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Overcoming Obesity: One Man's Journey Towards Losing 40Lbs

Discover how punkrockeyedoc went from 267lbs to 227lbs with intermittent fasting, keto diet, and exercise. Read on for inspiration!

Article by Madeleine Smith

A progress pic of a 6'2" man showing a fat loss from 267 pounds to 227 pounds. A net loss of 40 pounds.
M/42/6’2” [267lbs>227lbs=40lbs] hit the 40lbs lost mark today!
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

Meet punkrockeyedoc. At the age of 42 and a height of 6'2, he weighed 267lbs - this is his weight loss journey. Through discipline and hard work, he is now down to 227lbs, having lost a total of 40lbs. Inspired to lose weight, punkrockeyedoc turned to a keto(ish) diet, intermittent fasting, and exercise. His journey shows that losing weight is possible with the right mindset, diet plan, and exercise routine.

Discipline is key

Punkrockeyedoc is proof that weight loss can be achieved with discipline. He started his journey with 18:6 intermittent fasting while keeping his carbs between 50-100g per day. Once in a while, he would hit 150g. His daily calorie intake ranges from 2500 to 3000. He also exercises regularly with three weight room sessions each week, cardio sessions at 75% heart rate, and 2-3 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes each week. His perseverance in sticking to his diet and workout schedule allowed him to reach his goal of losing 40lbs.

Overcoming struggles

Punkrockeyedoc's journey was not a walk in the park. He battled the temptation to break his fasting, cravings for his favorite high-carb foods, and the stress of work that often led him to the fridge. However, by focusing on his goal, staying disciplined, and taking it one day at a time, he was able to overcome these struggles.

Inspiration for others

Punkrockeyedoc's journey is an inspiration to everyone looking to lose weight. He shows that weight loss requires a sustained effort in healthful eating habits and exercise. Punkrockeyedoc's experience reveals that it is possible to be creative with your diet and still hit your goals. It can also serve as a reminder to anyone struggling with their weight to keep going and to never give up.

Conclusion

Weight loss is not a one-size-fits-all solution. What works for punkrockeyedoc may not work for everyone else. However, his journey offers practical insights for anyone considering weight loss. Give a keto(ish) diet a try, adopt an intermittent fasting regime or exercise regularly. Losing weight will always require hard work and discipline. Keep that in mind, and you too can crush those weight loss goals!

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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.