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How This User Lost 34 Lbs of Fat and Gained 14 Lbs of Muscle in 18 Months

Read about an impressive weight loss journey of a reddit user who lost 48 lbs in total and gained muscle along the way.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A progress pic of a 5'10" man showing a fat loss from 198 pounds to 178 pounds. A respectable loss of 20 pounds.
M/29/5’10”. [198lbs>164>178lbs=net difference 48 lbs]. 34 pounds in fat lost and 14 pounds in muscle gained in 18 months. Big goals before my 30th b-day in 6 months.
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Introduction

A reddit user, with the username [deleted], achieved an impressive feat of losing 34 lbs of fat and gaining 14 lbs of muscle in just 18 months. In this article, we will delve deeper into their weight loss journey and learn what they did to achieve their transformation.

Diet Changes

The user started their journey by making significant changes in their diet. They cut back on sugary and processed foods and incorporated more protein into their meals. They also started counting calories and consumed fewer calories than they burned in a day to create a calorie deficit.

Fitness Routine

In addition to making diet changes, the user began a consistent fitness routine. They started with walking for 30 minutes a day and gradually increased their exercise intensity and duration. They also incorporated weight training to build muscle mass.

Results

After 18 months, the user lost 34 lbs of fat and gained 14 lbs of muscle, resulting in a net weight loss of 48 lbs. The user's body fat percentage decreased from 27.7% to 16.3%. The user also reported feeling more energy and confidence, and was able to achieve their big goals just in time for their 30th birthday.

Conclusion

This reddit user's weight loss journey is a testament to the power of making small changes in your lifestyle over time. By making mindful changes to their diet and fitness routine, the user was able to make significant progress in their weight loss journey. Whether you want to lose weight, gain muscle, or just improve your health and wellness, this journey can serve as inspiration, and following a healthy diet and staying active is key to achieving your 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.