From a Reddit User's Journey: a Story of Weight Loss

Introduction

Meet Raithe1337, a then-22-year-old male who started his weight loss journey in August 2012. His Reddit post titled 'Introduction - 22/M/6'1/220 - Advanced - (Start: August 2nd, 2012)' gained 7 upvotes and two encouraging comments from other Reddit users.

The Journey Begins

Raithe1337 expressed his goal in his post to have a 'lean body with some muscle definition.' He claimed to have done weight training for 3-4 years while also taking supplements, and he felt he needed a change to his routine to achieve his goal.

Community Support

Reddit user MetaBoob left an encouraging comment, saying 'Good luck! I bet you'll have abs by the end of the twelve weeks :).' The support pushed Raithe1337 to continue on his weight loss journey.

Results and Lessons Learned

At the end of his journey on October 25, 2012, Raithe1337 had dropped 22 pounds, reaching a weight of 198 pounds. His completion post got 88 upvotes and ten positive comments thanking him for sharing his journey. One of his lessons learned was the importance of consistency, saying that 'It's more important to finish week one before worrying about week 12.'

Final Thoughts

Raithe1337's weight loss journey finalized in October 2012, but his post is still relevant today, nine years later. His story is a testament to the importance of having a support system when trying to achieve weight loss or any other lifestyle changes. With hard work, dedication, and consistency, anyone can achieve their health goals. Try it out for yourself and don't give up!