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F/47's Weight Journey: From 139Lbs to 116Lbs in 14 Months

Read about one woman's weight loss journey, achieved through CICO, IF, 72hr water fasts, jogging and Pilates, and decide what works for you.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 5'3" female showing a weight reduction from 139 pounds to 116 pounds. A total loss of 23 pounds.
F/47/5’3”/160cm [139lbs > 116lbs = 23lbs] (14 months between these pics) CICO, IF, a few 72hr water fasts, jogging, Pilates. My goal weight was 110lbs (50kg) but now I’m thinking of staying around here – 116lbs (53kg)
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

Suhurley, a 47-year-old Reddit user, shared her weight loss journey of losing 23lbs in 14 months. She achieved this through a mix of calorie counting (CICO), intermittent fasting (IF), a few 72hr water fasts, jogging, and Pilates. Her target goal was to weigh 110lbs but she is decided to stay at 116lbs.

Her Routine

Suhurley followed an easy-to-maintain fitness regimen. She took 6 Pilates classes for just $60, recently started jogging with her dogs, walking for 5-10kms several times a week, and did some high-intensity interval training (HIIT). Her approach toward diet was smart and scientific concentrating on burning more calories than consuming. She also used intermittent fasting as a tool for weight loss. Faced with difficulty in maintaining her original weight goal, she never gave up but instead decided to stay at the weight that made her feel comfortable and confident.

Muscles and Longevity

Suhurley enthusiast about jogging and Pilates, was acknowledged for her added muscle definition as pointed out in the comments section. Jogging promotes cardiovascular health and Pilates builds her core and overall body strength. Her choice of workout could lead to longevity in her life, and inspires others to exercise and have similar goals. She mentioned in her replies within the discussion that her neighbor believes she looked better when she weighed almost 150lbs, though this has not discouraged her. Her focus is not just on aesthetics but also on feeling healthy inside and out.

The Importance of a balanced approach

Suhurley's long journey is proof of the importance of consistency in daily exercise and a balanced approach to diet. The adage, “less is more” applies here because by consistently engaging in light to moderate workout intensity, she achieved both fat loss and muscle gain. Her main keys to success were being devoted to a healthy balanced diet, self-discipline, and choosing exercise regimens she finds fun, practical, and comfortable. It's essential to find what works for your body type and preferences, so don't feel discouraged if you cannot manage everything that worked for Suhurley.

Conclusion

Suhurley is an inspiration in the fitness community for her balanced and realistic approach to weight loss, even though people's opinions about her current form may differ. Her success story highlights the importance of consistency and experimentation to discover which diet and exercise routine work best for us. We should always focus on feeling healthy by making a change rather than trying to meet an arbitrary number. The lessons from her story should motivate us all to start our fitness journey and discover what works best for our body type and lifestyle.

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Madeleine Smith

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Madeleine is passionate about empowering individuals with the information and tools they need to transform their bodies and lives.