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One Woman's Weightlifting Journey: From 115Lbs to 133Lbs in 1.5 Years

Read about one woman's journey towards gaining muscle and increasing her strength through weightlifting.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A picture of a 5'0" female showing a weight bulk from 115 pounds to 133 pounds. A net gain of 18 pounds.
F/26/5'0" [115lbs to 133lbs] (1 year; 6 months) + (B: 185lbs; S: 215lbs; overhead press 120lbs ; curl 40lb dumbells for sets)
Originally posted on /r/Brogress

Introduction

Musclegrlthrowaway is a Reddit user who has successfully transformed her body through weightlifting. Her journey has taken her from weighing 115lbs to 133lbs in 1.5 years.

Motivation and Starting Stats

Musclegrlthrowaway was initially motivated to start weightlifting because of her dissatisfaction with her body. She started lifting with a squat weight of 95lbs and deadlift weight of 100lbs. Her body weight at this time was 115lbs.

Progress and Setbacks

Over time, Musclegrlthrowaway increased her squat to 215lbs and her deadlift to 185lbs. She also improved her overhead press to 120lbs and curls 40lb dumbbells for sets. However, there were setbacks along the way, including injuries and plateaus. She learned to listen to her body and adjust her workouts accordingly.

Diet and Nutrition

In addition to lifting, Musclegrlthrowaway paid attention to her diet and nutrition. She made sure to eat enough protein and balanced her macros. She also tracked her calories to ensure that she was in a calorie surplus, which is necessary for building muscle mass.

Takeaway

Musclegrlthrowaway's weightlifting journey shows that with hard work and dedication, anyone can achieve their fitness goals. If you're interested in weightlifting, don't be afraid to start with light weights and work your way up. Don't forget to pay attention to your diet and nutrition as well. And most importantly, listen to your body and make adjustments as necessary. With consistent effort, you too can see progress towards your 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.