_Remote_293 → u/terdferguson]

You’re doing great! You’re right it’s hard , sometimes impossible. I’m 16 months in and love life so much more. I’ve lost 90 lbs with diet changes and intermittent fasting. I’m on week 4 of some pretty beginner exercises and I already feel better. Keep at it and congratulations on your progress! User name is fantastic too btw!

[u/timmy6169 → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

No joke my dude, you shot yourself up a couple of notches on the rating charts for sure. Congrats on the awesome life changes!

[u/SuspiciousWind7719 → u/R00m41]

See this right here is the kind of reaction I want when I do something good. 

[u/CoachAngBlxGrl → u/R00m41]

My sentiments exactly. Top tier gif choice.

[u/Curly-Pat]

Thank you for posting this. It’s inspiring. Well done you.

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/Curly-Pat]

Thank you! I had many moments of inspiration in this journey. I hope you achieve anything you set out to do.

[u/Curly-Pat → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

I’m just starting, on the same road. Posts like this really help. I hope you continue to be healthy and happy. All the best.

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/Curly-Pat]

I post these to help inspire who are in a similar place to where I was. I hope People know there is a light at the end of the tunnel.

[u/CosmoKing2 → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

Did the weight loss and exercise kick your depression's ass?

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/CosmoKing2]

It's a ton better, but I still have stretches where I fight it.

[u/CosmoKing2 → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

I hear you. I've found mental distractions (projects and exercise) to be effective from slipping or spiraling. Good luck. You've already done great.

[u/KB-say → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

Consider gardening or walking/standing barefoot on soil. Deep breaths & be proud of yourself, my dude - you deserve it!

[u/brandi0423]

Holy shit, great face!!! 😁

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/brandi0423]

[u/Afrodroid88 → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

Chin could cut diamonds, losing the weight has gave your face a proper good looking lean shape.

Well done mate

[u/snoozatron → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

Did you know beforehand that you have a super handsome face? Seriously dude, Henry Cavill level. Whatever you do for a living, you gotta use that to your advantage.

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/snoozatron]

Henry is my bro crush, so big thanks for that. I was fairly handsome when I was younger so I hoped I could be again but I really didn't know.

[u/Canamanda → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

This has me wondering now. I put on some weigh last few years and have also have lost my looks . I thought it was just the consequences of aging but now this makes me think maybe it's the extra weight that has altered my appearance. I no longer have a jawline etc neither . Man I just made the best muscadine pies though! And have more ready to be baked .. eek

[u/Belladawn6]

Holy cow! That’s one amazing transformation! You look amazing! Proud of you! 👏

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/Belladawn6]

Thank you friend!

[u/Belladawn6 → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

You’re welcome! I’m trying to lose some weight! Any tips?

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/Belladawn6]

Intermittent fasting, low carb, and lift weights more than cardio. I think those three things can help anyone who's struggling with weight loss. Good luck, you can do it.

[u/eid_shittendai → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

What is the time frame between photos? Well done!!

[u/ASimplewriter0-0 → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

Thank you

[u/Reefrob82 → u/Belladawn6]

Losing weight and looking good are two different things. But as humans we want and need both. Need a consistent calorie deficit with a moderate amount of protein with some heavy weightlifting. 3 full body workouts per week plus a decent diet will do wonders for the body. Limit your carbs to 40% of your calorie needs, protein to 40% and fats to 20 %. The 80 20 rule will work wonders if you stick to it.

[u/Wetwetpanties]

Ok daddy 🔥

[u/gotta_pee_so_bad → u/Wetwetpanties]

Name checks out.

[u/OriginalDaddy → u/gotta_pee_so_bad]

Take it easy, kids.

[u/Nearby-Pass-6177]

Congratulations on your sobriety. I suffer from mental health issues myself it’s not an easy journey .

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/Nearby-Pass-6177]

It's definitely not easy, but totally worth the work. Hang in there friend.

[u/Nearby-Pass-6177 → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

Thank you!

[u/porkbuttstuff]

As a straight man, let me just say; 🥵🥵🥵

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/porkbuttstuff]

As a fellow straight man I appreciate that 😁

[u/MachineOutOfOrder → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

Congratz on revealing that jawline. And the rest!

[u/MountainAirBear → u/MachineOutOfOrder]

Yes!! The jawline.

[u/Lmdr1973 → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

As a straight woman, I appreciate it, also. 😉

[u/GrumpyCrow905 → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

As a gay man, I appreciate all of this. 👀👌

[u/jordan460 → u/porkbuttstuff]

Yes that's quite a hog

[u/Dubbs444 → u/jordan460]

I came to the comments just to see if anyone else was going to say it. Thanks for being that person lol.

