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Cardiac Assistant's Sustainable Approach to Lose 25 Lbs in 4 Months

Follow jollybootz9809's incredible journey of switching to a sustainable lifestyle for weight loss.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 5'3" female showing a weight reduction from 243 pounds to 218 pounds. A total loss of 25 pounds.
F/29/5’3” [243lbs>218lbs = 25lbs] (4 months) getting discouraged because I was having a hard time seeing progress but thankful for progress pics! CICO and going to the gym
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

A surgical assistant's realization

Jollybootz9809, a 29-year-old cardiac surgical assistant, has had a weight fluctuation between 240-215lbs by doing keto/weight watchers but failed to sustain the lifestyle. One day, the realization hit that without a sustainable lifestyle, it could be her on the operating table.

CICO and going to the gym

Nothing is off-limits for food, but the principle of CICO (Calories In, Calories Out) is applied. Exercise is a comfort, replacing the need for food. Jollybootz9809 engages in cardio and light lifting and noticed the difference in her body condition since doing so after 10-hour surgeries where standing in one place would cause much body ache.

Consistency, even if it doesn't show

Jollybootz9809 felt discouraged and had a hard time seeing progress. Still, progression photos proved that something has been changing within her body, which could be challenging to show due to the type of clothes worn at work or even with the COVID mask. Despite this, Jollybootz9809 remains focused and determined to continue her progress.

Motivational impact on others

Jollybootz989 has been an inspiration and motivator for others who are also struggling with their fitness journey. On the reddit post, other users expressed their amazement with Jollybootz989’s impressive transformation, which proves that progress is progress no matter how slow or discouraging it seems.

A lifetime journey towards health

Jollybootz9809 has found a remarkable lifestyle that not only helps her lose weight but has also positively impacted her mental and physical well-being. Her story emphasizes that a sustainable lifestyle is not merely a temporary measure for losing weight but must also be a lifetime commitment to improving 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.