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70Lb Weight Loss Journey in 8 Months: a Reddit User's Inspiring Story

A Reddit user named wild_eyed_jokers embarked on an 8-month weight loss journey, losing 70lbs through CICO. Learn from her inspiring story

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 5'7" female showing a weight reduction from 220 pounds to 150 pounds. A net loss of 70 pounds.
F/27/5'7 [220lbs > 150lbs = 70lbs] (8 months) only 15lbs away from goal weight!
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

Losing weight is not an easy task. However, a Reddit user named wild_eyed_jokers has given the world an inspiring story of how she managed to lose 70 pounds in just 8 months using the CICO technique.

The Journey Begins

Wild_eyed_jokers began her weight loss journey by using a calorie calculator to determine her calorie intake, which was below maintenance. She limited herself between 1600-1200 calories a day and tried to maintain that. Her progress had highs and lows, depending on her appetite.

Inspiring Others

Her progress had inspired Reddit users, specifically, a user named pumpkin_basher, who was motivated to follow suit to see her own transformation, amazed by her progress. Robertqlx was also amazed by wild_eyed_jokers achievement, asking her how she managed to lose 70lbs in 8 months, to which she replied saying that it was all through CICO. Wild_eyed_jokers’ story proves that with small steps, one can achieve anything they want.

Results and Final Thoughts

As each day passed, wild_eyed_jokers was growing closer to her goal weight, and her progress was incredible. She is now only 15 pounds away from her goal weight. All the progress-capturing moments documented on Reddit show how happy and self-confident she has become. Wild_eyed_jokers' story proves that by setting realistic goals and adopting healthy habits, one can transform their bodies and minds.

Conclusion

It’s no doubt that wild_eyed_jokers’ weight loss journey is an inspiring one. By sharing her success story online, she has motivated many people to try out healthy habits no matter how daunting they may seem. Adopting realistic goals and techniques like CICO can lead to incredible results, and with time one can achieve their desired body weight. It’s up to everyone interested in weight loss to find what works for them.

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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.