One Man's Journey to Losing 8 10% Body Fat at the Age of 45

Introduction

In August 2011, Mr_Nox shared his weight loss goals on Reddit. At 5'8'' and 172 lbs, he wanted to lose 8-10% body fat despite the challenge of doing it at age 45.

The Plan and Challenge

Mr_Nox revealed that the hard part of his plan was to lose the protective layer of fat covering his muscles. Despite that, he planned to focus on his diet and spend much time on the gym and road to achieve his goals.

The Positive Reinforcement

Mr_Nox received positive messages from fellow users, and one even gave him sound advice and encouragement. The support he received plus the accountability of having made his goals public, helped him stay the course.

The Call to Action

Mr_Nox was reminded of his weight loss deadline in November 2011 by the Body Transformation Challenge. He was invited to share his journey, no matter how difficult or impressive. His story, like many others who have publicly shared their weight loss journeys, inspire people to take action, no matter what their age or starting point.

The Takeaway

Mr_Nox's journey shows that no matter how old you are, making a plan and goals and working towards them, along with a solid support system, can lead to significant physical transformations. If you're looking to lose weight and fat like Mr_Nox, take a page from his book, and create a solid plan with specific goals. Arm yourself with encouragement, and don't forget to hold yourself accountable. Whether in a public forum or to a friend, sharing your weight loss journey will help you stay the course and inspire others to take action too.