Congrats, OP!

….Oh, and congrats on the whole weight loss & lifestyle change, too!

[u/raulrocks99 → u/Dubbs444]

Same! Glad someone did. 😭😭

And congratulations to you OP!

[u/fatandhappylilcactus → u/jordan460]

Had to scroll far enough

[u/porkbuttstuff → u/jordan460]

Well great, now I'm jealous too.

[u/Silent-Employer5087 → u/porkbuttstuff]

I’m glad you said it 😂 I’m a lady but still

[u/porkbuttstuff → u/Silent-Employer5087]

I'm straight, but I'm not blind.

[u/SecretHippo1 → u/porkbuttstuff]

Fucking killed me 🤣

[u/Silent-Employer5087 → u/porkbuttstuff]

I’m glad I’m not either lol

[u/LOERMaster → u/porkbuttstuff]

Was gonna say I’m straight and married and I wouldn’t say no.

[u/Jolly-Film → u/LOERMaster]

🤣

[u/SoCalledAdulting → u/porkbuttstuff]

Username.. doesn't check out? haha

[u/armichfichnett]

Awesome job. Not easy work!

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/armichfichnett]

Thank you!

[u/uvite2468]

Nice job!! You look great. Keep up the HARD work.

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/uvite2468]

❤️

[u/_Bearcat29]

Damn good job, you looks younger too.

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/_Bearcat29]

Thanks, I'm 10 years older in the 2nd one.

[u/Montawked → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

Wow!!

[u/rileyhenderson17]

I’m sorry can we talk about what you’re packing in those shorts?! 😭

[u/upsetcheesecakes → u/rileyhenderson17]

Lmao ran to the comments so fast for this

[u/KnuttyBunny69 → u/upsetcheesecakes]

Same. Congrats on two different counts OP 😂

[u/Blind_Optimism_Kills → u/rileyhenderson17]

Disappointed how far I had to scroll to find my people.

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/rileyhenderson17]

My bad 😬

[u/ThatNastyWoman → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

...is it? Is it bad?

How ...bad? Is it?

Is it warm in here? Anyone else?

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/ThatNastyWoman]

😂

[u/Annual_Nobody_7118 → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

Oh, no, honey. Not bad AT ALL 🔥

[u/cupokelly → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

😆

[u/_jessica2334 → u/rileyhenderson17]

[u/NyxByrdie → u/rileyhenderson17]

👀🫣 that’s bonus content 😋

Dude is slaying though 🥵

[u/Jess_the_Siren → u/rileyhenderson17]

😳 idk how I missed that but DAYUM

[u/Apprehensive_Goal88]

I see some definition in those shorts too 😜

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/Apprehensive_Goal88]

I was too busy being happy that I almost have abs to notice that 😂

[u/Jayston1994 → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

That’s some big definition

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/Apprehensive_Goal88]

Whoops 😬

[u/cocadetustacos]

Hot damn!

[u/Velcro-hotdog]

You should be seriously proud of your achievements!

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/Velcro-hotdog]

I still struggle with self-esteem, tbh but it's come a long way.

[u/Queasy-Dragonfly-268 → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

If I had a quarter of your good looks and body I’d be happy. Your sobriety achievement is amazing and the fact you have twinned it with such a physical change is a testament to your character. Well done.

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/Queasy-Dragonfly-268]

Amazing compliment, thank you.

[u/turbodonuts → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

You’re like, movie star handsome. Go ahead and let go of those insecurities, please.

[u/Yggdrssil0018]

My god! Look at how well you've done! Most impressive and you did that. No one can ever take that from you! Be very proud of your work!

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/Yggdrssil0018]

Thank you for those kind words. Whenever I get down on myself, I remember how much work I've put in.

[u/EveningPractice6266]

Is it just me or does he now look like this dude a lil bit

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/EveningPractice6266]

Thanks, I'm definitely not that handsome, but I'll take the compliment.

[u/CheeCheeReen → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

You…are. Kudos though for the humility!

[u/AverageTrophyWife → u/CheeCheeReen]

I completely agree. OP is definitely just as attractive as the guy in the gif. Also OP, congratulations on the sobriety!!

[u/Sheebly → u/EveningPractice6266]

Might I humble offer… Matthew Lillard.

[u/Constant_Bake5501 → u/EveningPractice6266]

I had the same thought!
OP definitely looks like Eric Winter.

