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Transforming Your Body: a Weight Loss Journey of a Reddit User

Read about the incredible transformation journey of illusionx345, a Reddit user who lost 70 pounds over 2.5 years using exercise and diet.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 5'5" female showing a weight reduction from 245 pounds to 175 pounds. A net loss of 70 pounds.
F/24/5'5" [245 > 175 = 70lbs] (2.5 years) Tons of maintenance time. Back at it.
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

Illusionx345, a 24 year old female with a height of 5’5” and starting weight of 245 pounds, achieved an impressive weight loss journey of 70 pounds over the course of 2.5 years. Her Reddit thread shares her story on how she managed to maintain, lose, and achieve her desired body shape.

Running and Maintenance

Illusionx345’s weight loss journey began with running. She lost around 50 pounds through running and proudly shared that she has finished over 4 half marathons. She then maintained her weight with rock climbing and cycling but gained some pounds back. She realized that it was time to continue and lose the rest of her excess weight.

Exercise and Diet

Illusionx345 shared her regimen which includes rock climbing, cycling, running, weight lifting, and a diet of 1500 calories per day. She mentioned that she still needs to work on good eating habits but loves working out more than dieting. In the last 20 pounds, weightlifting made a significant difference and she now has great shoulders. Her ultimate goal is to lose another 30 pounds.

Words of Encouragement

Illusionx345’s journey has inspired many users on Reddit. Gadgetman53 shared that he will show his wife illusionx345’s story to encourage her in her own weight loss journey, while elfchica, bluefishes13, and dejacoup congratulated and praised her. ProgressPicsBot also gave their congratulations and a motivational quote, 'You only fail when you stop trying.'

Conclusion

Illusionx345’s weight loss journey shows that with determination, perseverance, and consistency, a healthier body can be achieved. It is a reminder that weight loss is not just about exercising but also about the food we eat. With her story as an inspiration, try to incorporate regular exercise and a healthy diet into your own lifestyle. A little progress is still progress. Keep trying and don't give up!

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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.