Momentum Review – Weight lost in 4 weeks.

*UPDATE: Apparently a lot of people still very confused. Scroll to the end for TL;DR Version

Weight management has always been the longest battle I ever have in my life. People always talk about the highs and lows in life and mine is pretty much talking about my weight.

That’s me in August – 102kg. Big Face Is Big

I was 90kg during my wedding last October. Yes, 2014 Oct. Which means within 1 yr I actually put on a good 12kg. I told myself this is no joke and this got to stop. It is not funny at all because I’ve been very active. I visit the gym at least once a week, play basketball once a week and some alternate weeks I will go for short runs.

Can you imagine me without all these activities? So what was wrong? I convince myself that it is because of my gym visits that I’ve been putting on muscle weight but who am I kidding right?

I was very worried that I will continue to put on weight and I try to watch my diet and after 2 months, I lost 2kg and my weight loss plateau at 100kg. It seems like my metalbolism has left the building as I passed my 30^th birthday. 

So how much weight did I lose?

I guess I got it lucky because solution found me very quickly. I was introduced to a weight loss program known as Momentum. Got Picture Got Talk. Here’s a picture of me Nov 2015. 1 month odd into the program.

So I lost a good 8kg within 1 month with the help of Momentum Stage 1 program. Not photoshop hor, my face really much sharper.

This might look a bit fake because I’m all wrapped up.

Six Pack (coming soon) #JustSayin. Look at my collar bone!! OMG! I MISS YOU COLLAR BONE!! 

So now I’m standing at 1.80m weighting 92kg. Not exactly ideal yet but I say WIP.

So what is Momentum?

Momentum might look a little intimidating at 1^st glance. Pills booklet and all. If you want me to summarize Momentum in one sentence, this would be it:

“Momentum is a lesson to change your lifestyle.”

Momentum ain’t just about pills eating and miracle happening. It is a lesson that change your life. Yes, it requires some discpline to watch your diet but it is one that is worth spending effort on.

The month of October has been a tough month for me as I attended 3 parties and  I was stuck in reservist for 2 weeks. I can’t prepare my own food in camp and I had to work around it myself.

A full 3 stage plan that will change your life.

Momentum is a 3 stage program. My 30 days program is just stage 1 and stage 2 and 3 is more about maintaining the lifestyle.

The 3 main players of Momentum would be Diet Plan, Carnitine and Multi Vitamin.

Diet Plan

Diet doesn’t means starving yourself silly and neither does it mean that you eat nothing but an apple a day.  In Momentum’s diet plan, not only does it teaches you what can be eaten and what can’t be, it also includes a detailed recipe book where you can follow. As the picture shows above, it can be very delicious too!

That means I must cook daily?

I got it easy with my maid and wife helping me to prepare the healthy meals. But I must confess that I did not follow very closely to the plan because of the parties and reservist but I do my best.

There are days that I had no choice but to eat out as well. Yes, I “cheated” on the program. There were days that I had mix vegetable rice as lunch and it is really not that hard. I avoided certain food type according to the advice given in the program. I am very into alcohol but I avoided beer and go whiskey on the rock instead. 

Diet is really a lifestyle and if you jump into it without cutting yourself some slacks, you will just go crazy one day and eat it all and you will then bounce back. I think what really worked well for me is that I really had to ease myself into it. On days where you have very bad cravings, I believe you can still cheat but at a small amount.

End result? 8kgs in 30 days. Can you imagine the effect if I managed to stick closer? I was actually aiming for 12 kg at least but I guess I can keep working on it.

Carnitine

Drip this under your tongue daily.

What is Carnitine?

Carnitine is a vitamin-like organic compound that is synthesized by the body using amino acids lysine and methionine, with the help of vitamin C and iron. The body usually produces about 10 percent of required Carnitine. Because the body’s own Carnitine synthesis only reaches an optimum level at about the age of 15, it has become a popular supplement for baby milk formula.

What does Carnitine do?

Carnitine plays a crucial role in energy production, helping fatty acids reach the mitochondria, the cell’s power producers, where they are converted into energy In short, Carnitine helps the body to optimally burn energy.

•   The Carnitine supplement strengthens the effect of the Carnitrin® ampules during Stage 1 of the Momentum® Program because it (just like the ampules) contains a high dosage of Carnitine. 


•   The high dosage ensures that the fat metabolism is stimulated and helps clients to burn as much fat as possible in Stage 1 without losing energy. 


•   The food supplement is also suitable for usage in Stage 2 and 3, especially for clients who want to burn more fat. 


So what is in it? Is it even safe?

Here’s the chart and you can actually google and do your research on each of the ingredient.

Super Effect!

Not only does carnitine has no negative side effect, it actually has positive effect too. Carnitine has also been shown to reduce fatigue and serve as an appetite suppressant as well. Therefore, l-carnitine would be a major asset to have in your arsenal when you are dieting. It not only will help keep your body from storing fat, but it will increase your aerobic capacity to help you burn more calories. After the 2nd stage, customers are also encourage to buy Carnitine supplements to continue in their weight loss journey, but it is optional.

Multi Vitamin

Carnitine, Multi Vitamn Pills and a Momentum measuring tape!

The multi-vitamins in the Momentum® box is to replace the vitamins we are missing from the diet. Hence, it is also an important source during the diet. The ingredients and compositions of MV is found in the attachments.

All these products are made in the Netherlands. They are suitable for vegetarians and it doesn’t contain allergens.

Will the weight bounce back or not ah?

This is almost like asking me if the new BMW you buy can drive for the next 50yrs. (COE aside for debate purposes)

If you follow this life style half hearted or celebrate your weight lost by eating and stop being active I am sure no magical pills can save your life.

Like I mentioned earlier, Momentum is not just a dieting product but also a change of lifestyle. If you can keep up the lifestyle and learn how to manage your life with the help of momentum, you will be the person you wish to see in the mirror.

Of course, it is easier said than done. I am also learning.  And I think (I hope) I will not be weak and give in to the dark side again. (Oh yeah, can’t wait for the new Starwars movie)

How can I be part of this?

Simple right? So how can you be part of this too?

1 box Momentum® 

Additional 1 box Multi-Vitamins 

Additional 1 box Carnitine 

How do I get them?

You may check them out on their site : http://mymomentum.com.sg

You can also call Jessica at 9231 1472 for more information and purchase!

If I quote I read your blog got discount or not ah?

Confirm got good deal if you quote this post or my big name. (LOL).  

Special Code: Smith’s Friend

Bonus Unlock: - You will get a discount of $100 off!! Not bad to be my friend right? (I mean besides how I always verbal abuse you guys.)

So what are you waiting for? CHEONG AH!! Go check out their site or give Jessica a call NAO!!!! #MaiTuLiao

P.S. This is not some MLM Scam hor. 

TL;DR VERSION: 

1. YES, THIS IS SPONSORED BUT WEIGHT LOSS IS REAL. 
2. Momentum includes: 1. That potion thing you drink (carnitine) 2. That pill thing you eat (Vitamin)     3. Recipes and Instruction that will change you life and 4. The measuring tape.
3. For those interested, no it doesn't kills your sex drive. (wtf question people ask me.)