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From 137Lbs to 170Lbs: a Weight Journey with Tips and Advice

Read the inspiring journey of a reddit user from being incredibly skinny to gaining 33lbs. Discover tips and advice on how to improve your workouts and nutrition.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A photo of a 6'2" man showing a weight bulk from 137 pounds to 170 pounds. A respectable gain of 33 pounds.
M/28/6’2” [137lbs > 170lbs = 33lbs] Still a way to go to make bigger improvements, but feeling better in myself from the incredibly skinny version of myself. Kind comments from family and friends keep me motivated. Good luck to everyone else on their journey
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

A Reddit user, vfbncfc, documented his weight journey from being 137lbs to 170lbs. Through his post and comments, we can learn and discover his journey's ups and downs, his improvements, and the advice he has given to others struggling with their fitness goals.

The Journey

The journey started in February 2020 and continued to October 2021. In those 20 months, he gained 33lbs, which was achieved mainly through working out with dumbbells and machines. He also improved his nutrition by tracking his calorie intake with the MyFitnessPal app and making sure to eat 2419 calories per day, split between 54% carbs, 25% fats, and 21% protein.

Tips and Advice

In his comments, vfbncfc advises that getting started is the hardest part. He recommends working with a personal trainer to develop good form and technique before moving onto barbell exercises. He also mentioned that machines can be beneficial in working isolated areas of muscles and are safer to use against injury. Mixing up exercises with bodyweight and dumbbells is also a good way to progress incrementally.

Improvements

Apart from the physical transformation, vfbncfc emphasized improvements in himself, particularly in his confidence and mental health. His family and friends' kind comments have also kept him motivated in his progress, proving that support systems can go a long way in achieving your goals.

Conclusion

Vfbncfc's inspiring journey reminds us that we can still make significant improvements even if we start at a disadvantage. The path to fitness is a long and challenging one, but it's not impossible to succeed with dedication and a good support system. For those struggling with their goals, take vfbncfc's tips and advice and start small. Every effort counts, and results will come gradually.

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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.