How Logging Food Intake and Cardio Helped a Reddit User Lose 81 Lbs in 6 Months
Learn how a reddit user's dedication to food logging and cardio helped them lose 81 lbs in just 6 months
Article by Madeleine Smith
Reddit user's weight loss journey
A 19-year-old female reddit user, who goes by the username 'Motiv8ingmyself', recently shared their weight loss journey on r/progresspics. They posted pictures taken a year apart, the first one showing their weight at 299 lbs and the second one with their weight at 218lbs, a total of 81 lbs lost. The post received 119 upvotes and several comments praising the user's accomplishment.
Use of MyFitnessPal App
The reddit user attributed their weight loss success to logging everything they ate into the MyFitnessPal (MFP) app. They've been consistently logging their food intake, which helped them to become more aware of what they were eating and make healthier choices. Connecting with other MFP users also helped them stay motivated throughout their journey.
Importance of cardio exercises
In addition to monitoring their food intake, the user also made exercising a priority. They incorporated cardio exercises into their routine, performing it at least 3 times a week for 30-45 minutes. Doing cardio exercises helped them increase their metabolism and burn more calories.
Positive feedback
The reddit user received positive feedback from other users, who expressed awe at the change in her appearance. Even though the user herself could not see much of a difference at times, the feedback kept them motivated to continue with their weight loss journey.
Takeaway
Motiv8ingmyself's weight loss journey is a great example of the effectiveness of logging food intake and incorporating cardio exercises in weight loss regimes. By keeping track of everything they ate and staying active, they were able to lose a significant amount of weight in a short period of time. If you're looking to lose weight, taking inspiration from this success story could be a great idea.
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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