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Overcoming Obesity: a Success Story of Losing 92.6 Pounds in 5 Years

Read how one Reddit user went from 291lbs to 198.4lbs in 5 years, reaching his first goal and setting his sights on another.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 6'0" male showing a weight reduction from 291 pounds to 198 pounds. A net loss of 93 pounds.
M/18/6' [291 lbs - 198.4] 92.6 pounds down since July 14th 2015. Hit my first goal and couldn't be happier! Hoping to get down to about 185-191ish!
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

For many people, weight loss can be an arduous journey, but it is possible with commitment and effort. This Reddit user’s weight loss journey serves as an inspiration to people looking to shed some pounds.

From 291lbs to 198.4lbs

The Reddit user, [deleted], started his weight loss journey on July 14th, 2015 at 291lbs. Five years of dedication and discipline later, he is elated to have hit his first goal by reaching 198.4lbs. This is a whopping 92.6 pounds lost in just five years.

Set Goals and Keep Pushing

The Reddit user’s story highlights the importance of setting achievable goals in weight loss journeys. His determination, focus, and discipline helped him take consistent actions towards his goal. Even when he hit a bump on the road and gained some weight, he kept pushing, knowing that measures such as tracking his calories, drinking water, and exercising regularly were working in his favour.

Aiming Higher

Having successfully achieved his first goal, the Reddit user has not stopped there. He has set a new weight goal of 185-191lbs, and we are confident that he can accomplish it. His story is a testament to what can be achieved with a positive attitude and taking small, consistent steps with time.

Conclusion

Losing weight is a journey that requires commitment, discipline, and effort. The Reddit user’s journey shows that with consistency, goals can be achieved. We hope that his story inspires and motivates our readers to take action towards their weight loss goals by setting small, achievable targets and taking consistent action.

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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.