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Primalism's One Year Weight Loss Journey: From 224 to 146 Lbs

Read about Primalism's weight loss journey from 224lbs to 146lbs in one year with medication & exercise.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A progress pic of a 5'4" woman showing a fat loss from 224 pounds to 167 pounds. A net loss of 57 pounds.
F/36/5'4" [224 > 167 > 146] (1 Year) Face Gains: Went from a size 14/16 to a size 8, comfortably. Below my wedding weight, 11 lbs to high school weight. (TL: 7/2012 TR: 1/2022 Bottom: 5/2022]
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

Primalism's weight loss journey has been awe-inspiring for the Reddit community, with over 1,000 upvotes and 20 comments. She reduced her weight from 224lbs to 146lbs in just one year, and her journey has inspired several others.

Medication and Exercise

Primalism had been dealing with insulin resistance due to PCOS, and her doctor took her off her previous treatment plan and put her on semaglutide (Wegovy) and Metformin. In 2021, with just her medication, she lost 45.3 lbs. In 2022, she started exercising too, including weightlifting and running, and lost an additional 31.3 lbs. She also saw improvements in her muscle mass and body fat percentage.

Embracing the Journey

Apart from medicine and exercise, Primalism also embraced other lifestyle changes, like improving her skincare routine and drinking more water. Also, since she had been struggling with body dysmorphia, she decided to embrace her stretch marks and loose skin and focus on taking care of her body and looks. She even enjoyed shopping more after fitting into smaller sizes.

The Journey Continues

Primalism was able to lose a significant amount of weight in a short period, but it wasn't always easy. She struggled with her body image and faced family members' comments about her weight. However, she didn't let that discourage her and remained committed to her goals. Her next goal is to maintain her weight and keep exercising to keep her insulin resistance in check.

Conclusion

Primalism's weight loss story is an inspiration to many, and demonstrates that with the right medical care and a commitment to a healthy lifestyle, significant weight loss is possible. If you're looking to lose weight, her journey shows that it can be done, even if it takes time and effort. Start by consulting with your doctor and taking small steps in the right direction, and you'll be well on your way to better health and happiness.

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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.