From Sack of Shit to Okay to Sack of Shit: One Man's 60 Pound Weight Loss Journey
A man on Reddit documented his 60-pound weight loss journey over 3 years, highlighting his intermittent and hard efforts.
Article by Madeleine Smith
Introduction
One Reddit user has shared his weight loss journey with the community, showcasing the ups and downs of his progress. Over the course of three years, the user lost around 60 pounds through a combination of intermittent and hard efforts.
The Journey
The user's journey was not a linear process, as he often refers to himself as going from 'sack of shit to okay to sack of shit and back again.' At times, he felt motivated and on track, while at other times he struggled to maintain his weight loss efforts. He credits his success to finding a sustainable approach to diet and exercise that worked for his lifestyle.
Intermittent Efforts
During the first few years of his journey, the user's progress was not consistently steady. He describes periods of time where he would be on track for a few months, only to fall back into old habits and regain weight. However, he emphasizes that even during these periods of slip-ups, he never completely gave up and would eventually get back on track.
Hard Efforts
More recently, the user has been undertaking 'hard efforts' to lose weight, which have yielded significant results. He attributes this success to a combination of self-discipline, consistency, and a new workout routine. He also highlights the importance of setting achievable goals and measuring progress towards those goals.
Conclusion
This Reddit user's weight loss journey showcases the reality of what it takes to achieve sustainable success in losing weight. It's not always easy, and there will be times when progress appears to have stalled or even reversed. However, by approaching the process with a commitment to finding what works for you, setting achievable goals, and maintaining consistent effort, it is possible to achieve significant weight loss results.
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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