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49Lb Weight Loss Journey of M/29/5'11'' in One Year

A man's 1-year weight loss journey is inspiring; he lost 49lbs through consistent caloric deficit and maintenance, building the right nutritional palette

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 5'11" male showing a weight reduction from 216 pounds to 168 pounds. A total loss of 48 pounds.
M/29/5'11" [216 > 168 = 49 lbs] Where will you be one year from now? [1 year difference]
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

MarshmellowGolem, a 29-year-old man, went through a year-long transformation in which he lost 49 pounds. He followed a strict routine of caloric deficit, scheduled maintenance, and built the right nutritional palette. In this article, we summarize his experiences and how he created changes in his body.

A Routine of Caloric Deficit

MarshmellowGolem started his weight loss journey in October 2020, and for five months, until February 2021, he followed caloric deficit. He ate 1950 calories per day on average and managed to lose 32lbs. He then followed caloric maintenance for the next four months, consuming 2700 calories per day. In the next two months, he consumed a slight caloric surplus, and one month later, he switched back to caloric deficit to make progress in his weight loss journey.

Importance of Nutritional Palette

MarshmellowGolem stressed on building the right nutritional palette, which helped him manage the strict routine. He focused on protein consumption and less high-intensity cardio during his latest cut, which made a difference. He suggested that one's deficit not be too large as it could lead to a quick rise in diet fatigue and binge eating attacks.

Where Will You Be One Year From Now?

The primary motivating factor behind his weight loss journey was thinking about where he would be in a year. He acknowledged that eight bad weeks in a year will make no difference if the other 44 are good. MarshmellowGolem's management strategy for the future includes a yearly mix of dedicated dieting, maintenance, and bulking periods. This way, he can enjoy all the great food and indulgence opportunities with family and friends while adhering to his health-related goals.

Conclusion

MarshmellowGolem's journey inspires us to take care of our bodies, eat healthily, and exercise regularly. His regular updates on his reddit thread helped him stay on track and motivated. Building the right nutritional palette, following a routine of caloric deficit and maintenance, and thinking of future goals was how he succeeded. One can also try adopting his outlook and approach, leading to a new way of thinking about our 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.