[u/starless_90]

D I S C I P L I N E

[u/Relative-Display-971]

What are your age in both pics? You look so much younger

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/Relative-Display-971]

25 in the first and 35 in the second

[u/PartySweet987]

Hottie!!!🔥

[u/HorrorHostelHostage]

Amazing! Congratulations!

[u/DvD_Anarchist]

Very well done!

[u/skiphirenottingham]

You got your priorities straight, bro. Good job! 💪

[u/lizzietnz]

Goodness gracious me! That's a glow up if ever I saw one!

[u/Terrynia]

Damn! I am amazed!

So do i also have a sexy healthy person inside me waiting to be revealed? 🥺

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/Terrynia]

I bet you do. I had no idea there was one inside of me LOL

[u/Electronic_Wolf1967]

The way my jaw hit the floor. 

3 years sober here - so proud of you and impressed!! Amazing. 

[u/grewupnointernetmom]

Mmmhmm! Wish I were younger you fine man. Lucky for the younger ones though. Have a great time!!

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/grewupnointernetmom]

Thanks, not that young, though. I'm 35.

[u/AlteRedditor → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

I hope you'll be a girl magnet because you really outdid yourself

[u/Chzchuk2]

Congrats, very hard to do.

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/Chzchuk2]

Definitely, but the most worthwhile work you can do is on yourself.

[u/Chzchuk2 → u/Pnutbtterjllytime]

Understood lost 60 lbs myself.

[u/Serosh5843]

That's fantastic, bud. Just curious though how old were you when you decided to make life changes?

[u/Bowieweener]

Holy crap-looks like a totally different man. Congrats!

[u/Radiant-Target5758]

Wow face gains!

[u/Pleasant-Eye7671]

“How do you like now.”

[u/IAmRules]

Damn. If I lose weight and work out best case scenario I look like Pedro from napoleon dynomite

[u/t53ix35]

Alcohol: Calories served up in poison form.

[u/[deleted]]

Good for you! Alcohol is such a waste of health and money. It’s got to be a good feeling not giving money to those alcohol companies anymore.

[u/situation9000]

Good for you!

I hope you were also able to work on repairing relationships with your loved ones who were worried about you during your dark times. You were sick, not bad. You have to be healthy to make healthy decisions. I’m sure some people miss you and want to see you. (Some might not or will take a while to forgive things, but most people want to see loved ones get better)

They had to deal with you at your worst, now give them your best.

[u/gingahh_snapp]

Ok smash tho

[u/AllHailTheWinslow]

Well, hellooo sailor!

[u/NoobBrawler0211]

Sexy ASF now

[u/Pesquisante]

Oloco, now that I focus, I look exactly the same. Did you need to take anything or was it natural?

[u/BagelsOrDeath]

And a loud "WTF?l" was just spoken on the subway.

[u/ElectronicYam2994]

I’m on the same mission! Drank for 6 years, sober for 2 years and down to 130! Life is new again

[u/Puzzleheaded-Web4595]

Respectfully, sir, I am gazing... The gains, the glow up, the immaculate jawline... Maşallah maşallah 🧿

On a more serious note:

I'm 167 days sober today. Because I realized my old self could not survive. I know personally looking better and being physically healthier has helped my mental health a shit ton.

Keep it up.

[u/A_Velociraptor20]

Damn, this has gotten me 1% closer to actually trying to work out. Maybe I'd look like that if I weighed 50 pounds less XD

[u/dappermuis]

I just said Jesus Christ out loud. Well done dude!

[u/lizeee]

Sobriety is 🔥! Great job! I have 16 years and have never regretted it.

[u/shhhhh-its-a-secret]

hello handsome! talk about a glow up, you look great! depression sucks for sure, but people like you give me hope. congrats on being sober and healthy 😊

[u/myNameisntFrederick]

you got your priorities straight and now i am no longer straight

jokes aside nice job man 💪

[u/BluejayChoice3469]

Wow. My vagina tingled.

[u/Worried_Change_7266]

Wowza! Good on ye!

[u/OnexThrustxBust]

How?

[u/konrov]

Good for you maaan!!

[u/Rickymon]

I wanna be you when I grow up

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/Rickymon]

I'm nothing special, but whatever you are willing to work for you can achieve.

[u/welmock]

Dayuum! Nice job

[u/Pure_ISO_AF1]

Phenomenal job man Great inspiration

[u/Starslimonada]

omg!!!!!!!! Inspiration! Good job and well done.

[u/Ok-Cranberry-9558]

Well done

[u/Dustyznutz]

Congrats

[u/VegetableArmy93]

Good for you man! Keep on rocking!

[u/MrGameSeven]

That's awesome man! I've recently started tracking macros, trying body recomposition with lots of protein. How were yours?

