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From 250Lbs to 213Lbs in 3 Months: a Story of Caloric Deficit

Read about a Reddit user's weight loss journey, tips, and lessons learned through caloric deficit. Inspire yourself to try things out for yourself!

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 5'9" male showing a weight reduction from 250 pounds to 213 pounds. A respectable loss of 37 pounds.
M/20/5’9” [250lbs> 213lbs=37 lbs] (3 months of caloric deficit)
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

Many people try to lose weight with fad diets or extreme exercise but Reddit user that_boi_randy proves that caloric deficit is the secret to weight loss. In just 3 months, this 20-year-old male went from 250lbs to 213lbs resulting in a 37 lbs weight loss.

The Journey

that_boi_randy started his weight loss journey by tracking his calorie intake in MyFitnessPal. He aimed to consume fewer calories than his body burn by 500-1000 calories per day. He also alternated his workouts by doing cardio and strength training, 5-6 days a week. In addition to diet and exercise, he started intermittent fasting by eating within an 8-hour window and fasting for the remaining 16 hours.

Tips

that_boi_randy has some tips for those who want to try out caloric deficit: track your food intake, be consistent with your workout routine, and introducing intermittent fasting. He also suggests finding a form of exercise you enjoy to make it a habit and enjoyable experience rather than a chore.

Lessons Learned

that_boi_randy learned that weight loss is not about how fast you can lose weight but rather it's about consistency and discipline. One should not compare their progress to others as everyone's journey is different. He also realized that making small changes to his lifestyle can have significant weight loss results.

Conclusion

that_boi_randy's weight journey is a testament to the effectiveness of caloric deficit technique. Combining a balanced diet, consistent workouts, and intermittent fasting can lead to significant weight loss results. Although everyone's weight loss journey is different, trying things out for yourself, and finding techniques that suit your lifestyle is the key to success.

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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.