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From 177Lbs to 160Lb in 4 Months: F/19/5'8" Shares Her Inspiring Story of Sustainable Weight Loss and Fitness Journey

A 19-year-old female shares her inspiring journey to lose 17lbs sustainably through CICO and running. She is confident in her new body and loves the lifestyle change she has undergone. Read on to learn more!

Article by Madeleine Smith

A photo of a 5'8" woman showing a fat loss from 177 pounds to 160 pounds. A respectable loss of 17 pounds.
A photo of a 5'8" woman showing a fat loss from 177 pounds to 160 pounds. A respectable loss of 17 pounds.
A photo of a 5'8" woman showing a fat loss from 177 pounds to 160 pounds. A respectable loss of 17 pounds.
F/19/5'8" [177lbs > 160lbs = 17lbs] (5.5 months) Excited to see noticeable changes in my body before summer! (Description in comments)
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

The journey towards weight loss can be a challenging one, with various fad diets and miracle pills claiming to help you lose weight quickly. However, sustainable weight loss is all about consistency, dedication, and making healthier choices. A 19-year-old female, known as threwitaway112233 on Reddit, shares her journey towards weight loss in a healthy and sustainable way by following CICO (calories in, calories out) and running.

CICO and Diet

Threwitaway112233 aimed to eat 1300-1400 calories a day but frequently went over her limit and had an average of 1500-1600 calories a day. She avoided processed foods and unnecessary carbs and sugars, such as bread, and ate lots of fruits and veggies, peanut butter, chicken, eggs, and yogurt. Threwitaway112233 also hardly ate red meat because she did not like it. Gradually, she noticed a change in her energy, and she no longer felt weighed down and bloated.

Running as a way to Stay Healthy

In early March, Threwitaway112233 began running 5-6 times a week, covering 4-5 miles each run. She initially found it tough, but as she pushed herself, she began to enjoy it. Running helped her feel stronger and faster, acts as her insurance for the days when she overeats, and clears her mind. Threwitaway112233 felt notably more muscular over time, and her body felt more toned. She has made running a part of her lifestyle change and not just a temporary exercise regimen.

Results

In four months, Threwitaway112233 lost 17 lbs, dropping from 177 lb to 160 lb. Though she has not yet reached her goal weight of 140-145 lb, she is pleased with the rate at which she is losing weight, as it is a healthy, sustainable rate. She still eats what she loves and feels more confident in herself and her body. She looks forward to continuing her transformation in the remainder of the year.

Conclusion

Threwitaway112233's journey towards weight loss proves that sustainability and lifestyle changes are the keys to success. She lost 17 lbs in 4 months, and though she did not eat a perfect diet every day, she made smarter choices, and running helps her burn calories while making her feel great. To anyone starting their weight loss journey, Threwitaway112233 recommends a consistent and realistic approach, like hers, that is achievable and sustainable to make life-long changes to your lifestyle, leading to a healthier and happier version of yourself.

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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.