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78 Pound Weight Loss Journey: One Mother's Story

Discover how one mother successfully lost 78 pounds in 7 months after giving birth through consistent exercise and Caloric Deficit.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A progress pic of a 5'8" woman showing a fat loss from 253 pounds to 175 pounds. A respectable loss of 78 pounds.
F/25/5'8" [253lbs > 175lbs = 78lbs] (7 months) postpartum weight loss, not at my goal weight yet but this is the lowest I’ve weighed in four years
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Introduction

Weighing 253 lbs after giving birth is just another concern for mothers. TheInfamousHarvey shares how she was able to lose 78 pounds in just seven months.

The Postpartum Challenge

Postpartum bodies undergo a lot of changes, including weight gain during pregnancy. In TheInfamousHarvey's case, she was 253 pounds just after giving birth. She shared that getting back into shape was especially challenging due to the responsibilities of raising a young child. However, she made it a point to exercise every day and make changes to her diet.

The Journey

TheInfamousHarvey shared that 90% of her weight loss was due to Caloric Deficit or making sure that she burned more calories than she consumed. She ate around 1500 calories a day and tracked her food intake through an app. In addition to managing her diet, she managed to stay active, going to the gym every day, walking with her daughter, or doing both. Consistency, she says, is the key to making a habit out of it.

The Impact on Her Life

Maintaining her fitness and diet goals have helped TheInfamousHarvey feel like a new person. She says that running across Costco parking lot recently, to catch up to her shopping cart, didn't make her feel out of breath. She has become happier, confident and feels more self-assured in her own skin.

Takeaway

TheInfamousHarvey's weight loss journey is a testament to the fact that patience, hard work, and discipline can help people achieve their fitness goals. It is important to note that the journey wasn't easy, but it was attainable. To those who feel that losing weight is impossible, she advised staying consistent and finding something that can be sustained. Moreover, incorporating exercise into a daily routine, maintaining a caloric deficit, and tracking food intake can be effective ways to reach fitness goals.

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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.