Achieving Weight Loss During the Pandemic: a Journey to Better Health
Learn how one woman went from 171 to 143 pounds in just 9 months by working out consistently at home, starting CICO and joining a gym.
Article by Madeleine Smith
Introduction
The coronavirus pandemic has had a huge impact on people's health and fitness routines. Many people have found themselves stuck at home with limited resources and opportunities to exercise, leading to weight gain and other health problems. However, one Reddit user, notoriousdemise, has shared her inspiring weight loss journey that started during the pandemic.
Method
Notoriousdemise started her weight loss journey by working out consistently at home using the weekly 30-minute plans from Pamala Reif. These workouts are free and can be easily done at home. She also adopted the CICO (Calories In, Calories Out) method, which involves tracking her daily food intake and ensuring she burns more calories than she consumes. After a few months of working out at home and following CICO, she decided to join a gym.
Results
Nine months into her weight loss journey, notoriousdemise went from 171 to 143 pounds. She attributes her success to consistency, patience, and faith in the process. Her mental health has also improved along with her physical health, as she feels happier and more confident about herself.
Takeaway
Notoriousdemise's weight loss journey proves that with hard work and consistency, anyone can achieve their health and fitness goals, even during a pandemic. Her approach of starting small, tracking her progress, and gradually increasing her efforts is a great model to follow. Whether you decide to follow her workout plans, adopt CICO, or try something else entirely, the key to success is finding a method that works for you and sticking with it.
Conclusion
Achieving weight loss during a pandemic is challenging, but not impossible. Notoriousdemise's journey provides an inspiring example of how to stay focused on your goals and motivated, even when faced with obstacles. Remember, the most important thing is to start small and be consistent in your efforts. With time, patience, and hard work, you too can achieve the healthy, happy, and confident body you deserve.
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.
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