A Woman's Successful Weight Loss Journey: Insights From R/Fitness
See how a 36-year-old woman went from 167lbs to a healthier weight, using advice and motivation from Reddit's r/fitness community.
Article by Madeleine Smith
Introduction
Follow 'thesaddestpancake' on r/fitness, as she shares her weight loss journey - including struggles and successes - over several months.
Starting the Journey
At 5'9'' and 167 pounds, thesaddestpancake explains how she had long struggled with weight management. However, in this particular journey, she decided to cut weight at a caloric target of 1400 for immediate results. By practicing intermittent fasting and morning cardio, she quickly began seeing visible results in her weight after just a few weeks.
Staying Consistent
Despite this early success, thesaddestpancake admits that keeping up with the lifestyle changes has been a challenge. In one post, she writes about the difficulty of eating responsibly while attending a social event where high-calorie foods were served. However, through the community's support she was able to stay on track and continued to see progress in the weeks that followed.
Overcoming Hurdles
Through gaining a sense of discipline, thesaddestpancake was able to overcome the roadblocks that initially caused her to struggle with weight management. She shares tips learned from both her own experience and through other users in the community, such as not comparing exercise routines to those of others and focusing on the positive changes that constant effort and self-discipline can bring.
Conclusion
The journey towards weight loss, as thesaddestpancake's story shows, takes discipline and constant self-evaluation. By being a part of a supportive community that actively fights back against negative thought processes when it comes to weight loss, users can gain the confidence and guidance they need to reach their fitness goals. So, don't be afraid to try making a change today and seek out a supportive community, both online and in-person, to get started.
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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.
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