Utah Man Loses 155 Pounds Through Diet and Exercise

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After reaching his highest weight of 350 pounds a couple of years ago, Anthony Kochevar has lost 155 pounds, gained muscle, and shed fat through a healthier diet and exercise routine. The 51-year-old from South Jordan, Utah, did it without using GLP-1 weight loss drugs, instead relying on eating more fruits and vegetables, walking, and lifting weights at his workplace gym.

Why it matters

Kochevar's story highlights that significant weight loss and improved health can be achieved through lifestyle changes alone, without the need for prescription weight loss medications. His transformation also demonstrates the benefits of having access to workplace fitness facilities and the importance of perseverance, as this was his third attempt at major weight loss.

The details

Kochevar had struggled with weight his entire life, with a history of weight gain and loss. His highest weight was 350 pounds, which he reached a couple of years ago. He then tried the Noom app-based weight management program and lost about 50 pounds in a year by eating more fruits and vegetables and cutting out processed and junk foods. In January 2025, he started running and doing more cardio, and the following April he began weightlifting with the help of a personal trainer, which is when he saw the most dramatic results. Today, Kochevar weighs 195 pounds and has gained a significant amount of muscle.

• In October 2023, Kochevar decided to lose weight again after reaching his highest weight of 350 pounds.
• In January 2025, Kochevar started running and doing more cardio.
• In April 2025, Kochevar began weightlifting with the help of a personal trainer.

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