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F/33 Lost 100 Lbs in 10 Months Through Cico and Activity

The journey of a Reddit user who lost more than 100 lbs naturally in 10 months with the help of CICO and being active. Her journey is inspiring for anyone looking to lose extra weight and become healthier.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A picture of a 5'4" female showing a weight loss from 292 pounds to 100 pounds. A respectable loss of 192 pounds.
F/33/5'4" [292>192=100](10 months)Finally hit 100 pounds lost and feeling better than I have in a very long time!
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

The user's journey

Jassari122410, a 33-year-old female, had struggled with weight gain for the longest time. She had to use a seatbelt extension on airplanes and could not buy clothes from the store’s regular range. However, determination and a strong will to shed the extra weight finally helped her lose more than 100 lbs naturally. She attributes her success to CICO and an active lifestyle.

CICO - Calories In Calories Out

The term 'CICO' simply stands for calories in, calories out. It is a weight loss method emphasizing the importance of consuming fewer calories than you burn. By maintaining a steady caloric deficit, one can lose weight over time. Jassari122410 admitted to eating within the range of 1600 to 1800 calories per day in her post's comments.

Being active

Besides adhering to CICO, being active and burning calories regularly helped Jassari122410 achieve her weight loss goals. Her job was fairly active, which supported her daily calorie burn, and she also included physical activity in her free time. Exercise, such as walking or swimming, can help increase our metabolism and promote fat loss.

The benefits of weight loss

Jassari122410's weight loss brought about various benefits, which include physical comfort, convenience, improved self-esteem, and a better approach to life. In the comments, she spoke about how her knees no longer ached after a long workday, and how her waistline went down dramatically. Weight loss can lead to better overall health and well-being, and Jassari122410's journey is a testament to this fact.

Final thoughts

The journey to weight loss can be challenging, stressful, and time-consuming. However, one must keep the end goal in mind and take it each day at a time. Jassari122410's post is an inspiration for anyone struggling to lose weight, and her journey shows that a caloric deficit, combined with an active lifestyle, can indeed lead to lasting weight loss.

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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.