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M/16 Lost 82 Lbs in 6 Months Due to Fear of Early Death

Read about this 16-year-old's weight loss journey after seeing his scale hit 302 lbs and realizing the consequences of complacency

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 6'3" male showing a weight reduction from 302 pounds to 220 pounds. A total loss of 82 pounds.
M/16/6'3" [302 lbs -> 220 lbs = 82 lbs] (6 months) Realized when I saw the number on the scale start with a 3, I was on my way to an early death if I remained complacent
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Realization leads to action

afuckingwagonwheel, a 16-year-old reddit user, saw his scale hit 302 lbs and realized he was on his way to an early death if remained complacent. This fear led him to take action and start his weight loss journey in early November of last year.

Consistent progress

Through consistent effort and dedication, afuckingwagonwheel was able to lose 82 lbs in just 6 months, bringing his weight down to 220 lbs. He lost an average of 3.15 pounds per week and now has a BMI of 27.5.

Inspiring others

His progress has inspired many others who are on a similar journey. One reddit user, Baine53, expressed how inspiring it was for them as they share the same height and starting weight as afuckingwagonwheel.

Positive reinforcement

The reddit community has been overwhelmingly positive in their comments, congratulating afuckingwagonwheel on his achievement. Even the ProgressPicsBot commented on how handsome he looked and quoted 'The finish line is just the beginning of a whole new race.'

Take action

afuckingwagonwheel's journey is a reminder that fear can sometimes be a powerful motivator. If you're currently struggling with weight management, know that it's never too late to make a change. Take inspiration from this 16-year-old's journey and start today.

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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.