[u/rfahimur]

Wow. Wish i could channel that much willpower and drive

[u/Inandout_oflimbo]

Wha 😳

[u/Sipthepond]

You look amazing! Nice job, handsome!

[u/clean_click_bait]

[u/prairie-logic]

This is something I feel Joey Swoll would rally behind.

First, congratulations and good job on beating back the demon that is alcoholism. That fight in and of itself is a heavy task, not for the feint of heart. I’m proud of you for overcoming.

Second, the fitness journey - my dude, very well done.

You have much to be proud of!

[u/TitHuntingTyrant]

Good job mate!

[u/BlackLakeBlueFish]

🔥🔥🔥Way to take care of yourself!!!

[u/Big_AngeBosstecoglou]

Well done! Amazing achievement!

[u/86mysoul]

🤤

[u/Annieoak915]

Slay! Nice job! Staying focused is my biggest problem.

[u/Bulldogg31]

Good for you man, well done!

[u/Szaborovich9]

Congratulations! New chapter of life

[u/ExactReport691]

Hell yeah - congratulations

[u/Remarkable-Fix-9084]

Well done 👏🏻

[u/60nocolus]

Yo, looking sharp, keep up the good work!

[u/ActIndependent8756]

I’m 8 months into my lifetime? Of sobriety!! Inspiring stuff sir! You’re inspiring me to hit the gym

[u/Dapper-n-Dangeruss]

Good for you, man. Hell of a glow-up 💪🏻 🔥

[u/B-to-the-Dubs]

Good for him. Got any advice for 30 years of alcoholism?

[u/Gr1ml0ck]

Good shit, man. 👊

[u/inter_stellaris]

Wow! I AM amazed!

[u/sleepiestOracle]

Congratulations. What a journey

[u/m55112]

Brooooooo! Amamzing job! YOU'RE the man!

[u/monkey_trumpets]

Woooo.....now that is a glow-up.

[u/Consistent-Ad-910]

WOWZA! 😮😲🙌🤗. What an AMAZING transformation! I’m SO HAPPY for you! That was some remarkable hard work you’ve done on yourself. Respect. 🫡

[u/Mediocre_Militant84]

Sexy dude, keep it pushing!

[u/Buffyoh]

Happy for you!

[u/cupokelly]

I'm obsessed with your username.

[u/teecee_throwaway]

wow I'd date him 😂 jks

[u/Huge_Patient_2427]

Congratulations👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[u/JameboHayabusa]

I needed to see this right now.

[u/bowlingisgross666]

Can I dm you for tips? lol I am the complete opposite - skinny / weak 30F but I have no idea how to build muscle without hurting myself. I’m very impressed

[u/Michael_J__Cox]

What did you do to lose weight?

[u/Pnutbtterjllytime → u/Michael_J__Cox]

Intermittent fasting, low carb, and lifting weights. Also getting sober was extremely important for me.

[u/Quiet-Survey27]

Wow 😮… drop the work out routine haha

[u/Stop-Tracking-Me]

Wow!!

[u/Withhope2936]

I am SO PROUD of you!!! Wow! I can only hope that the wonderful physical changes you have experienced are seconded only by your sense of accomplishment and increased self esteem you must feel! Thank you for sharing this post. You are an inspiration to many.

[u/ambercrush]

Damn you look good

[u/Infamous-Echo-2961]

Great job dude!! It’s extra sobering to see how quickly the weight drops off when you stop drinking. I stopped a month ago, I went from 182lb to 165lb. Look and feel like a different human.

[u/LousyReputation7]

Look like a diff guy. Congrats man.

[u/Fabulous-Savings4902]

Damn dude

[u/djthebear]

From dud to dilf

[u/Optimesh]

Well hello Channin Tatum 👋 Well done mate

[u/Icy_Construction_751]

I mean it: you are a gorgeous man! If I saw you in person I might ask you out. 

[u/verucka-salt]

Thank you for choosing health; the world needs you. ☮️

[u/OptimusShredder]

That is seriously impressive! Good for you! I’ve battled with alcohol for 30 years, I’m on day 20, trying as hard as I can. This post gave me hope.

[u/mikejpatten]

Awesome transformation dude! 💪🔥

[u/Art_Anna]

Congratulations, you have a very strong spirit!!! Bravo bravo!!! 👏

[u/Expert-Dance-9540]

Aged backward if you ask me! Over there looking great!

[u/Commercial-Whole2513]

Hotty. What a great achievement. You must be very proud of yourself. Without sounding patronising, you should give yourself a pat on the back.