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EPISODE · Jul 21, 2026 · 33 MIN

He Lost 190 Pounds and Kept It Off for 17 Years. Here's How.

from Against The Norm · host Norman Calvo

At age 49, Stanley Bronstein weighed 367 pounds and was headed down a dangerous path. He had tried diets, quick fixes, and temporary solutions for years. Nothing lasted.Then everything changed.Today, more than 17 years later, Stanley has lost nearly 190 pounds and kept it off—without surgery, without weight-loss drugs, and without the shortcuts that so many people rely on today.In this candid conversation, Stanley shares the mindset shifts that finally worked, why most people regain the weight they lose, and the simple daily habits that transformed his health and his life.We also discuss the growing popularity of GLP-1 medications, the dangers of seeking quick fixes, how to recover after setbacks, and why perfection is often the enemy of progress.If you've ever struggled with weight, fitness, aging, or making lasting changes in your life, this episode offers a powerful reminder that it's never too late to start over.In this episode: How Stanley lost nearly 190 pounds and kept it off for 17 years  Why most diets fail in the long run  His controversial take on GLP-1 weight-loss drugs  The importance of mindset and personal responsibility  Why "Are you willing?" may be the most important question you'll ever ask yourself  How to recover when you inevitably fall off track  The difference between perfection and excellence  Why getting older doesn't have to mean getting weaker Stanley's final message is simple:"Kick ass. I'm going to get started right now."That's exactly how you'll feel when this episode ends.Contact us:   againstthenorm.net

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At age 49, Stanley Bronstein weighed 367 pounds and was headed down a dangerous path. He had tried diets, quick fixes, and temporary solutions for years. Nothing lasted. Then everything changed. Today, more than 17 years later, Stanley has lost nearly 190 pounds and kept it off—without surgery, without weight-loss drugs, and without the shortcuts that so many people rely on today. In this candid conversation, Stanley shares the mindset shifts that finally worked, why most people regain the we...

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