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Overcoming Depression and Achieving Weight Loss a Journey From 180Lbs to 165Lbs

Read about a Reddit user's personal journey towards being fit and healthy as he battled anxiety and depression in the process.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A picture of a 5'9" male showing a weight loss from 180 pounds to 165 pounds. A respectable loss of 15 pounds.
M/25/5’9 [180lbs >165lbs=15 lbs] left picture I was depressed, anxious and overworked. Right picture I’m doing a lot better but still got ways too go
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

Weight loss is a tough journey that requires immense motivation and drive. For some, it's not just about looking good. It could also be a way of dealing with mental health issues like anxiety or depression. In this article, we will discuss a Reddit user's journey towards achieving his weight loss goals while dealing with underlying mental health issues.

Depression and Overwork - The Starting Point

The Reddit user, Rello300, started his journey at 180lbs when he was at his lowest - depressed, anxious, and overworked. He wanted to turn his life around and decided to make changes to his lifestyle. He began to take control of his eating habits and started exercising regularly.

The Transformation

Rello300's weight loss journey lasted for about 3-4 months, where he went from being 180lbs to 165lbs, a total of 15lbs. Apart from losing weight, he also achieved muscle gains and improved his facial features. This transformation led to an overall increase in happiness and reduced stress levels.

Motivation and Encouragement

Throughout his journey, Rello300 received a lot of encouragement and support from the Reddit community. Commenters praised him for the progress he had made and motivated him to continue working towards achieving his fitness goals.

Conclusion

Rello300's journey towards achieving his fitness goals is inspiring, and it is proof that weight loss is possible even when battling underlying mental health issues like anxiety or depression. It takes time and commitment, but the results can be life-changing. It is essential to focus on small victories to keep ourselves motivated and to have a support system that pushes us towards achieving our goals.

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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.