F/30/5’7” Weight Loss Journey: 242Lbs to 172Lbs in 14 Months
Incredible journey of a Reddit user's weight loss, learn how she managed to lose 70lbs by following a healthy lifestyle, without a fad diet or magic pill.
Article by Madeleine Smith
Pinkblazer1616, a Reddit user shared an inspiring transformation post and revealed how she lost 70lbs by following healthy habits; the post received 468 upvotes and many positive comments. The 30-year-old woman shared a before and after photo that showed the incredible difference from her weight loss journey, which took 14 months to get to the current weight.
Setting achievable goals
The Redditor explains that her motivation was not only from weighing in a smaller number but also the desire to lead a healthier life. Her goal was never to reach a specific weight but to make improvements step by step – this mindset helped her succeed.
Determination and consistency
She also shared that consistency was the key to success in her weight loss journey. Keeping determined throughout and each pound that was lost motivated her further to continue. The user also kept track of her food intake and ran/walked upwards of 15-20 km each day, which helped her succeed in weight loss.
Encouraging habits
The Redditor's post has encouraged many people who are starting their own weight loss journey, also helping some with similar starting points. Pinkblazer1616 has thus created a positive conversation around the topic of weight loss by showing that quick fixes or fad diets are not the only answer.
Final thoughts
While everyone's journey and body are different, Pinkblazer1616 in her post, has shown that with determination, consistency and adopting healthy habits, changes can be made. Her post proves that weight loss is not just about looking better in clothes but embracing a healthier life.
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.
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