From Skinny Fat to Physique Competitor: My 42 Month Body Transformation
A M/29/5'10" user shares his journey from 174 to 169lbs without gear, and lifting benchmarks of Bench 290lbs, Squat 340lbs, Deadlift 445lbs. Inspire yourself to try things out!
Article by Madeleine Smith
Introduction: A 42-month Transformation
A reddit user, mralifekin, posted his 42-month transformation journey from being skinny-fat to a physique competitor. He shared his progress without using gear, a persistence that earned him both admiration and skepticism from other users who commented on his post.
From Skinny-fat to Physique Competitor
Mralifekin's transformation was quite remarkable. He went from being 174lbs to 169lbs in three years, and his stats show that he has achieved a Bench of 290lbs, Squat of 340lbs, and Deadlift of 445lbs. This transformation serves as a testament that with discipline, determination, and hard work, significant changes in one's physique can be achieved.
Achieving the Impossible
Some reddit users cast doubt on the legitimacy of mralifekin's transformation, questioning if he used performance-enhancing drugs or if his transformation is even possible. As mralifekin himself pointed out, mralifekin's response was rooted in persistent work and rigorous exercise. While genetics and natural limits are undoubtedly a factor, a body transformation like mralifekin's is doable.
The Ultimate Compliment
Despite these comments, mralifekin took the accusations as the ultimate compliment. He shared that he felt good about other users' admiration of his transformation, though he did not let the comments make or break his progress. Instead, he shared an article about genetic muscular potential to help others better understand their transformation journeys.
Conclusion: Inspire Yourself to Try Things Out
Mralifekin's incredible journey is a reminder that significant physical transformations are possible without shortcuts or quick fixes. While genetics play a role, with discipline, patience, and persistence, every individual can strive towards their physical best. Mralifekin's story inspires us to try things out, seek help and support, and trust the process even when the going gets tough.
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.
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