Weight Loss Journey From 274+ Lbs to 191 Lbs

Introduction

A 28-year-old man, bmwe30is on Reddit, shares his successful weight loss journey from 274+ lbs to a whopping 83 lbs less, which he achieved over the course of two years. In this post, he talks about how he accomplished his weight loss goals by working out for at least an hour every day, eating less processed and sugary foods, and practicing moderation with his diet.

Diet Habits

bmwe30is focused on making a calorie deficit by limiting the amount of carbs he ate. He allowed himself some fruit and a small dinner roll, ate high protein meals, leafy greens, and stayed away from fast food. He paid attention to his food portions and only ate enough to be satiated. He also avoided processed foods, simple sugars/carbs, and empty calories. He used olive oil to cook and indulged in healthy fats, such as avocado and cheese, in moderation. He stocked his fridge and pantry with easy-to-cook and eat foods like Fage yogurt, cheese sticks, hummus, and fresh fruit.

Workout Habits

bmwe30is started going to the gym to run for 30 minutes and lift for 30 minutes, which helped him lose the first 30 lbs. Then, he started running outdoors to prepare for a half marathon in 4 hours, which he finished in 3:45. He ran 3-8 miles a day, 3-4 days a week. Eventually, he got bored of running and bought a triathlon bike to compete in triathlons. He now tries to do two activities a day, such as running and biking, or running and swimming. During the summer, he would ride his bike for 20 miles at an easy pace after work. He also lifted weights at home using 2 25lb kettlebells and 2 10lb free weights.

Pitfalls

bmwe30is approached his weight loss journey with a long-term view of a healthy lifestyle, which allowed him to keep his short-term goals in perspective. He cooked foods that he enjoyed and had a cheat meal now and then. With rapid weight loss, he had to purchase new clothing every few months. However, he felt happier overall and wished he had started his weight loss journey sooner. He also had to plan and prepare his meals in advance, pack his lunches for work, and cook enough food for an entire week's dinners and lunches. Everything required discipline in daily life.

Conclusion

bmwe30's weight loss journey proves that anyone can lose weight with hard work, discipline, and a lifestyle focused on moderation. He recommends starting with exercises such as jogging/walking for thirty minutes each day and gradually increasing the pace and amount of time being active. He suggests buying proper fitting shoes for running and suggested looking up guides on fit and buying used bikes on /r/bicycling. Eating high protein meals, leafy greens, limiting processed and sugary foods, and avoiding empty meals and calories will lead anyone to a healthier lifestyle.