From 151Lbs to 135Lbs in 4 Months: a Weight Loss Journey

Introduction

The weight loss journey of Reddit user anitanit has caught the attention of 50 upvoters. Over the span of 4 months, anitanit started at 151lbs and lost 16lbs to reach her current weight of 135lbs. On her post, she shares the challenges she encountered in maintaining her weight and how she is pushing herself in the next 4 months.

Fitness Journey

Anitanit ran for roughly 30km a week and went to the gym 4-5 times a week doing 10 lb dumbbell arm workout variations, ab workouts on the mat, and a variety of leg machines. She also committed herself to the BBG program after her half marathon in May. Utilizing body weights and light weights exercises, anitanit has found BBG as a different type of workout than she is used to.

Diet and Eating Habits

Anitanit mentions having issues with eating habits because she lives in a foodie city. She stopped counting her calories with MyFitnessPal (MFP) after two months of feeling cranky and disliking her relationship with counting calories. Instead, she eats what she wants and tries portion control. She has found that doing this has helped her with restraint help when she indulges.

Advice for Improvement

Anitanit asks for advice on whether she should focus on losing weight first with cardio and body weight exercises before trying to improve muscle gains. She also asks about other people’s experiences with weight fluctuations. The community offers advice based on personal experiences. Responses almost unanimously suggest to continue with cardio and body weights and to maintain a healthy and diverse diet.

Conclusion

Anitanit‘s weight loss journey was a challenge, but she stayed motivated and, above all, disciplined. She acknowledges that eating habits are hard to maintain, but portion control and awareness have helped her indulge responsibly. Anitanit is an example of how progress is gradual and worth every challenge.