F/20/5’2’’ | How This Reddit User Lost 74 Lbs with Cico and Daily Walks
Read the journey of how Reddit user obvithrowawyyyy lost 74 lbs with CICO and daily walks without any loose skin.
Article by Madeleine Smith
Introduction
Inspirational weight loss journeys always make us motivated to transform our lives. Reddit user obvithrowawyyyy shared how she achieved an impressive 74 lbs weight loss through her post on the r/progresspics thread. She is a 20-year-old female, with a height of just 5'2''.
74 lbs Weight Loss Journey
Obvithrowawyyyy started at 200 lbs, and with consistent counting of calories through MyFitnessPal, she lost 74 pounds eventually. Her days involved walking on a regular basis and easy-to-follow CICO (calories in, calories out) routine. Her best advice to those who seek motivation is to indulge in an effortless calories counting routine and choose exercises that don't feel like a chore.
Effects of Weight Loss
Obvithrowawyyyy remarks that life is much easier now. She feels more active, gets better sleep, and feels more comfortable in clothes. She mentions how her bigger body was making life difficult for her for years, but with the significant weight lost, she has noticed a positive change in how people perceive and treat her.
Loose Skin After Transformation
Several Reddit users have been curious about the loose skin that generally comes along with significant weight loss. Obvithrowawyyyy has agreed to having some loose skin, but she jokes about it only being in her chest area. Her solution to tackle loose skin is to moisturize regularly. Another Reddit user also advised her to read about fasting and autophagy (process in which the body eliminates dead cells).
Conclusion
Obvithrowawyyyy's weight loss journey serves as an inspiration to many. For those seeking weight loss, this journey serves as a reminder that following a healthy lifestyle and regular exercises can lead to significant transformations. Obvithrowawyyyy's journey is evidence that a simple routine of calorie counting, light exercises, consistency, and determination can make it possible to achieve remarkable weight loss goals without any crash diets or expensive equipment!
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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