One Year Journey to Losing 98Lbs: F/24/5'6'' Shares Progress Through Diet and Exercise
Follow the inspiring journey of a Reddit user who lost 98lbs in one year through healthy diet and regular exercise.
Article by Madeleine Smith
Introduction
We’ve all heard the weight loss mantra of eating right and exercising often, but the journey can feel endless and hopeless at times. This is why we turn to shared experiences of others who are working towards similar goals. One Reddit user has provided a year’s worth of inspiration for those of us who need it most. This anonymous F/24/5'6'' user has lost an astonishing 98lbs through strict dieting and working out.
The Journey
The journey began a year ago and the post from the Reddit user is a testament to their hard work and persistence. They started off at a weight of 275lbs and within this year, they’ve managed to lose 98lbs, bringing them down to a healthy 177lbs. This wasn’t an easy feat by any means, as the user mentions having to change their eating habits entirely, while putting in around 5 hours at the gym per week.
Diet Changes
The Reddit post chronicles how the user cut back on fast food, fried food, and sugary drinks. Instead, they focused on meal prepping, cooking at home, and trying new recipes like zucchini noodles and low-carb cauliflower pizza crusts. Their subreddit, r/1200isplenty, also helped tremendously, providing motivation, community, and healthy food ideas.
Personal Growth
Beyond just the changes to their physical appearance and health, the Reddit user notes a change in their mindset and self-esteem. They feel more confident, comfortable in their own skin, and motivated to continue on this path of self-improvement. It’s important to note that this all came with hard work, consistency, and dedication. This serves as a reminder that we can all achieve our goals through similar methods, with the right mindset.
Conclusion
We can all learn something from this user’s journey - that weight loss is possible with the right outlook, hard work, and consistency. It’s important to remember that the journey is hard, but the end results are worth it. Try adopting some of the positive changes mentioned here, and join the community to stay motivated on your own weight loss journey.
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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