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M/25/5'8" 5Lbs Weight Loss Journey in 2 Months: Progress and Lessons Learned

Read about nathanaelnsmith's weight loss journey from 176lbs to 171lbs. Discover how healthier eating and less intense exercises can still lead to weight loss.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A picture of a 5'8" male showing a weight loss from 176 pounds to 171 pounds. A respectable loss of 5 pounds.
M/25/5'8" [176lbs > 171lbs = 5lbs] (2 months) Haven't started really trying until about 3 weeks ago, but a little progress is some progress!
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From Gaining to Losing Weight: The Beginning of Nathanael's Journey

Nathanael's weight gain started after his wedding and his wife's pregnancy. It wasn't until after their baby was born in January that he actively began losing weight. Though he first started exercising and tracking calories, he didn't see much progress.

Trying and Failing: Nathanael Discovers Healthy Eating and Moderate Exercise Works Better

Nathanael eventually stopped working out and tracking calories after the move. He didn't start seeing real progress until his wife started dieting, and he joined her. Together, they adopted a healthier eating habit, which resulted in Nathanael finally starting to lose weight. Their exercise regime was also moderate and steady, consisting mostly of an hour-long walk a few times a week, with crunches, pushups, and dumbbell lifting added.

The Power of Encouragement: Nathanael Finds Support in the Reddit Community

Nathanael shared his weight loss journey on Reddit, including his recent progress with the loss of 5lbs. The community encouraged him with kind words, and some even shared their own journeys. While Nathanael was happy with his results, he also remained cautious, knowing that his journey has only just started.

Lessons Learned: Maintaining Consistency, Patience, and Caution

Nathanael learned that consistency is important when it comes to weight loss. Though he and his wife's exercise regime was not intense, their willingness to continue exercising, for the sake of consistency, is what led to some progress. Nathanael also learned to be patient and that moderate weight loss is still progress. Finally, he remained cautious when considering new diets or exercises, doing research, and not jumping into anything without prior knowledge.

Conclusion: Nathanael's Story Encourages Others to Try and Learn What Works

Nathanael's weight loss journey reminds us that every progress matters, no matter how small they are. Though his regime may not be intense, Nathanael has found what works for him through healthy eating and moderate exercise. His caution and patience demonstrate their values in the pursuit of weight loss. Nathanael's story encourages us to try things out for ourselves and learn what works, without being too hard on ourselves when everything doesn't immediately work out.

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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.