From 180Lbs to 136Lbs: a Long but Successful Weight and Muscle Journey
Read about a Reddit user's progress in her weight and muscle journey. Learn how she overcame challenges and gained confidence.
Article by Madeleine Smith
Introduction
The Reddit user, Bexytt, shared her weight and muscle journey on the social media platform. Her post, which received 2,558 upvotes, showed her transformation from weighing 180lbs to 136lbs. Bexytt's journey spanned almost four years, with a focus on weight lifting and building muscle mass.
Challenges and Plateaus
Bexytt was honest about the ups and downs of her journey. Her initial weight loss journey started with cardio, which resulted in a lack of muscles and feeling 'flabby.' She then experimented with weight lifting and protein intake to gain muscle mass. However, in the first two years, she was on and off with weight lifting due to various reasons, including busy work schedules.
Workout Routine
Bexytt's workout routine includes Push, Pull, Legs rotation. For Push, she does shoulder press, overhead tricep extensions, and chest press. For Pull, she does bicep curls, chest pull-ins, and shoulder shrugs. For legs, Bexytt does front barbell squats and calfs, single leg squats, and hip thrusts. In terms of sets and reps, Bexytt doesn't follow a set regime, but she typically does a base of 4 sets of 12 reps for each exercise.
Gaining Confidence and Strength
Bexytt's hard work has paid off with noticeable gains in muscle definition in her arms, back, and overall body. Beyond the physical transformation, Bexytt gained confidence and learned to love weight lifting, which she now sees as a hobby. Bexytt's inspiring journey shows that with hard work and dedication, anyone can achieve their desired fitness goals.
Conclusion
If you're starting a weight loss or muscle-building journey, Bexytt's story serves as motivation to stay committed and persistent. As Bexytt's journey shows, there will be challenges and plateaus, but with perseverance and the right mindset, you can achieve your desired fitness goals. Consider finding a workout routine that fits your schedule and lifestyle and seek guidance from fitness professionals. Remember that fitness is a journey, not a destination, so enjoy the process.
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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