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Woman Loses 35 Pounds After Stroke and Finishes Second Full Marathon

Discover how a woman overcame a stroke and shed pounds through macro tracking, IF, high-fat diet, and interval speed training to finish a marathon.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A picture of a 5'3" female showing a weight loss from 180 pounds to 145 pounds. A total loss of 35 pounds.
F/37/5’3”- [180lbs - 145 lbs = 35 pounds] I had a stroke 2 years ago. I just finished my second full marathon today. (Full story in comments!)
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Stroke triggers lifestyle change

When Reddit user RunningMyMouth142 suffered a stroke caused by her Yaz pill, she had to tweak her diet and fitness routine to recover. She decided to up her fat content, lower her carbs, and start intermittent fasting (IF). She also incorporated high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and flexibility training to her run training.

Macro tracking helps maintain weight

Aside from IF and HIIT, RunningMyMouth142 also started tracking macronutrients (total suck) to check if she was maintaining a similar diet she initially found effective. She made sure to track her fat intake as well since she was prescribed a statin after the stroke to help nerve damage (normally, they are prescribed for cholesterol, which in her case was totally normal).

Interval speed training improves pace and endurance

Interval speed training played a crucial role in RunningMyMouth142's marathon finish. She hated it, but it worked wonders in terms of calorie blitzing, varying her workout, and making her faster. She also started incorporating flexibility training to assist her during runs.

Don't let setbacks get in the way

Just like other users in the running and weight loss categories in Reddit, RunningMyMouth142 found the platform helpful in getting motivated to continue her weight loss journey. A stroke might have disrupted her routine, but she persevered and took advantage of the resources available to her. She encouraged other users to take matters into their own hands and find what works for them.

Fitness is always a work in progress

RunningMyMouth142 expressed gratitude toward the support she received from the Reddit community. Like any fitness journey, progress takes time and dedication, but she has found that it's been worth it to look and feel better. Running her second full marathon was a significant win for her after the stroke and setbacks, proving that having a strong mental and physical spirit can help you conquer unimaginable feats.

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