A Non Linear Weight Loss Journey: User Drops From 350Lbs to 241Lbs
A Reddit user shares his weight-loss journey showing that weight loss isn't linear and how different strategies worked for him.
Article by Madeleine Smith
Weight Loss: Not a Straight Path
In his Reddit post, user KookaRocha chronicles his weight journey, which started in 2009-2010 at 350 lbs. By 2014, KookaRocha weighed around 280-300 lbs after having lost and gained 80 lbs twice. His final weight loss journey began in January 2015 with a starting weight of 299.8 lbs.
The Struggle is Real
Like many weight-loss journeys, KookaRocha’s path to a healthy weight wasn’t easy, and he is quick to stress that it wasn’t linear. People should not lose hope if they experience a non-linear weight loss journey. Instead, KookaRocha encourages people to think about what makes their journey successful and stick with it.
The Importance of Hormones
KookaRocha learned many things about weight loss through his journey, but one stands out the most: hormones. Hormones play a vital role in every person’s weight loss journey, and according to KookaRocha, it's your body fighting you. He also emphasized the importance of eating quality and quantity food to achieve success.
What Works for You
KookaRocha tried many diets over the years and found that what worked for others didn't work for him. He also believes that people need to understand that different people require different methods to achieve long-lasting success. He shared how studying Dr. Jason Fung and his “Aetiology of Obesity” on YouTube helped him see weight loss issues from a different perspective.
Conclusion
KookaRocha's journey to weight loss has been one full of ups and downs. However, he never gave up and learned a great deal in the process. What this story shows is that people should not lose heart if they face challenges. Instead, they must explore the various strategies that can work for them and never lose hope.
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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