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Weight Loss Update: How Running and Calorie Counting Helped This User Lose over 100Lbs

Learn about one reddit user's weight loss journey through calorie counting and running. Discover tips and tricks for losing weight in a healthy and sustainable way.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A photo of a 5'4" woman showing a weight cut from 283 pounds to 169 pounds. A total loss of 114 pounds.
F/27/5'4 [283 > 169 = 114lbs] Running and calorie counting are awesome!
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Reddit user lady-f0x recently shared her incredible weight loss journey and progress shots. After starting at 283lbs and standing at 5'4", she has lost over 100lbs through a combination of running and calorie counting.

Discovering the Right Tools

The reddit user started her journey through Weight Watchers, but eventually transitioned to My Fitness Pal as it was the most efficient way for her to lose weight. She set a goal of 1300 calories a day, which worked well for her. She also found motivation in runDisney events, and has completed the Castaway Cay 5k twice, as well as a 5k and half marathon in Princess Race weekend.

Slow and Steady Wins the Race

Lady-f0x's journey wasn't an overnight success, as it took her a year to lose her first 100lbs, and the remainder of her weight loss journey was spread over the remaining months of 2014. She has been in maintenance mode since the beginning of 2015, but continues to inspire others around her to live a healthy lifestyle.

Tips and Tricks for your Weight Loss Journey

Lady-f0x's shared her experience and also answered questions from reddit users, with tips for starting a weight loss journey. She recommended starting slowly, not overdoing it with a new diet or exercise right off the bat. She also urged users to continue seeking motivation in fitness goals, such as a 5k or marathon, and to focus on sustainability for long term success.

Inspiring Others

Lady-f0x's post received over 3500 upvotes and numerous comments, with many users sharing their own weight loss journeys, as well as their questions and concerns about beginning a weight loss journey of their own. Through her journey, she has inspired many others with her dedication to health and fitness.

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Madeleine Smith

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Madeleine is passionate about empowering individuals with the information and tools they need to transform their bodies and lives.