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M/27/5'7" Sheds 70Lbs in 22 Months to Feel More in Control of His Life

GaPSMAV's inspiring weight loss journey from 270lbs to 200lbs in 22 months, with Reddit users applauding his work

Article by Madeleine Smith

A progress pic of a 5'7" man showing a fat loss from 270 pounds to 200 pounds. A net loss of 70 pounds.
M/27/5'7" [270lbs > 200lbs = 70lbs] (22 months) Didn't ever take a before picture because I didn't think I would make any progress. I feel so much more in control of my life now.
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

Reddit user, GaPSMAV, decided enough was enough when it came to his weight. With no 'before' picture taken, he started his weight-loss journey of 70lbs over 22 months, proving we should never doubt our ability to make progress.

No more excuses

It's easy to underestimate the difficulty of starting such a journey or be daunted by the amount of weight to lose. However, GaPSMAV's story shows that starting is always the hardest part. Once we manage to make the first move, the other pieces start coming together.

Goal setting along the way

It's important to set achievable goals along the way or risk becoming disheartened. GaPSMAV's goal of 180lbs may seem out of reach at the moment. However, by focusing on milestones, such as every five or ten pounds lost, the bigger picture becomes more manageable.

Support from the Reddit community

GaPSMAV's journey has been celebrated by the Reddit community, with users commenting praise and sharing their own experiences. It serves as a reminder that we don't need to tackle such a journey alone. Support and encouragement from others can be an essential part of success.

Conclusion

GaPSMAV's story is just one of many that show what can be achieved by committing to a weight-loss programme. Although the journey will have ups and downs, setting goals, finding support and focusing on milestones can go a long way to achieve the end result. If you are looking to lose weight, you too can achieve this.

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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.