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From 435Lbs to 265Lbs: a Year Long Weight Loss Journey Inspired by Mma

A Reddit user shares the story of how their love for MMA motivated them to shed 170lbs in just 12 months. Read on for insights and inspiration!

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 5'10" male showing a weight reduction from 435 pounds to 265 pounds. A respectable loss of 170 pounds.
M/25/5'10" [435lb to 265lb = -170lb] (12 months) I adore MMA, I almost died when I realized I lost a GSP worth of human.
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

For many, the world of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) offers a thrilling combination of skill, athleticism, and raw power. But for Reddit user 'lightlysaltednuts', MMA served as something more - an inspiring factor that helped them fuel a remarkable year-long weight loss journey.

The Starting Point

At 435lbs, lightlysaltednuts knew they had a long road ahead of them. But with determination and a love for MMA, they were ready to start the journey. By changing their diet and incorporating regular exercise, they steadily lost weight - and the results were impossible to ignore.

Finding Inspiration

While weight loss was certainly a motivation, MMA provided an added push. As lightlysaltednuts writes in their Reddit post, 'I adore MMA, and it has never meant more to me than when I was 435lbs. Seeing the athleticism and dedication of the fighters pushed me...I wanted to be less of a spectator and more of a participant.' By setting goals related to MMA, they found an additional layer of drive that helped them stay on track and maintain momentum.

The Results

After 12 months of hard work, lightlysaltednuts achieved a truly incredible feat: losing 170lbs. As they write, 'The food choices were mine, typing this today gives me butterflies knowing what I was capable of doing. The last year was my choice and my battle. I lost myself but discovered someone in need of betterment.'

Takeaways

lightlysaltednuts' journey is an impressive one, and it offers valuable insights for anyone looking to make a significant change in their life. By finding inspiration beyond simply the desire to lose weight - in this case, through MMA - they were able to find a deeper level of motivation. Additionally, their commitment to making positive choices and staying dedicated serves as a reminder that transformation is possible, as long as you're willing to put in the effort.

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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.