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The Weight Loss Journey of a Postpartum Mom on Keto

Read about a Reddit user's weight loss journey after pregnancy, losing 56lbs in 10 weeks with the help of keto and cycling.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A photo of a 5'6" woman showing a weight cut from 268 pounds to 212 pounds. A respectable loss of 56 pounds.
F/21/5'6'' [268 > 212 = 56lbs] (10 weeks) The first little post partum progress
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Pregnancy Weight Gain and Postpartum Challenges

Fitmommytobe wasn't monitored regularly during her pregnancy, and when she weighed herself at 37+5 weeks, she was horrified to see the scale read 268.4 lbs. After giving birth, she started eating around 1500-1700 kcal a day without looking into macros, but she had problems with milk supply, and eventually quit breastfeeding. At this point, she knew she had to take her weight loss journey seriously.

Starting with Calorie Tracking and Keto

The Reddit user started tracking her food intake on MyFitnessPal and began her weight loss journey in earnest by following the keto diet. She was taking in around 1200 net kcal a day, and cycling was her preferred method of exercise as she had an ankle injury. She knew she had to take it easy on the exercise for a while.

The Results of Dedication and Perseverance

Fitmommytobe continued with her keto diet and cycling despite the challenges she faced, and the results speak for themselves. In just 10 weeks, she lost 56 pounds, which is an incredible 5.6 pounds a week! Her BMI is now 34.2, and she is feeling stronger and healthier than ever before. Her ultimate goal is to reach 120 pounds by next summer.

Lessons Learned and Tips for Others

For anyone else looking to embark on a weight loss journey, Fitmommytobe recommends starting with calorie tracking, as it helps to build healthy habits and an awareness of the food you're eating. She also highlights the importance of finding an exercise routine that works for you and your individual needs, even if it's just a little bit of cycling each day. Finally, she says to keep going through the tough times and to believe that anything is possible with dedication and perseverance.

Final Thoughts

Fitmommytobe's weight loss journey is a testament to the power of hard work and dedication. By taking control of her diet and exercise routine, she was able to lose an incredible amount of weight in a short amount of time. For anyone else looking to make a change in their lives, her story is a great example of what is possible with consistency and commitment.

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Madeleine Smith

Content Lead at MyProgressPics.com

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