24 Year Old Loses 150 Pounds in 146 Months, Maintains Transformation
How one Reddit user lost 150 pounds over 12 years, and how they're managing to keep the weight off. Learn more about this incredible weight loss journey.
Article by Madeleine Smith
Introduction
When The_Original_Yeti was 24 years old, he weighed 325 pounds. Over 146 months - or 12 years - he shed 150 pounds and is now maintaining his impressive transformation. Although he hasn't frequented the r/loseit subreddit where he first shared his journey in over a year, fellow Reddit users are still celebrating his success.
Major Shifts in Habits
Despite his weight loss journey being long-term and gradual, The_Original_Yeti says he noticed shifts in his habits relatively early on. He started tracking his calories using apps like MyFitnessPal, and started incorporating more activity into his daily routine, such as taking the stairs instead of the elevator.
Facing Challenges Along the Way
The_Original_Yeti faced reminders of where he began in the form of stomach skin sagging from his dramatic weight loss. However, he hasn't let that impact his success. Instead, he continues to work on his fitness and hopes the sagging skin will eventually tighten. He also credits regular check-ins to the subreddit for maintaining the motivation to maintain his success.
Finding What Works for You
Although others have asked for specifics on how The_Original_Yeti lost so much weight, he's open about the fact that what worked for him may not work for everyone. However, he does recommend finding forms of exercise that are sustainable and enjoyable, and to not beat yourself up if you miss a workout or indulge in something unhealthy.
Conclusion
Although The_Original_Yeti may not be actively posting on r/loseit anymore, his success story is still incredibly inspiring. With patience, dedication, and a sustainable approach, anyone curious about shedding weight can look to his journey for guidance on crafting their own success story.
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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