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Success Story: F/27/5'7 From 185Lbs to 140Lbs with Calorie Counting and Exercise

Read about a Reddit user's journey from 185lbs to 140lbs with calorie counting and exercise, including helpful tips and tricks to stay committed to your weight loss goals.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A progress pic of a 5'7" woman showing a weight cut from 185 pounds to 140 pounds. A respectable loss of 45 pounds.
A progress pic of a 5'7" woman showing a weight cut from 185 pounds to 140 pounds. A respectable loss of 45 pounds.
A progress pic of a 5'7" woman showing a weight cut from 185 pounds to 140 pounds. A respectable loss of 45 pounds.
A progress pic of a 5'7" woman showing a weight cut from 185 pounds to 140 pounds. A respectable loss of 45 pounds.
A progress pic of a 5'7" woman showing a weight cut from 185 pounds to 140 pounds. A respectable loss of 45 pounds.
A progress pic of a 5'7" woman showing a weight cut from 185 pounds to 140 pounds. A respectable loss of 45 pounds.
A progress pic of a 5'7" woman showing a weight cut from 185 pounds to 140 pounds. A respectable loss of 45 pounds.
Last year’s progress being a loseit lurker! F/27/5’7” 185 to 140lbs.
Originally posted on /r/loseit

Introduction

Losing weight is a journey that is unique to each individual. Some people choose to share their story with the world, like Reddit user hyperbelly, who documented her progress from 185lbs to 140lbs.

Calorie Counting

Hyperbelly's weight loss journey began with calorie counting. Eating around 1200 calories a day made the most significant difference in the earlier months of her journey. As she got closer to her goal weight, she started incorporating more exercise, including the C25K program, to help reach her weight loss goals.

Tips for Staying Committed

Staying committed to any weight loss journey can be challenging. Hyperbelly offered some tips that worked for her, including using a food scale, taking progress pictures while wearing the same clothing each month, and reaching out to the Reddit community for support and accountability.

Plateaus and Setbacks

Hyperbelly experienced plateaus and setbacks, but she didn't let it discourage her. She recognized that setbacks are a normal part of the process and used them as an opportunity to reassess her goals and refocus her commitment to weight loss.

Conclusion

Hyperbelly's weight loss journey is an inspiration to anyone who is struggling with their weight. Her commitment to counting calories and incorporating exercise, along with helpful tips and tricks for staying motivated, offers a roadmap to success. If you're on your weight loss journey, take a cue from hyperbelly and remember to celebrate your successes and keep pushing forward.

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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.