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How Cico, Strength Training, and Running Can Help with Weight Loss

Read about Heavy-Abbreviations8's journey to losing 19 lbs in 4 months through calorie counting, strength training, and running.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A progress pic of a 5'11" man showing a fat loss from 232 pounds to 213 pounds. A total loss of 19 pounds.
M/40/5’11” [232lb>213lb=19lbs] (4 months) First time in 8 years that I am not obese. 40 to go.
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

Obesity is a health concern that affects millions of people worldwide. Heavy-Abbreviations8 is among the many people who have struggled with obesity. However, through consistent effort and lifestyle changes, Heavy-Abbreviations8 has managed to lose 19 lbs in 4 months. This article will explore how Heavy-Abbreviations8 lost weight through CICO, strength training, and running.

CICO

Calories in and calories out (CICO) is the fundamental rule of weight loss. Heavy-Abbreviations8 started to lose weight by counting calories. By monitoring the calorie intake, Heavy-Abbreviations8 created a caloric deficit that helped to burn the excess fat in the body. CICO method is effective because it helps to create a healthy lifestyle and promotes accountability.

Strength Training

Strength training is crucial for weight loss. Heavy-Abbreviations8 incorporated strength training to increase muscle mass, which helped to burn more calories during and after the workout. By focusing on strength training, Heavy-Abbreviations8 was able to build lean muscle, which increased metabolism, thereby, burning more calories even when at rest.

Running

Finally, running is an excellent exercise for weight loss. Heavy-Abbreviations8 incorporated running into the weight loss journey, which helped to burn more calories. Running, particularly distance running like the half marathon Heavy-Abbreviations8 ran in the beginning of the year, builds endurance, increases fitness levels, and burns more calories, particularly belly fat.

Conclusion

Weight loss is not an easy journey, but with consistent effort, changes in lifestyle, and a willingness to try new things, anyone can become healthier. Heavy-Abbreviations8 is a testament to this. While Heavy-Abbreviations8 still has weight loss goals to attain, the progress made so far is inspiring. By incorporating CICO, strength training, and running, Heavy-Abbreviations8 has managed to lose 19 lbs in 4 months, which is a remarkable achievement. This weight loss journey is a reminder that with discipline, anyone can achieve their weight loss 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.