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F/26/5’7” [286>245=41 Lbs] Weight Loss Journey

A reddit user's journey of losing over 40 pounds with slow and steady approach. Inspiring words of encouragement from fellow users.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A photo of a 5'7" woman showing a weight cut from 286 pounds to 245 pounds. A total loss of 41 pounds.
F/26/5’7” [286>245=41 lbs] Pictures are about 2 years apart. I’ve struggled with my weight all of my life. The picture on the right made me feel defeated until I compared it to the picture on the left. Slowly but surely approaching 50 pounds lost.
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

Losing weight is not easy, and it requires hard work, discipline and dedication. One reddit user named Wandering_Thoughts95 shares her inspiring story of losing weight, going from 286 to 245 pounds in a span of two years. This article aims to report on her journey and highlight the words of encouragement she received from fellow reddit users.

The Struggle and Defeat

Wandering_Thoughts95, a 26-year-old female, admits she has struggled with her weight all her life. However, she felt defeated when she saw a picture of herself on the right, two years after the one on the left. Nevertheless, she found solace in comparing the two images and decided to take a slow but steady approach to lose weight. She aimed to lose 50 pounds in total.

Words of Encouragement

Fellow reddit users acknowledged Wandering_Thoughts95's progress and even encouraged her to keep going. Words of encouragement such as 'Great work!', 'You look amazing, well done!', and 'Tremendous respect for this amazing progress!' flooded the comments. Other users commended her hard work and acknowledged that losing weight is not easy.

Slow and Steady Approach

Wandering_Thoughts95's weight loss journey is commendable because she took her time, did not push herself too much and listened to her body. Losing weight is not a sprint, but more of a marathon. It requires small, manageable steps that are easier to maintain in the long run. Wandering_Thoughts95's journey shows that slow and steady approach is an effective way to lose weight.

Conclusion

Wandering_Thoughts95's journey shows that losing weight is possible with hard work and dedication. Fellow reddit users provided inspiring words of encouragement that may have helped Wandering_Thoughts95 stay motivated. People looking to lose weight should take small, manageable steps, listen to their bodies and be patient. Losing weight is a marathon, not a sprint.

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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.