The Start Yesterday Podcast

We Lost 350 Pounds... But That Wasn’t the Hardest Part


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Two men. Over 350 pounds lost. But the real transformation? It wasn’t physical. In this raw and unfiltered episode, Puffy sits down with Kyle Johnston to unpack what rock bottom really looks like & how they both crawled out. From failed suicide attempts to building businesses and rediscovering purpose, this isn’t just about fat loss… it’s about identity, pain, and rebuilding from scratch.

🎧 Topics We Cover:

Hitting 400lbs and losing yourself

Surviving mental health breakdowns

Rewiring your mindset for lasting change

Why fitness alone isn’t the fix Business, brotherhood & becoming the 2.0 version If you're stuck, struggling, or starting over—this one's for you.

Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Transformation Journeys 02:48 The Catalyst for Change 06:08 The 1% Better Philosophy 08:58 Overcoming Adversity and Building a New Life 12:01 The Challenge of Bodybuilding 15:02 Mindset and the First 30 Days 18:01 Financial Investment in Health 21:03 Understanding Intermittent Fasting 24:40 The Importance of Tracking Macros 26:09 Mindset: The Key to Transformation 30:10 Overcoming Challenges: PCOS and Weight Loss 33:30 Implementation Over Information 43:23 Mental Health: Journaling and Therapy Insights 44:24 Navigating Mental Health and Therapy 51:34 The Role of Action in Overcoming Challenges 01:00:33 Embracing Change and Personal Growth

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The Start Yesterday PodcastBy Adam "Puffy" Gould