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How Reddit Helped a User Lose 35Lbs in 5 Months

A Reddit user shares their weight loss journey and how they lost 35lbs in 5 months with a mental shift, calorie deficit and intermittent fasting.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A photo of a 5'4" woman showing a weight cut from 200 pounds to 165 pounds. A respectable loss of 35 pounds.
F/29/5’4” [200 >165 = -35lbs] (5 months) I'm halfway to my goal and this sub has been really inspiring so I thought I'd share my progress. The pandemic plus a back injury led to a significant increase in weight. Plz ignore my messy closet lol
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

A Reddit user named Opposite_Valuable_89 shares her inspiring weight loss journey on Reddit. She has lost 35lbs in 5 months and is halfway to her goal. She used a moderate approach to weight loss where she focused on a mental shift, calorie deficit and intermittent fasting. As she shares her progress, she discusses the physical and mental changes in addition to other top Reddit user comments.

Focusing on a mental shift

Opposite_Valuable_89 focused on a mental shift rather than cutting calories drastically to the point where she would end up binging. She used a TDEE calculator and approached the calorie deficit with a moderation mindset. This has been the most successful method for weight loss, and she attributes that to being in a more healthy state of mind.

Decreasing calories

Opposite_Valuable_89 used a calorie deficit to lose weight. She decreased her calories and also used a 16:8 intermittent fasting plan. These changes have been successful for her, but Opposite_Valuable_89 praised her success to a combination of different things.

Inspiring others on Reddit

Opposite_Valuable_89's Reddit post generated a lot of engagement. Kooky_Jacket_7181 applauds Opposite_Valuable_89 for her progress and encourages her to cleanup her closet. Other Reddit users thank her for sharing and ask for advice on their weight loss journey. Additionally, some were inspired for their personal weight loss journey by Opposite_Valuable_89's post.

Conclusion

Opposite_Valuable_89's weight journey and Reddit post shows that personal success can come from a combination of different tactics from a mental shift to decreasing calories. Even more impressive is that this success came during a back injury and pandemic. Everyone has their own journey, and Opposite_Valuable_89's progress shows that the right mindset is key to weight loss. Let this journey inspire you as you start your own.

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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.