Overcoming Plateaus in Weight Loss: a Journey of Hiit and Cico

Introduction

Reddit user contingentcolours documents her journey towards losing 20lbs and reaching her goal weight of 145lbs. She utilized a combination of HIIT workouts (three times a week) and CICO (calories in, calories out) to aid her weight loss journey. As with many weight loss journeys, she experiences plateaus and obstacles in her journey, but is determined to reach her goals.

CICO and HIIT: A Winning Combination

Contingentcolours relied on a combination of CICO and HIIT to shed extra pounds. CICO is a simple concept of burning more calories than you consume. She also incorporated high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts into her routine to help increase her metabolism and burn more calories. By focusing on a combination of diet and exercise, she was able to make significant progress in her weight loss journey.

Plateaus and Progress

Despite her initial progress, contingentcolours eventually hit a plateau and found that even with continued diet and exercise, her weight remained stagnant at 155lbs. However, she did not give up and instead reevaluated her plan. She tried new exercises, changed up her diet, and pushed herself to work out harder. Eventually, she was able to break through the plateau and continue towards her goal weight.

Body Positivity and Happy Weight

As she approached her goal weight, contingentcolours found herself struggling to lose the last few pounds. However, she realized that her body had reached a happy weight and that pushing herself too much could lead to unhealthy habits. She learned to appreciate her body for what it had accomplished and strive for a healthy, balanced lifestyle instead of a specific weight goal.

Conclusion

Weight loss journeys are never easy, but by incorporating a combination of CICO and exercise, like HIIT, you can make significant progress. Along the way, there will be plateaus and obstacles to overcome, but by adjusting and readjusting as necessary, and remembering to prioritize body positivity and health over a specific number on the scale, success can be achieved. Try things out for yourself and be proud of the progress you make along the way.