One Man's Journey: How Cico, Triathlon, and Strength Training Helped Him Lose 38Lbs in a Year

Introduction

Heavy-Abbreviations8, a 41-year-old, 5'11'' Reddit user, has lost 38lbs in one year using CICO (Calories In, Calories Out), triathlon, and strength training. His successful weight journey has inspired over a hundred users on his Reddit post, with 143 upvotes and 2 positive comments, to join the bandwagon of his pursuit of a healthier lifestyle.

The Struggle of Weight Loss in the Forties

One of the comments on his post mentions how it's harder to lose weight in your forties. Abbreviations8 commented, 'Thank You. Yeah, everyone says that it is like it happened overnight. Believe me, I felt everyone of those 365 days.'

The Power of CICO

CICO is a weight-loss method that involves tracking the calories one consumes and expends daily. Abbreviations8 followed CICO religiously, keeping track of his calories using an app. He also joined a triathlon club and strength training classes to maintain his physique.

Triathlon and Strength Training

Triathlon is a three-part multisport race that involves swimming, biking, and running. Abbreviations8's club not only kept him active but was also a source of motivation and support. He also incorporated strength training classes into his routine. Strength training burns fat, increases muscle mass and metabolism, and improves overall health.

Conclusion

Abbreviations8 encourages others to try what worked for him but also reminds that every individual's body is unique. One's journey to a healthier lifestyle might not be linear, but as long as they keep trying and stay consistent, progress is inevitable. His one-year journey is a testament to that fact. So whether it's CICO or strength training or a triathlon, the most important thing is to find one's passion and stick to it.