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A User's Journey to a Healthy Bmi Using Cico and Exercise

Read about one user's journey from 169lbs to 149lbs in 4.5 months using CICO and daily exercise to reach a healthy BMI, plus measurements and diet details.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A picture of a 5'5" female showing a weight loss from 169 pounds to 159 pounds. A respectable loss of 10 pounds.
F/29/5'5" [169lbs > 159lbs > 149lbs = 20lbs] (4.5 months) Made it to a healthy BMI! 📉
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

One Reddit user, ailuromancey, shared their weight loss journey on the platform, detailing how they went from 169lbs to 159lbs to their ultimate goal of 149lbs over the course of 4.5 months. The user's exceptional feat is worth examining, especially because they reached a healthy BMI. In this article, we explore ailuromancey's journey to a healthier body, their daily calorie deficit, how they incorporate daily exercise, and their plant-based diet.

Method

To achieve their significant weight loss, ailuromancey followed the Calories In, Calories Out (CICO) method, which requires the user to consume fewer calories than they expend. A 500 calorie daily deficit from their Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE) resulted in them consuming about 1500 calories per day, with the exception of 2 weeks when they stalled at 153lbs due to a plateau where they ate at maintenance calories. Ailuromancey eats exercise calories back and incorporates yoga and walking.

Diet and Measurements

Ailuromancey's diet is 90% plant-based with occasional fish or egg. They reached progress in their measurements, with their waist dropping by 10cm, bellybutton by 10cm, underbust by 4cm, and bust by 8cm. Their 36G bra size went down to a 34F. They now aim to see how they feel at 135lbs and beyond.

Inspiration for Others

Ailuromancey's weight loss journey serves as an inspiration for others who seek to attain a healthy BMI. Their method is easy to follow, and their commitment to a healthy lifestyle without radical dieting is highly commendable. The emphasis on daily exercise and the incorporation of a plant-based diet can also serve as a guide for others who want to achieve their weight loss goals.

Conclusion

To see the same results, other users can try out the CICO method, eat a plant-based diet, and incorporate daily exercise into their routine. As ailuromancey demonstrated, it is not about radical dieting but rather making certain lifestyle changes to achieve the desired weight and BMI. We wish them well on their continued journey towards good health.

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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.