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From 195 Lbs to 165 Lbs: a 30 Lb Journey in 5 Months

Read about one user's weight loss journey using their Reddit post as a reference. Discover how they were motivated to lose weight and what they did to achieve their goal.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 5'6" female showing a weight reduction from 195 pounds to 165 pounds. A net loss of 30 pounds.
F/23/5’6’’ [195 lbs > 165 lbs = 30 lbs] (5 months) Our proposal photographer re-edited our pictures from 2 years ago yesterday, and when I got the gallery I was shocked and I forgot how big I was. Second picture is from our engagement photos from this year.
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

Losing weight can be a challenging journey, but it is achievable as demonstrated by one Reddit user's post. The user, a female aged 23, documented her experience of losing 30 lbs in just 5 months.

Motivation

The user's motivation came from a seemingly unexpected source. Recently, their proposal photographer re-edited pictures from 2 years ago, and when they received the gallery, they were shocked by how big they were. This provided the push needed to take action and start their weight loss journey.

Methods

The user did not follow a specific weight loss program but instead made lifestyle changes. These changes included cutting back on processed foods, drinking more water, and increasing physical activity through cycling and hiking. They also practiced intermittent fasting by restricting their eating window to 8 hours a day.

Results

The user's hard work paid off as they went from 195 lbs to 165 lbs in just 5 months. This significant weight loss not only improved their physical health but also boosted their self-confidence. The user shared engagement photos taken in the same year as the proposal photos, showing the incredible transformation.

Conclusion

This user's journey shows the power of motivation and lifestyle changes in achieving weight loss goals. While there is no singular way to lose weight, finding what works best for the individual and making small, sustainable changes can lead to positive results. It's never too late to start making changes and begin seeing improvements in overall health and well-being.

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Madeleine Smith

Content Lead at MyProgressPics.com

Madeleine is passionate about empowering individuals with the information and tools they need to transform their bodies and lives.