Amazing Weight Loss Journey of Reddit User Teachersrule

Introduction

Meet Teachersrule, a 32-year-old Reddit user who took the healthier route to lose weight and live a healthier life. From 305 pounds to 240 pounds, she put in the work to achieve her goals.

Her milestones

Teachersrule started her weight loss journey with the MyFitnessPal app in January 2014. She stayed at a consistent weight since November, but has lost 55 inches since August by regularly attending boot camp workout classes, taking walks and runs, and completing many 5ks, a 10k, and three half marathons. She runs four minutes and walks one or two minutes, and during the halves, she doesn’t follow the intervals though she just does it as she can.

Overcoming challenges

Losing weight isn’t easy; it can come with many challenges. However, Teachersrule overcame a crucial one: the fear of running with knee pain. She didn't start trying to run until February and had already completed a half marathon at that point. At first, she ran until she needed to walk and then walked until she could run again. However, she hasn’t had any issues with pain at all, no shin splints, or anything, but she was walking 9-11 miles every Sunday before she began to run.

Community support

During her weight loss journey, Teachersrule received support from the Reddit community, with over 253 upvotes and positive comments from fellow Redditors, encouraging her to keep going. Comments like ‘Wow big improvement’ and ‘Keep it up’ motivated her to work harder.

Takeaways

Teachersrule’s weight loss journey is an inspiration to many. Through regular exercise and healthy eating habits, including the MyFitnessPal app, she effectively lost weight and improved her overall health. Her journey teaches us that it's never too late to start a healthier lifestyle, regardless of age or weight, and that, with commitment, we can achieve our goals.