A 18 Year Old's Weight Loss Journey: From 170Lbs to Goals
Follow the inspiring story of a young user's weight loss journey, from self-described 'casual' to achieving their goals.
Article by Madeleine Smith
Setting the Scene
Nucleusofchange, an 18-year-old female at 5'9" and 170lbs, began her journey towards her weight loss goals on August 29th. From the onset, her stated aim was to track her progress on Reddit, hoping to achieve her targets by November 21st. This post recounts her journey, including successes, challenges and lessons learned.
Starting Small
Nucleusofchange's approach was a casual one, starting with small changes like cutting down on snacks, tracking calories and increasing her daily step count. This approach allowed her to ease into the routine without feeling overwhelmed or demotivated at the beginning of her journey.
Overcoming Challenges
The weight loss journey, however, was not without its share of obstacles. Nucleusofchange noted numerous struggles in resisting certain foods and feelings of discouragement on days when it felt like progress was not being achieved. However, by sharing these thoughts with the Reddit community, the user received overwhelming support and encouragement to stay on track.
Celebrating Successes
Nucleusofchange's progress was not always linear, but major milestones were achieved over the course of the journey. This helped keep the motivation high, such as losing a significant amount of weight or fitting into smaller clothes. The user also celebrated non-scale victories, such as feeling more energized and comfortable in their own skin.
Lessons Learned
As her weight loss journey neared its end, the user reflected on some lessons learned. Among these were the importance of tracking one's progress, staying accountable, and not getting disheartened by setbacks, recognizing that even small changes can add up to a significant outcome.
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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.
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