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20 Year Old's 73 Pound Weight Loss Journey

Follow the inspiring journey of a 20-year-old who shed 73 pounds in 8 months, from 260 to 187 pounds. Learn about his milestones and challenges on the path to his goal weight.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A photo of a 5'11" man showing a weight cut from 260 pounds to 187 pounds. A respectable loss of 73 pounds.
M/20/5'11" [260lbs > 187lbs = 73 lbs] (8 months) Today is my 20th birthday. I always wanted to get in shape, but I never thought I would. Still 20 more pounds to go!
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Introduction

Losing weight is a journey that takes a lot of effort and time, but it's worth it in the end. [deleted], a 20-year-old male standing at 5'11", wanted to get in shape but thought it was impossible. But he started his weight loss journey and lost 73 pounds over 8 months, going from 260 to 187 pounds.

The beginning

Like many, [deleted] had trouble with his weight since childhood. Although he played sports in high school, he wasn't as active in college and his weight increased to 260 pounds. But one day, he decided enough was enough and started his weight loss journey.

The milestones

During his journey, [deleted] experienced many milestones. He started with small changes to his diet, such as cutting out soda and fast food, and eventually worked up to counting calories and tracking macros. He also incorporated weight lifting and cardio into his routine, which helped him drop the pounds and build muscle.

The challenges

Weight loss isn't always easy, and [deleted] faced his fair share of challenges. He initially struggled with food cravings and temptation, but learned to handle them by finding healthy alternatives and being mindful of his portions. He also battled with the mental aspect of weight loss, such as body image issues and comparing himself to others on social media.

Conclusion

Through perseverance and hard work, [deleted] achieved his goals and is almost at his target weight. His journey has not only improved his physical health, but also his mental health and confidence. His advice to those starting their weight loss journey is to take it one day and one pound at a time, and to find what works best for their own body and lifestyle.

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Madeleine Smith

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Madeleine is passionate about empowering individuals with the information and tools they need to transform their bodies and lives.