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A 21 Year Old Male's Weight Loss Journey

Follow one man's weight loss journey from September 10th to December 3rd as documented on Reddit. Learn about the strategies he used and the progress he made.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 5'5" male showing a snapshot of 170 pounds at a height of 5'5
A before and after photo of a 5'5" male showing a snapshot of 170 pounds at a height of 5'5
A before and after photo of a 5'5" male showing a snapshot of 170 pounds at a height of 5'5
A before and after photo of a 5'5" male showing a snapshot of 170 pounds at a height of 5'5
Introduction - 21/Male/5'5"/170 - Casual - (Start: September 10th, End: December 3rd)
Originally posted on /r/BTFC

Introduction

On September 10th, a Reddit user known as godofpoints began documenting his weight loss journey. At the start of the journey, he was a 21-year-old male who stood at 5'5" and weighed 170 pounds. His stated goal was to shed some pounds and attain a healthier body. The post received 8 upvotes and no comments.

Strategies for Success

Godofpoints documented a number of strategies he used to achieve his desired weight loss. One of the keys to success appeared to be his adoption of the ketogenic diet. He also engaged in intermittent fasting and cardio exercises, such as running and swimming. Additionally, he monitored his caloric intake and made efforts to stay within a specific range.

Progress Made

Godofpoints reported steady progress throughout his journey. By October 1st, he had lost 7 pounds and successfully broke his intermittent fasting plateau. By the end of the first month, he had lost a total of 10 pounds. By November 5th, he had made significant progress and had lost a total of 16 pounds. By the end of the journey on December 3rd, he had lost an impressive 25 pounds. His starting body mass index (BMI) was 28.3 and at the end of his journey, it had dropped to 24.9, which is within the normal range.

Challenges Faced

Despite his success, godofpoints faced several challenges throughout his journey. These included struggling to stay on the ketogenic diet and experiencing some fatigue during his fasting periods. He also noted that his workouts occasionally felt monotonous and became challenging to maintain. However, he was able to address these challenges and maintained his commitment to his goals.

Conclusion

Godofpoints' weight loss journey serves as a great example of how a combination of healthy eating habits, exercises, and determination can lead to successful weight loss. While not every technique will work for everyone and some challenges may arise, the progress made is something to be proud of. It is also worth noting that godofpoints' journey was well documented on Reddit, which allowed him to keep himself accountable and motivated throughout the process.

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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.