Moderate Paleo and Gym Helped User Lose 20 Pounds in 5 Months
Read about a Reddit user's progress going from 198 to 178 lbs in 5.5 months through Paleo and gym routine. See the positive comments in the Reddit thread.
Article by Madeleine Smith
Introduction
A 23-year-old female Reddit user, u/pinnedxup, shared her weight loss journey with the community, detailing how she went from 198 to 178 lbs in just 5.5 months. She achieved this by following a moderate Paleo diet and hitting the gym five times a week. Her progress was well received on the forum, with many users congratulating her for her achievement.
Moderate Paleo Diet
U/pinnedxup's diet focused on a moderate Paleo approach, which was more financially accessible to her. She focused on buying organic, free-range meat, and cutting grains and dairy from her diet. U/pinnedxup cooked 90% of her meals at home and packed her lunches for work, so as not to be tempted by non-Paleo options. Her strong drive to monitor her diet empowered her to resist cravings.
Gym Routine
U/pinnedxup's gym routine focused primarily on cardio, which she did five times a week. She also used the machines to work on her major muscle groups on different days, such as legs on one day, arms and shoulders on another, etc. As a full-time nanny, u/pinnedxup was already working out by regularly lifting toddlers around the house. She incorporated yoga and planks into her workday to continue this trend.
Positive Results
The results of u/pinnedxup's routine are apparent in her progress pictures, with the most notable difference being seen in her face and jawline. Commenters on the Reddit thread praised her accomplishment, remarking that she carried her weight exceptionally well at 200 lbs, and that her body seemed perfect for powerlifting.
Conclusion
U/pinnedxup's post on Reddit details how through dedication and a strong desire to monitor her diet, she was able to achieve her weight loss in 5.5 months. Her gym routine, while not overbearing, was consistent and effective, and helped her become stronger and more active. Her journey serves as an inspiration to those who may want to embark on a similar path towards fitness and health.
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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