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From 120Lbs to 150Lbs: a 17 Year Old's Journey to a Healthier Weight

Read about how a 17-year-old's dedication to strength training helped him gain 30lbs in a little over a year.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 5'6" male showing a weight gain from 120 pounds to 150 pounds. A respectable gain of 30 pounds.
A before and after photo of a 5'6" male showing a weight gain from 120 pounds to 150 pounds. A respectable gain of 30 pounds.
A before and after photo of a 5'6" male showing a weight gain from 120 pounds to 150 pounds. A respectable gain of 30 pounds.
A before and after photo of a 5'6" male showing a weight gain from 120 pounds to 150 pounds. A respectable gain of 30 pounds.
A before and after photo of a 5'6" male showing a weight gain from 120 pounds to 150 pounds. A respectable gain of 30 pounds.
M/17/5'6" [120lbs to 150lbs] (1 years; 2 months) + (B: 150; S: 205; D: 225lbs)
Originally posted on /r/Brogress

Introduction

A 17-year-old boy has shared his remarkable journey on Reddit, detailing how he was able to gain 30lbs in just a little over a year. The teenager, who goes by the username [deleted], started his journey at 120lbs but is now a healthy 150lbs.

The Journey Begins

According to his posts on Reddit, [deleted] set out on his health journey by focusing on his diet, ensuring that he was consuming adequate portions of protein, carbohydrates and fats. He also started dedicating more time to strength training.

Dedication towards Strength Training

The teenager follows a strict routine where he hits the gym at least 5 times a week, focusing primarily on strength training exercises. Through his dedication, he managed to increase his bench press to 150lbs, his squat to 205lbs, and his deadlift to an impressive 225lbs.

Track Progress Regularly

One of the many things he did to stay motivated was to take progress pictures on a bi-monthly basis to track his progress. Through his determination, [deleted] was able to make steady progress on a weekly basis.

Conclusion

The journey is not easy, but with perseverance and hard work, it can be done. [deleted]’s story serves as an inspiration to anyone that is looking to take their health and fitness journey seriously. Focus on your goals and dedicate the time and effort necessary to achieve them.

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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.