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How One Woman Lost 87 Pounds: a Lesson on Consistency and Flexibility

Read about one woman's weight loss journey and learn how she stayed consistent, stayed flexible with expectations, and enjoyed the process.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A picture of a 5'5" female showing a weight loss from 285 pounds to 198 pounds. A total loss of 87 pounds.
F/33/5’5 [285lbs > 198lbs = 87lbs] Motivation is bullsh** There’s no way you can wake up with that mentality everyday. For me, I stayed consistent, switched up regiments and enjoyed the process. Be kind to yourself, and stay flexible with expectations ✌️
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Introduction

One woman's transformation from 285lbs to 198lbs is inspiring to anyone looking to lose weight. However, what stands out is her commitment to consistency and being kind to herself. There was no magic pill, no special diet, and absolutely no superhuman motivation to push her to work out every day. But she lost the weight anyway.

Motivation is temporary, stay consistent

Motivation is not sustainable, but developing the habit of staying consistent is. The woman who lost 87 pounds says that there were days when she felt like giving up or not working out, but she pushed herself anyway. It was not about being perfect, but it was about progress. She slowly developed a habit that became an important part of her routine.

Stay flexible with expectations

Being kind to yourself also means staying flexible with your expectations. You don't have to stick to one rigid plan or one diet that may not work for you. This woman switched up her routine that worked best for her, and she enjoyed the process. Savoring small victories, adjusting the plan when necessary, and keeping your expectations realistic can help you achieve your weight loss goals in a sustainable way.

Weight train and adequate protein can limit loose skin

One concern for people losing a significant amount of weight is loose skin. This woman believes that weight training and consuming adequate protein can limit the amount of loose skin. She has worked out consistently 5-6 days a week and lifted weights at least 3-4 days per week, which might have helped to prevent excess skin.

Conclusion

This woman's transformation shows the importance of consistency, flexibility, and being kind to yourself in your weight loss journey. Motivation may come and go, but a consistent habit can help you achieve your goals. Adjusting the plan when necessary and staying positive can make a difference. You don't have to be perfect, but you can make progress. Her story reminds us that any goal is achievable with discipline and patience.

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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.