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F/20's 6 Month Weight Loss Journey: From 175Lbs to 153Lbs

Read about one redditor's slow but steady progress towards a healthier BMI and reaching her goal weight of 145lbs.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A progress pic of a 5'5" woman showing a fat loss from 175 pounds to 153 pounds. A total loss of 22 pounds.
F/20/5'5" [175lbs > 153lbs] (6 months) Going slow but I'm finally starting to see a difference. 3lbs until I have a healthy BMI, 8lbs until my GW.
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Introduction

Losing weight can be a challenging journey, but it's always inspiring to hear success stories of those who have achieved their fitness goals. One redditor, a young woman in her 20s, has shared her 6-month weight loss journey on Reddit. She started at 175lbs and now weighs 153lbs, and is only a few pounds away from having a healthy BMI.

Slow and steady progress

The reddit user admits that her progress has been slow, but steady. She started her weight loss journey by making small changes in her diet and physical activity, rather than going on drastic diets or extreme exercise plans. She began walking more and gradually started to incorporate strength training and running into her routine. She also started tracking her calorie intake and made healthier food choices, including more fruits and vegetables and less processed and high-fat foods.

Seeing the difference

Despite the slow progress, the redditor is starting to see a difference in her body. She has lost over 20 pounds and is only a few pounds away from reaching her goal weight of 145lbs. She has noticed that her clothes fit better, and she feels more confident and energized. She credits her success to staying consistent with her lifestyle changes and avoiding any extreme or unsustainable diets or exercise programs.

Takeaway message

This redditor's weight loss journey is a great example of how slow and steady progress can be effective and sustainable. By making small changes in her lifestyle, she has been able to lose weight gradually and see noticeable changes in her body. This approach is much more realistic and manageable than attempting extreme diets or exercise regimes that may not be sustainable in the long run. So, if you're looking to lose weight and improve your health, start by making small changes in your diet and physical activity, and stay consistent over time.

Final thoughts

As this reddit user's journey shows, weight loss is a challenging but rewarding journey. With patience, consistency, and a healthy approach to diet and exercise, you too can achieve your fitness goals. Remember to always listen to your body and prioritize sustainable lifestyle changes over quick fixes or extreme measures.

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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.