One Woman's 6 Month Weight Loss Journey, From 150 Lbs to 120 Lbs
Read about how iheartaffogato used fitbit, rock climbing, and MFP to lose weight and finally match her identical twin's weight. Learn how she lost the first 15 lbs and her tips for maintaining her diet while indulging on weekends.
Article by Madeleine Smith
Introduction
One woman on Reddit shared her 6-month weight loss journey, going from 150 lbs to 120 lbs. Her goal weight is 110 lbs, but she's already accomplished a major milestone - matching her identical twin's weight.
How she lost the weight
iheartaffogato made a few key changes to her lifestyle. First, she started walking 10k steps per day using a fitbit. Then, she began rock climbing 3x per week. Finally, she started tracking her calories using MyFitnessPal (MFP). She noted that she lost the first 15 lbs primarily through changes in her diet, and only recently started incorporating more exercise.
Tips for maintaining her diet
Despite her success, iheartaffogato still indulges on weekends and only eats at her calorie goal of 1200 cals around 3 days a week. She credits her maintenance to staying consistent with her fitbit step goals, making healthier choices during the week, and allowing herself to treat herself on weekends.
The importance of support
Throughout her journey, iheartaffogato received overwhelmingly positive support from the Reddit community. Comments ranged from congratulating her to asking about her lifestyle changes to sharing their own experiences. This positive reinforcement likely contributed to her success and can serve as an example to anyone looking to make a change.
Conclusion
Iheartaffogato's weight loss journey serves as an inspiration for individuals looking to lose weight or make healthier lifestyle choices. Her story highlights the importance of small changes over time, the power of consistency, and the positive impact of community support. It's never too late to start making changes and reaching your own goals.
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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