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5 Month Weight Loss Journey: Push/Pull/Legs and Small Calorie Deficit

Read about one user's 15lb weight loss journey over 5 months using a push/pull/legs split and small calorie deficit. Includes ab routine and Q&A.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 5'8" male showing a weight reduction from 170 pounds to 155 pounds. A respectable loss of 15 pounds.
M/26/5’8” [170 > 155 =15lb] APRIL (before) - SEPT (after) Currently: Push/Pull/Legs (6 day split) + small calorie deficit. Abs (5xweek) Ask any questions, I’ll answer as best I can
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

Bobby7198 took to Reddit to share their 5-month weight loss journey through a push/pull/legs split and small calorie deficit. They lost a total of 15lbs over this period, going from 170lbs to 155lbs.

The Workout Routine

Bobby7198's workout routine consisted of a 6 day push/pull/legs split. They also incorporated ab exercises 5 times a week. They would follow a 10 minute ab workout from one of their favorite YouTube channels, such as Athleanx or Thenx, three times a week. They also dedicated two days to ab strength training.

The Diet

In order to lose weight, Bobby7198 implemented a small calorie deficit. They did not provide exact details on how many calories they were consuming, but it was enough to allow for weight loss while also providing enough energy to sustain their workouts. They did not mention any specific dietary restrictions or guidelines.

Q&A

Throughout the Reddit thread, Bobby7198 answered various questions from other users. They suggested that the user who was 5'8'' and 145lbs do a calorie deficit and intermittent fasting (16:8) to lose love handles before they thought about bulking up. They also answered questions about their ab routine and calorie plans going forward.

Conclusion

Bobby7198's journey is a great example of how a push/pull/legs split and small calorie deficit can lead to meaningful weight loss over a period of months. While they did not provide specific details on their diet, their consistent workouts and commitment to ab exercises played a significant role in their success. If you're struggling to lose weight, consider giving their routine a try and seeing how it works for your body.

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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.