M/26/5'7" Weight Loss Journey: From 310Lbs to 221Lbs in 1 Year
Read about a reddit user's weight loss journey from 310lbs to 221lbs in just one year. Learn about their exercise routine and diet choices.
Article by Madeleine Smith
Introduction: User's Progress and Journey
The user's post titled 'M/26/5'7" [310lbs > 221lbs = 89lbs] (1 year)' on Reddit showcased their awe-inspiring weight loss journey with a total of 89lbs lost. The post received 204 upvotes and a slew of congratulatory comments from fellow Redditors.
Exercise Routine: Intensity and Consistency
The user's exercise routine consisted of five days of gym sessions for an hour each day. They targeted specific muscle groups dedicated to leg day, chest and back, deadlifts and abs, arm day, and shoulder day. They also trained for a 10K race and played ultimate frisbee twice a week. Their consistency and intensity could be attributed to the transformation in their appearance.
Diet Choices: Staying in a Caloric Deficit
The user mainly focused on staying in a caloric deficit and eventually worked on their breakfast, lunch, and dinner choices to keep them in that state. They confessed to not focusing on macros for the first year but have started to put more importance on it. Meal prepping was difficult for them, and they decided to eat whatever they craved that day, ensuring it kept them in a caloric deficit.
Lessons Learned: One Step at a Time
The user acknowledged that different people have varying paths to their goals. Their journey works for them, and everyone should find the routine that suits their lifestyle, fitness level, and body type. They learned that hard work, discipline, and a support system from friends drive one's success. The user still has more goals to achieve even though they have come a long way.
Conclusion: Try and Try Again
The user's weight loss journey is proof that with dedication, hard work, and discipline, anything is achievable. They are a source of inspiration for people who are starting or have reached a weight loss plateau. One size doesn't fit everyone, and it takes time to find the perfect routine and diet choices that work for each person. The most important part is to keep trying and stay committed to one's goals.
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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