Maryjo said: I write regarding the Michael Thurmond Six Week Body Makeover plan. I would recommend the plan but only with modifications  I added small amounts of skim milk. I also use small amounts of olive oil when stir frying certain foods.  A little bit of fat adds a huge amount of flavor.  As most people consume way too much salt in their diets (fast foods, processed foods, etc.), I assume the unbelievable weight loss experienced the first week represents primarily water loss (I lost 9 lbs. my first week).  Cutting down on salt and refined sugar is a definite plus with this diet.  You just don't realize how much salt or sugar (or fat for that matter) you eat until you reduce the amount.  As a result of reducing the intake of salt and sugar, foods can taste better.  I also added salad dressing (regular store bought dressing).  I use it in moderation, but it toso adds a tremendous amount of flavor with little sacrifice to the plan.

This is NOT an easy plan to stay on.  I purchased the plan at the end of April, and I began the plan in early May.  While I stuck to the plan exactly as recommended for a couple of weeks, to continue much longer without modification would have meant diet burn-out for me. My husband only made it through a week and a half, realizing a weight loss of 3 lbs., when he decided the plan just wasn't for him. Since modifying the plan slightly, I am losing an average of 1.5 to 2 lbs. per week.  My total weight loss in 11 weeks is 26 lbs.  The exercises are relatively easy too, once you get your routine memorized.  And don¹t forget, they also recommend that you walk for at least 30 minutes per day in addition to their biweekly exercise routine. Thank you for the opportunity to comment. Maryjo, Houston, TX

Kenneth said: I have been on the Michael Thurmond Six Week Body Makeover plan for two months and I'm still sold.  I have lost almost 30 pounds. I still need to lose 30 more pounds to reach the point where I want to be. I have tried many other diets but nothing seem to work for me. I admit the exercise routine is boring to stay with but it is something that I am willing to do if it means losing weight and it's only two times a week.

This plan also incorporates walking for thirty minutes a day. There have been several days when the weather wasn't cooperative or when I just could not fit it in and I think that if I had been able to do that I would have lost even more weight. I do miss a lot of my favorite foods but I sure do not miss the weight that I have lost. I would recommend this plan to anyone who is serious about losing weight. Thank you Diet Bites. Kenneth in smaller pants!!!!

Ella said: The Michael Thurmond Six Week Body Makeover plan is a very hard plan to lose weight with but it works. I would not advise anyone to go on this diet unless they are very serious about losing weight. I have been on the Michael Thurmond Makeover for three weeks.  The first week I lost seven pounds and so I did not mind that the diet was so hard because I lost so much weight. The next week I only lost two pounds.  Last week I only lost another three pounds. So far that makes my weight loss at twelve pounds in a bit over three weeks.

I would like to lose the weight faster but I think that overall I have done okay. I am beginning to have people comment on my weight loss and that is good because if it is showing to other people that I have lost weight, then although I cannot really see that much of a change then it must be a good thing that others can see the difference. I have went down one size in clothing (dress size). Losing the weight is thrilling but I am considering modifying the plan because I feel like I may binge if I don't. The exercise part is too grilling and I have put that aside and walk two times a week. I hope this helps anyone that is thinking about going on the Michael Thurmond plan. Thanks, Diet Bites. Ella from the South

Dennis said: I stumbled across an online review of Michael Thurmond's 6 week makeover plan...I have been using it since June 7th and have lost 60 lbs...So I am definitely one of those "satisfied" customers. Dennis, Charleston SC

Cheri said: I have been on so many diets but this one is different or at least I was ready to stick to one and reach my goals. The first week alone I lost 9 pounds! I went from 190 to 181. I am still plugging away and am very happy eating healthier and I am never starving myself. This program has definitely worked for me! Cheri

Joe said: The Michael Thurmond Six Week Body Makeover plan is great!  I actually got on the plan by accident.  My wife ordered everything and after two weeks, quit cold turkey. She said it was too hard and I made fun of her. Then she challenged me to stick to the plan. I had been to my doctor the week before and was thinking about going on the plan with her.  Several of my readings were not good including cholesterol, blood pressure and I came up as a borderline for the diabetic workup. So I took her up on her challenge!

Eight weeks later, I am thirty-five pounds lighter. I have another doctor's visit scheduled in four weeks so I am trying to drop another five pounds before that time, which I think that I can certainly accomplish. My doctor is going to be pleased, unlike my wife who is still giving me rotten looks. The exercise plan is great but I have increased my activity level and that has really helped me to stay focused.  I also feel much better that I am moving again. And the more that I move, the better that I feel.  I still like fifty more pounds that I need to drop but I'm sticking with the plan (even if my wife didn't).  Thanks a bunch, Diet Bites. Joe, Tyler, Texas