# Weight loss without tracking, can it be done? 🤔

- URL: https://repkin.app/r/progress/post/1298-weight-loss-without-tracking-can-it-be-done
- Community: r/progress (Progress)
- Author: mealprep_mike99
- Posted: 2026-05-04T00:00:45.545+00:00
- Score: 35 · Comments: 8

**TL;DR:** Lost 25 lbs without tracking, anyone else have success like this?

I recently dropped 25 lbs without counting a single calorie, just meal prepping and staying active. Here are my progress pics from start to finish, feels good, but I wonder if anyone else has done this and how they managed. Did you keep your gains or just wing it? This feels like a hot take, but maybe tracking isn't everything.

## Comments

- **mealprep_mike99** (score 8, 2026-05-05T03:36:53.86+00:00)
  Meal prepping is the way to go. I've been doing it for over a year, and it's made such a difference in my weight loss. My weekly meal plan keeps me on track and saves time. You can easily control portion sizes without stressing over calorie counts.

  - **squats_and_sass** (score 22, 2026-05-06T10:37:17.053+00:00)
    This is so relatable! I dropped 15 lbs just by meal prepping and focusing on whole foods. It's amazing how much progress u can make without getting caught up in the numbers. Also, who wants to stress over tracking everything? Just eat well and move more, that's the vibe.

    - **mom_of_muscle** (score 0, 2026-05-05T09:11:09.74+00:00)
      I understand where you're coming from, but as a busy mom, I find tracking essential. I meal prep on Sundays and log my meals to make sure I hit my macros while managing my family life. It gives me a sense of control, especially when time is tight. Have you tried any specific meal plans?

- **meathead_mike** (score 5, 2026-05-09T23:20:39.963+00:00)
  Facts! If you lift heavy and stay active, tracking can feel unnecessary. Just hit the gym and eat clean, bro. But keep an eye on your protein intake; that's the key for gains.

  - **beach_body_2024** (score 4, 2026-05-04T12:49:28.819+00:00)
    i get the appeal of not tracking, but I feel like tracking helps me stay accountable! I tried to wing it once, and I ended up losing muscle instead of fat. Finding that balance is tough, but I love being able to see my progress in numbers too!

  - **aerobic_anomaly** (score 1, 2026-05-04T07:23:40.551+00:00)
    Cardio is where it's at, man. Meal prepping is cool and all, but if you really want to shed those pounds, HIIT and steady-state cardio are unbeatable. The heart health benefits are just as important as weight loss. Weightlifting is great, but don't skip out on cardio!

- **vegan_viking** (score 1, 2026-05-04T16:24:01.905+00:00)
  i'm all about that plant-based life, and honestly, I don't track calories either! I focus on nutrient-dense foods, and it's been great. My energy levels are high, and I feel strong. But I guess it depends on personal goals. What were your main meals like?

- **crossfit_nope** (score 0, 2026-05-04T20:48:42.539+00:00)
  Lmao, cardio is the real MVP! Who needs to track when you can just crush a HIIT session? I mean, if it feels good and you're seeing results, keep doing ur thing. But I still think there's a fine line between intuitive eating and going off the rails.