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A Journey From 280 Lbs to 180 Lbs: Redditor's Inspiring Weight Loss Story

Read the inspiring weight loss journey of Reddit user Drenkn, who lost 100 lbs through a balanced diet and fitness routine.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A progress pic of a 5'10" woman showing a weight loss from 280 pounds to 180 pounds. A net loss of 100 pounds.
A progress pic of a 5'10" woman showing a weight loss from 280 pounds to 180 pounds. A net loss of 100 pounds.
A progress pic of a 5'10" woman showing a weight loss from 280 pounds to 180 pounds. A net loss of 100 pounds.
A progress pic of a 5'10" woman showing a weight loss from 280 pounds to 180 pounds. A net loss of 100 pounds.
A progress pic of a 5'10" woman showing a weight loss from 280 pounds to 180 pounds. A net loss of 100 pounds.
A progress pic of a 5'10" woman showing a weight loss from 280 pounds to 180 pounds. A net loss of 100 pounds.
A progress pic of a 5'10" woman showing a weight loss from 280 pounds to 180 pounds. A net loss of 100 pounds.
A progress pic of a 5'10" woman showing a weight loss from 280 pounds to 180 pounds. A net loss of 100 pounds.
A progress pic of a 5'10" woman showing a weight loss from 280 pounds to 180 pounds. A net loss of 100 pounds.
A progress pic of a 5'10" woman showing a weight loss from 280 pounds to 180 pounds. A net loss of 100 pounds.
A progress pic of a 5'10" woman showing a weight loss from 280 pounds to 180 pounds. A net loss of 100 pounds.
A progress pic of a 5'10" woman showing a weight loss from 280 pounds to 180 pounds. A net loss of 100 pounds.
F/27/5'10" -- 280 --> 180
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

The journey begins

According to the Reddit post, at 27 years old and standing at 5'10", Drenkn weighed 280 lbs. However, through determination and hard work, she lost a significant amount of weight and reached 180 lbs as documented by the post. While Drenkn doesn't describe how long the entire journey took, her progress is very inspiring for anyone who wants to lose weight.

The diet plan

Drenkn mentioned that she followed the plan over at SparkPeople.com, which bases calorie range off height, weight, age, and fitness level while encouraging a balanced diet. She didn't follow a strict keto or paleo-style diet and instead found success with a modified paleo diet. Drenkn's plan focused on balance as opposed to a fad diet that cuts out an entire food group.

Achieving fitness goals

While diet played an important role in Drenkn's journey, she didn't overlook the importance of physical activity. Her routine involved weight training to build muscle and give her body a toned appearance, which is reflected in her progress photos. Her workout routine was also balanced with cardio such as Zumba and running.

Inspiring others

Drenkn's weight loss journey has been inspirational, sparking admiration and inspiration from Redditors. One commenter, homebythefence, said that they had been waiting for a before/after album of someone with similar starting stats to show them what change can do. Drenkn's journey has inspired people who want to lose weight and has shown that anyone can do it with hard work and dedication.

Remarkable transformation

Drenkn's transformation is evident from her progress photos. Her profile picture shows her slimmer figure and toned arms as well as her fashionable sense of style. However, it's not just about the weight loss. Drenkn feels better and is healthier, which is an important aspect of weight loss.

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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.