Man Loses 120 Pounds and Maintains for over 2 Years
A 35-year-old male user on Reddit shares his pictures of maintaining his weight after losing 120 pounds through a keto diet, calorie deficit, and regular exercise.
Article by Madeleine Smith
Background
The user, captaintonyp, started his weight loss journey in February 2019 and lost about 120 pounds within a year. Since then, he has focused on maintaining his weight and improved his physique through regular exercise and healthy eating.
Weight loss strategy
The user lost his weight by following a keto diet and maintained a calorie deficit. He admits that following such a diet wasn't the best way to do it, but it worked for him. During that time, he fell back in love with the gym and became more active.
Maintenance strategy
After he hit his goal weight of 190 pounds, the user quit weighing himself and focused more on measurements and the mirror. He also started to eat around 180-190 grams of protein per day and maintained a calorie intake of 2800 per day. He hits the gym six times a week and focuses on lifting, yoga, mobility workouts, etc.
Inspiration and motivation
The user did a triathlon and a marathon last year to keep himself motivated, and he also shares his progress on social media for inspiration and motivation to others. His post got 575 upvotes and many comments that appreciated his progress, transformation, and how his journey inspired others.
Conclusion
The user's journey shows that regular exercise, healthy eating, and motivation can lead to weight loss and maintenance. While following a keto diet may not be suitable for everyone, people can try different diets and workouts to find what works best for them. Progress pictures and sharing your journey with others can provide inspiration and motivation to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
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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