My Weight Loss Journey: a Reddit User Shares His Transformation Story
A Reddit user, RustyRanger, shares his fitness journey, and how he lost 35 pounds by following simple exercises at home.
Article by Madeleine Smith
Introduction
RustyRanger, a 23-year-old male, began his weight loss journey on August 12th, 2012, and posted his progress on Reddit's Behavioral Transformation Fitness Challenge subreddit. A casual fitness enthusiast, he had already lost 35 pounds by the time he made his first post on the sub.
Home-Based Exercise
With only a minimum wage job, RustyRanger needed to find affordable ways to get fit. His solution was to use home exercises for cardio and strength training. He shared that Dance Dance Revolution provided him with an excellent morning cardio routine, while resistance bands and weights helped him work out muscles.
The Power of Body Weight Against You
RustyRanger explained that he also used his own body weight as a way to work out. He didn't have the resources to go to a gym, but he improvised with what he had. By doing simple bodyweight exercises, he was able to increase his strength and lose weight.
Inspiring Others
Following RustyRanger's story inspired and informed other Reddit users who are in the fitness journey. When a user recommended visiting the /r/bodyweightfitness subreddit, RustyRanger discovered even more useful tips to improve his workouts.
Final Transformation
With the completion of the Behavioral Transformation Fitness Challenge on November 4th of 2012, RustyRanger shared his transformation story on the subreddit. He provided tips and tricks that worked effectively for him, hoping to inspire others to succeed in their fitness goals.
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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.
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