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How Counting Calories Helped a Reddit User Lose over 50Lbs

Read about how a Reddit user with a starting weight of 221lbs successfully lost over 50lbs in 11 months through counting calories.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A photo of a 5'9" man showing a weight cut from 221 pounds to 170 pounds. A net loss of 51 pounds.
M/24/5'9'' [221 lbs > 170 lbs = 51 lbs] (11 months) Progress so far - happy holidays everyone :) (NSFW)
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

One Reddit user's weight loss journey has been chronicled through his posts and comments, providing inspiration and insights for others looking to embark on their own weight loss journey.

Starting Stats and Motivation

At the start of his journey, the user, known as connorloughran, was a 24-year-old male who stood at 5'9'' and weighed 221lbs. He cites a break-up and living alone as two factors that helped him steer away from old binge eating habits and start focusing on his health and weight loss.

Counting Calories as Key to Success

Connor's weight loss progress was achieved primarily through calorie counting. He notes in a comment that he only started working out regularly a couple of weeks before his “update” post, emphasizing that weight loss comes primarily from the foods he eats every day. This underscores one of the fundamental principles of weight loss: that healthy, sustainable weight loss cannot be achieved through exercise alone but by balancing energy in and energy out.

Praise and Encouragement

Connor's progress in his journey has been well received by the Reddit community, with hundreds of upvotes on his progress update post, and numerous comments filled with praise and encouragement. These messages of support can provide additional motivation for those on a weight loss journey, helping them stay the course even when faced with challenges and setbacks.

Takeaways for Those Embarking On Their Own Journeys

Connor's journey, while impressive, is just one example of a successful weight loss journey. Nonetheless, his experience offers several key insights for anyone looking to embark on a weight loss journey. The importance of counting calories as a means of taking control of one's diet, the role of support from the community, and the need for patience and perseverance are all vital components of a successful journey toward sustainable weight loss. While everyone's path may be different, many of the lessons learned by Connor can be applied to any weight loss journey.

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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.