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User Shares Secrets to Losing Belly Fat and Achieving Abs in 5 Months

Discover how this Reddit user was able to lose over 25 pounds and achieve visible abs in just 5 months, including diet and exercise tips.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 5'10" male showing a weight reduction from 217 pounds to 190 pounds. A respectable loss of 27 pounds.
M/30/5'10 [217lbs<190lbs] 5 months!
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

The Journey to Visible Abs

Reddit user Hot-Abbreviations-85 weighed in at 217lbs and standing at 5'10. In the span of five months, they were able to shed over 25 pounds, transform their body, and achieve visible abs. Their secret? Consistency.

The Importance of a Caloric Deficit

Hot-Abbreviations-85's transformation began with a caloric deficit. For three months, they consumed 1500 calories daily and cut out all sugary drinks, including diet soda with zero calories. They then upped their calorie count to 2000 calories with relatively healthy choices. However, they are now able to indulge in the odd diet soda.

A Simple Ab Routine

To achieve visible abs, Hot-Abbreviations-85 kept their ab routine simple. It consisted of 50 leg raises, 50 weighted crunches, and three sets of 15 wood cutters for their obliques. The user believes that a good ab routine alone is not enough, healthful eating is essential.

Sticking to a Lifestyle Change

Hot-Abbreviations-85 lost belly fat, a region that is admittedly the hardest to shed before the body gets rid of the fat in other areas of the body. The user credits the achievement to the consistency of their new lifestyle change. The biggest challenge was sticking to the habit of clean eating and exercise, especially with depression and being overweight. Fitness must be maintained as a lifestyle change.

Takeaways and Motivation

Losing weight and achieving visible abs takes time, effort, and above all, consistency. With discipline and a positive attitude, anyone can improve their health and body image. However, always consult with a physician or nutritionist to design a plan that works for you.

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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.