Two Year Fitness Journey: M/45/6'0" [255>190 Lbs] and so Close to Goal Weight of 180 Lbs

Introduction

Many of us dream of achieving our fitness goals, but only a few are willing to put in the hard work, persistence, and determination to make it happen. This article chronicles the journey of a Reddit user, joeordinary, who shed off 65 pounds over two years, leaving him just 10 pounds shy of his goal weight of 180 pounds.

Diet and Exercise

Joeordinary achieved his fitness success through a combination of diet and exercise. Notably, he did not start his journey until October 2019. He re-joined Planet Fitness, where he mostly did his own thing, and used MyFitnessPal to count calories.

Beating the Biggest Hurdle

According to Joeordinary, being transparent with himself about the amount and kinds of food he consumed was the most significant obstacle. "You can't outrun your fork," he said. He also credits his wife, who supported the necessary diet changes, for sharing in his success. She achieved similar results, though his body changed more.

The Results: Beyond the Physical Look

Aside from physical changes, Joeordinary has improved his overall health, including his mental health, lower back strain, and knee injury. However, the journey also came with some drawbacks; his teenagers bemoan the scarcity of junk food in the house, and he now finds himself more susceptible to the cold. Nevertheless, he's better off and excelling in more ways than one.

Conclusion

Joeordinary is a perfect example of how hard work and dedication can achieve incredible results if you stick with it. There are no magic pills or shortcuts. Combining a healthy diet with consistent exercise, however small, will produce results over time. So if you're aspiring to achieve your fitness goals, start small today, remain firm, and steadily make progress. Good luck!