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F/35/5’7” Weight Journey: How This Reddit User Shed 16 Pounds Despite Life Challenges

Read about a Reddit user's weight journey from 261 to 215 pounds to 245 pounds, and learn how to maintain your weight loss progress.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 5'7" female showing a weight reduction from 261 pounds to 245 pounds. A respectable loss of 16 pounds.
F/35/5’7” [261>215>245=16 pounds lost] It’s a journey for sure… went from the worst shape of my life to the best. Then Covid, injury, and life got in the way. Just proud that I somewhat maintained through all of it! Trying to do better.
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

This Reddit user’s weight journey shows that weight loss is a journey, not a one-time event. Despite facing numerous challenges, they lost 16 pounds and maintained their progress by trying to do better every day.

From Worst to Best Shape

The Reddit user started their weight journey at 261 pounds, in the worst shape of their life. However, they were able to shed 46 pounds and reach their best shape. Unfortunately, challenges such as Covid, injury, and life got in the way.

Maintaining Through Challenges

Despite the challenges, the Reddit user was able to maintain their weight loss progress. They may not have gone back to their best shape, but they did not give up. Every day, they tried to do better, and this kept them on track.

Forearm Genetics?

Many Reddit users were impressed by the user’s huge forearms, and asked if they do any specific forearm exercises. The user said they do not do any specific exercises, and that they may be lucky with their forearm genetics.

Conclusion

The Reddit user’s weight journey shows that weight loss is a journey, with ups and downs. Challenges will come, but it’s important to keep trying to do better. You too can shed weight and maintain your progress by putting in consistent effort every day.

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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.