Self Supported Trail Run Helps Reddit User Shed 80 Pounds
Read about a Reddit user's 80 pound weight loss journey and how finding healthy habits made it easy to be consistent.
Article by Madeleine Smith
Celebrating 5 Years of Mental and Physical Health
Reddit user TMcKnight88 shared his weight loss journey on the platform, revealing that he managed to shed 80 pounds. To celebrate 5 years of mental and physical health, he went on a self-supported trail run that covered 35 miles.
The Importance of Healthy Habits
According to the Reddit user, the secret to his success was finding and embracing healthy habits that he loves. He started doing trail running about two years ago and has found it to be an effective form of exercise that he enjoys. He recommends it as a fun community to get into as well.
The Community of Trail Running
TMcKnight88 lives near a big active community and has made quite a few friends over the last year or two. He loves the spur of the moment activities where someone just gets a group together to go drive off to some park and share some miles together while seeing very scenic views deep into the woods and away from the roads.
Celebrating Small Victories
TMcKnight88's impressive trail run covered 6722' gain. And while this distance may seem daunting, it's important to remember that it's the small victories that add up to long-term success. The user's weight loss journey was the result of a series of small choices and habits, such as finding an enjoyable way to exercise, that led to a healthier lifestyle.
The Takeaway
TMcKnight88's journey is a testament to the fact that sustained weight loss and healthy living are achievable with consistency and patience. Finding healthy habits that one enjoys can make it easier to stay consistent with making healthier choices. Whether it's trail running, biking, swimming, or any other form of physical activity, the key is to find what works best for you and to stick with it. Small victories lead to long-term success.
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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