My Weight Loss Journey: a 21 Year Old Male's Experience Cutting Down to 174 Lbs

Introduction

Meet desperatechaos, a 21-year-old male who started his weight loss journey at 204 lbs. He has decided to go on a cutting phase and has updated his progress so far on Reddit, providing insights into the ups and downs of his journey.

Starting Point: 204 lbs

Desperatechaos started at 204lbs with a goal weight of 175lbs. He started tracking his calories using the MyFitnessPal app, which helped him stay within his daily caloric limits. He also incorporated intermittent fasting and strength training to his routine.

Plateau and Struggles

Like many others on their weight loss journey, desperatechaos experienced a plateau midway through. He continued to track his calories and increase his physical activity but also made an important mental shift: reminding himself how far he has come and to enjoy the process.

Goal Reached: 174 lbs

After 7 months of hard work, desperatechaos was able to reach his goal weight of 175lbs (weighing in at 174lbs). Throughout his journey, he found that being consistent with his calorie tracking, intermittent fasting, and staying active were the keys to his success. He also acknowledged the importance of celebrating small victories along the way.

Takeaways

Desperatechaos's story is a testament to the power of consistency and a reminder that weight loss is a process that requires patience and self-compassion. Find what works for you and stay committed to your goals. Celebrate your small victories, remind yourself why you started, and enjoy the process.