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From 272 to 184: the Weight Loss Journey of Reddit User Chterrible

Explore the weight loss journey of Reddit user chterrible, how he lost over 80 pounds and gained muscle mass over a period of 2 years.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A progress pic of a 5'11" man showing a fat loss from 272 pounds to 184 pounds. A respectable loss of 88 pounds.
272 to 184 M/33/5'11''. Started Jan 2011.
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

Meet chterrible, a Reddit user who lost over 80 pounds of weight in a span of 2 years. In this article, we chronicle his weight loss journey as documented by him on Reddit.

The Journey

Chterrible began his journey by lifting as hard as he could for a year without changing his diet. He gained a lot of muscle, changed his body composition with this approach. In his second year, he began dieting, starting with a keto diet where he lost 50 pounds in 6 months. Lastly, he increased his calorie intake to 2 grams per day with over 200 grams of protein and introduced cardio and continued working on his diet to lose the last 30 pounds.

His Fitness Routine

Chterrible followed a 5-day split routine where he focused on a different muscle group each day. He also kept his workout routine simple, doing only the classics and lifting as heavy as he could while focusing on proper form. Consistency was the key and he eventually built up the muscle he needed. He cut out all the unnecessary exercises and made his routine functional and straightforward.

The Struggle and Tips for Others

Chterrible's weight loss journey wasn't an easy one, and he faced many failures along the way. However, he didn't let failure discourage him and kept trying until he found the right combination of diet and exercise. He advises others to focus on consistency, perseverance, and not being too hard on themselves when they fail. He also recommends weightlifting and high protein intake for muscle building.

Conclusion

Chterrible's story is an inspiring one, showcasing the true potential of hard work, consistency, and discipline. His journey reminds us that there are no shortcuts to weight loss and that the road to achieving our fitness goals is not an easy one. However, with the right mindset and a willingness to work hard, success is possible. We encourage anyone on their own fitness journey to take inspiration from chterrible's story and try things out for themselves.

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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.