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One Year, 145Lbs Lost: Walking and Counting Calories a Weight Loss Success Story

Read about Darrtucky's one-year weight loss journey of counting calories, walking, and eliminating added sugars which led to 145lbs lost and a brand new person.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A photo of a 5'11" man showing a weight cut from 373 pounds to 228 pounds. A respectable loss of 145 pounds.
M/40/5’11” [373lbs -> 228lbs = 145lbs] Counting calories and walking; staying the course for a whole year. I continue to be shocked when I see photos of myself. It's been an incredible year.
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Introduction

Darrtucky, a 40-year-old man on Reddit, shares his weight loss journey that resulted in an incredible year of transformation. He lost 145 lbs in one year through counting calories, walking, and cutting down on added sugars and alcohol consumption.

Counting Calories and Walking

Darrtucky aimed to consume 2300 calories per day on average, focusing on protein and fiber sources for satiety. He increased his step count gradually over the year, going from 9000 steps per day in the fall to 17000 steps per day in the summer. He walks both outside and inside at work, and seeks to keep up his step counts even with poor weather in the forecast.

Eliminating Added Sugars and Alcohol

Darrtucky also eliminated as many added sugars as possible and reduced his alcohol intake significantly, turning to carrots or air-popped popcorn for snacks. Eliminating evening snacking was a challenging habit to break, but sticking to serving sizes and resisting the urge to snack helped make it possible.

Encouragement and Inspiration

Darrtucky's transformation has inspired countless individuals to start their journey to weight loss. His emphasis on sustainable changes and steady progress provide hope for anyone struggling to lose weight. It is essential to keep trying new things and finding what works for you.

Conclusion

Darrtucky's journey is proof that with determination and patience, significant weight loss can occur sustainably. A balance of healthy habits can work wonders, and they don't need to be drastic changes. Simple practices such as counting calories, walking, and minimizing added sugars can contribute to losing 145 lbs in one year.

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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.